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Top 10 Hidden Tourist Spots In Tochigi Prefecture [Secret Gem Edition]
There are many wonderful hidden spots in Tochigi Prefecture that are not well known yet!
We have carefully selected hidden spots where you can experience nature, history, and culture.
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1. Furumine Shrine
A miraculous shrine known as the "Tengu Shrine".
With a quiet and solemn atmosphere, the goshuin stamps are also very popular.
- Access
About 1 hour by bus from Kanuma Station
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2. Ryuokyo
A scenic spot with a beautiful valley near Kinugawa Onsen.
Hiking trails are available, and it is especially recommended during the autumn foliage season.
- Access
About 5 minutes on foot from Ryuokyo Station
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3. Transformed Jizo
A famous "Transforming Jizo" with a legend related to a folk tale.
This Jizo, quietly standing in the mountains, is not a tourist spot and is the perfect spot for those who want to calm their mind in peace.
- Access
About 30 minutes by car from Kuroiso Station
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4. Mobility Resort Motegi
Famous for its circuit, but also a hidden gem where you can enjoy nature experiences and glamping.
- Access
About 1 hour by bus from Utsunomiya Station
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5. Yunishigawa Onsen
There are inns along the valley and inns where you can enjoy cooking over a hearth, giving you a traditional feel.
In winter, the Kamakura Festival is held here, creating a fantastical view.
- Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Yunishigawa Onsen Station
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6. Taihei-san Shrine
A shrine on a mountain in Tochigi City.
You can also enjoy gourmet food such as the three major specialties of Mt. Ohira (tamagoyaki, yakitori, and dango).
- Access
About 20 minutes by bus from Tochigi Station
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7. Otawara Yatai Festival
A traditional festival in Otawara held every autumn.
Gorgeous floats parade through the city, and the excitement of the area spreads with the sound of flutes and drums.
This is a hidden gem of a festival where you can enjoy local culture and interact with people, as there are still few tourists.
- Access
About 15 minutes by car from Nishinasuno Station
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8. Uma River
In Tochigi City, a town of storehouses known as "Little Edo," you can enjoy a boat trip on the Uma River.
A spot where there are few tourists and you can take a leisurely stroll.
- Access
About 10 minutes on foot from Tochigi Station
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9. Hydrangeas in Basho's Village
A quiet flower spot where you can see the early summer hydrangeas that bloom in the area associated with the haiku master Matsuo Basho.
From mid- to late June, the beautiful hydrangeas blooming along the walking paths soothe visitors.
- Access
About 15 minutes by car from Kurodawara Station
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10. Oku-Nikko Yumoto Onsen & Ski Resort
A quiet hot spring resort in Oku-Nikko, located at an altitude of about 1,500m.
At the adjacent Nikko Yumoto Onsen Ski Resort, you can enjoy winter skiing and snowshoeing, and enjoy nature throughout the four seasons.
- Access
About 80 minutes by bus from Tobu Nikko Station
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[Summary]
Tochigi Prefecture's hidden gems are all spots where you can quietly experience nature, culture, and history away from the tourist crowds.
If you visit places loved by locals, you will be able to experience the deeper charm of Tochigi.
On your next trip, be sure to stop by these hidden gems!
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