《2019 latest version》 Nara / Ikoma sightseeing recommended gourmet / leisure spot ranking BEST10

Kintetsu Nara line" Ikoma Kintetsu, which is a short walk from the station to the first station, Tori-mae Station Ikoma Cable car. Ikoma Japan's oldest cable car that connects to the summit (642 meters), Kintetsu "Toriimae Station"-"Houzanji Station"-" Ikoma Connect "Yamagami Station". The cable car has a trademark ♫ dog or cat-shaped "Bull" and "Mike", an organ "Doremi", and a cake "Sweet". Since it started operation in 2000 Ikoma It has become one of the tourist attractions for visitors to the city. Ikoma You can drive up to the top of the mountain, Ikoma Please try riding the cable car when you go to.

Hozan-ji Temple is one of the three major sacred heavens in Japan. Fudo Myo is enshrined in the main hall. Originating from Hindu Ganesha, it is a rare temple in Japan that enshrines the guardian deity of Buddhism, "Kangiten." Known as " Ikoma The "Great Holy Kangiten Statue", which is familiar to "Seiten-san", is enshrined. Also known as "Kangiten", it is a power spot that is said to be beneficial not only for good luck and good luck, but also for love luck! Near Hozan-ji Temple, "Sightseeing Ikoma It is prospering as a gate town with a signboard. Ryokan and restaurants lined up on both sides of the cobblestone approach, and it used to be a flower district where geisha came and went. You can feel the retro atmosphere with stone lanterns, old folk house-style inns, and old-fashioned pure coffee shops. Access is Kintetsu Ikoma Get off the cable car "Houzanji Station" and it is a short walk from the approach to the stone steps. You will feel the atmosphere of old lanterns lined up neatly around the cobblestone approach.

At an altitude of 642m Ikoma A theme park on the mountaintop Ikoma Yamagami Amusement Park Skyland Ikoma. There are many attractions that children and adults can enjoy in the park! In addition to the "Rapid Flow Gold Rush" and "Mini Pirate Ship", there are "Cycle Monorail" where you can cycle in the air while enjoying the spectacular scenery. Especially recommended is the "Flying Tower", the oldest large playset in Japan that was built at the same time as the opening of the park in 1929. The view from a height of 30m is the best. Adjacent facility "Pet Fureai no Mori / Ikoma There are about 80 rare dogs and cats living in the world. How about interacting with animals after the amusement park? We also have night games in the summer ♫

Iwatani Waterfall in the innermost part of Hozan-ji Temple. There is a place where you can go to the waterfall, and it is as popular as Hozan-ji Temple. Not only sightseeing but also ordinary people can experience the simple waterfall meditation. It is a sacred place that includes the flow of ancient mountain religions, and has a mysterious and mysterious atmosphere. There is a sweet spring called Enmeisui around Kannon-do. There is also a toilet god in the vicinity. There are many things that can only be seen here at Hozan-ji Temple, so it is a must-see if you come to sightseeing. The nearest station is Umeyashiki Station, but it is also accessible from Hozanji Station. Please note that the waterfall is for training and no shoes are allowed inside.

Ikoma-za Ikomatsu Hikojinja Shrine, whose exact date of construction is unknown. It is commonly known as "Ikoma Shrine" and Nara It is known as an old shrine that competes for one or two in the prefecture. The god of fire is enshrined at Ikoma Shrine, and the traditional event "Fire Festival" is famous. Nara It is designated as an intangible folk cultural property of the prefecture. At the festival of carrying fire and competing, many people gather to see the brave figure at a glance. (Every year, held the day before Sports Day) The guardian forest, which is the sanctuary, boasts an area of about 3 hectares. Nara It is designated as a natural monument of the prefecture. Feel the ancient breath that blows through the forest.

The guest house (guest house) built in the Meiji era, Shishikaku. It was designed by a shrine carpenter who specializes in shrine and temple architecture. Although it is a Western-style building, it has a tiled roof, and there is a Japanese-style room while using stained glass. It is a Japanese-Western style, which is rare in Japan. It is a double-decker building with a veranda at the top and south of the entrance. The pillars, including the handrails, are finely decorated. All hand-carved decorations are spectacular. It is usually private, but it may be open to the public, so please check it out.

Ikoma "Darkness" passing through the mountain at an altitude of 450m Nara highway". Nara On the street that straddles the prefectural border between the prefecture and Osaka prefecture Nara It has been used since the times. Nara Starting from the Muronoki Toge in Yamatokoriyama City, Ikoma From Matsuoka, the city's "Kuragaritoge", you will reach Namba. Nara People were coming and going from to Osaka. It was named "Kantoge" because it is pine, cedar, overgrown, and dark even in the daytime. Along the way, you can see the shrine where the temple and Amida Nyorai statue are enshrined, as well as the original scenery of the "terraced rice fields" selected as one of the "100 Beautiful Historical Climates of Japan". Ikoma We recommend a course that walks from "Station" to "Matsuoka Station".

One-day bathing hot spring facility, Nenohana Onsen. The beauty essence-like spring quality (sodium hydrogen carbonate spring) is popular with both locals and tourists. There is one of the largest open-air baths in the prefecture, and there is also a cypress open-air bath in the women's bath. There is also a sauna and a restaurant so you can relax all day long. It's the perfect place to heal the tiredness of your trip. We do not have shampoo or body soap, so please bring it with you or purchase it locally ♫

The surrounding mountains are Kongo Ikoma Kurondo Pond, which is designated as Kisen Quasi-National Park. Ikoma Located in Takayama Town, which is located in the northern part of the city, it was also called Kuromizo Pond in the olden days. A beautiful landscape full of nature Ikoma It is designated as one of the eight views. You can enjoy bird watching and forest bathing on the walking path in the park, barbecue at the campsite, and rental boats at the pond. Access is Kintetsu Keihanna Line Gakken Kita Ikoma It is a 20-minute bus ride from the station (get off at the Shishigaoka housing complex exit) or a 10-minute walk from the Shishigaoka housing complex exit.

Ikoma At the northern end of the city is the Takayama district, which is known for bamboo products such as chasen, tea utensils, and knitting needles. Currently, about 60 types of chasen are manufactured depending on the shape and type of bamboo, and most of the process is done manually using a knife or the like. In 1975, it was designated by the national government as a "traditional craft". "Takayama Chikurinen", where you can see bamboo products such as chasen in detail, has a museum (exhibition room, Japanese-style room, training room) and Takeo-an in a beautiful garden. This is a recommended place for those who like traditional crafts.

By the way, how about introducing it in a ranking format to everyone? It is wonderful to combine the above rankings for a sightseeing trip like a model course, but it is also recommended to go further and make memories with sports and cultural experiences such as activities. There is no doubt that each season will have a different taste! Please check the address, phone number, regular holidays, business hours, admission fees, reservations, etc. in advance on the relevant website or by phone. everyone's Nara ・ Ikoma May tourism be even more fulfilling ☆