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Minami Local guide

The Nagara River forms the spine of Minami. An especially beautiful part of the river is in the Natural Prefectural Park. In the summer time, the river is well stocked with fisherman and in the fall, the famous Ayu fish is harvested. Nearby, in the forests of Kayugawa, you can enjoy walking amidst hundred year old Japanese cedars.

Sights

The home town of Enku

The home town of Enku It has been estimated that Enku, the famous priest and woodcarver, was born at the southern side of Mt. Fukube. As a boy, he began his training at the sacred mountains of Ibuki and Hakusan. Later, in a desire to help people, he entered the Buddhist priesthood. Eventually, he was stationed at the Kayukawa Shrine in Minami. But, after receiving this position he visited shrines all over Japan and continued his wood carvings for his entire life.

Minami Onsen

If you take the Nagara River railway to the Kodakara-Onsen stop and walk just three steps, you will have made it to the Nihon Mannaka Onsen (Central Japan hotsprings). Here you can enjoy bathing in the open air baths surrounded by Japanese cypress trees, or enjoy the iron pot baths or saunas.

Kama (iron pot) Waterfall

Kama (iron pot) Waterfall This waterfall is call Kama because it is shaped like an iron pot.

Yatogafuchi

The next river beside Kama Falls has an unusually deep bend in it. This deep bend is called Yatogafuchi and it is part of a local legend. It is where Fujiwara Takamitsu, on orders from the emperor, was sent to destroy the monster who was killing the locals. It is said that the arrow he used to slay the monster was eventully stored in this deep bend of the river.

Sacred Cedar National Monument

Sacred Cedar National Monument This cedar tree is estimated to be over 1000 years old. It is 42 meters tall and 9.5 meters in circumference. It even has its own legend as to how a local hero, called Shunoh, planted the first branch.

Fukube Village

Fukube Village It is in these facilities that we can experience natural living.There are nine comfortable cottages equipped with kitchen and bathroom facilities. There are lots of activities to keep you occupied. Perhaps you would enjoy a game of golf, or would like to go fishing, or would just like to walk through the flower garden.