Iozan Yakujuin Hachioji Temple

Selected as one the top 100 locations in Saitama, the Mt. Hakuun (Hakuun-san) Torii Kannon temple covers an area of around 30 hectares (the size of 6.5 Tokyo Domes) in Okumusashi/Naguri, where founder Yataro Hiranuma spent over 30 years erecting buildings in various places on the mountain. In addition to the symbolic Kusei Kannon (Goddess of Salvation) on the mountain summit, there is also the main hall, Gyokkamon Gate, Niomon Gate, Great Bell Tower, Heiwa Kannon (Goddess of Mercy), and notably the Genjo Sanzo Tower, famous for enshrining the remains of Genjo Sanzo, a Buddhist priest who appears in the famous Chinese novel "Journey to the West."

A complex where visitors can experience Scandinavian culture. Rent a private tent sauna at the Sauna Club, enjoy a Scandinavian-style Kokko BBQ, or shop for regional specialties. In the spring of 2021, a glamping field for up to 10 tents was added to the facility. Feel free to stay the night or simply enjoy a day of fun at this popular location!

Surrounded by splendid nature, this is a factory where you can build canoes with the local Nishikawa timber. You can also rent canoes and try them out before building your own. Or just stop by if you're simply looking to have some fun in the river!

This shrine is dedicated to the spirit of Mt. Ontake, the sacred mountain of the Kiso district of Shinano Province. It is said to have a great spiritual power effective in dispelling bad spirits and bringing good fortune to all who visit. The shrine garden covers an area of almost 1,000 square meters, and includes Togo Park, a park associated with General Togo Heihachiro, within its precincts. The shrine performs various kinds of purification ceremonies (oharai) such as groundbreaking ceremonies, house purification, car purification, and purifications for Shichigosan (ceremony celebrating children at the age of 3, 5, and 7) and for the first shrine visit of the year.

Within Ogose Town in Iruma sits a scenic area where you can find the Three Waterfalls of Kuroyama (Kuroyama Santaki): Odaki, Medaki, and Tengu Taki. It has been selected as one of Japan's top 100 tourist destinations. During summer, the pure mist from the cascading waters and the rich greenery that surrounds the area provide a coolness that helps you forget the hustle and bustle of city life. It's an ideal summer retreat where you can heal from the fatigue of the everyday and refresh both mind and body. The area has also long been revered as a powerful sacred site for “shugendo” mountain asceticism practitioners. Many come here to experience the energy of nature with their whole being and to pray for better fortune. With beautiful fresh greenery in spring and stunning autumn colors, the Kuroyama Santaki area shows different faces throughout the seasons. Please consider visiting this remarkable place at least once!