DISCOVER OKUMIKAWA
In Japan, there’s a place where you can feel untouched nature, and then be part of an exciting world class rally!
Experience local culture, and taste the local cuisine.
A place to discover the rich and fascinating history...Explore Okumikawa, in far eastern Aichi Prefecture.
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FOUR SEASONS
From nature to traditional festivals, Okumikawa is full of things to do. Enjoy the four seasons of Okumikawa.
Plan your trip! What time of year will you travel to Okumikawa?
Shimizu Lantern Festival (Tsushima-jinja Shrine)

Hana Festival (Nakashitara)

Toyone-Midoriko Half Marathon

Hana Festival (Ashikome)

Hana Festival (Sakauba, Toyone Village)

Hana Festival (Shimoawashiro)

Hana Festival (Nakazaike)

Hana Festival (Kobayashi)

Hana Festival (Kami-Kurokawa, Toyone Village)

THINGS TO DO
Star Forest Misono
The Okumikawa area, where the town of Toei is located, is known as a spot where you can see beautiful stars. At an elevation of 650 meters, Star Forest Misono is one of the best public accommodation …

Chausuyama Highlands
The highlands at the foot of Mt. Chausu—the tallest mountain in Aichi—is home to the only ski resort in the prefecture. But the highlands do not only attract visitors in the winter. Many people look …

Atera no Nanataki Waterfall
Walk through a forest filled with cool air, and head for the waterfall. At the end of a path under moss-covered trees, there's a beautiful, seven-tiered waterfall that spans 62 meters. The water cras…

Nokiyama School
Toei Town hosts a chainsaw art competition, and the impressive works of chainsaw art welcome you at Nokiyama School. Here, you can see the elementary school scenery that all Japanese people feel nost…

Mt. Horaiji
Mt. Horaiji (with an altitude of 695 meters) is a mountain that was created by volcanic activity approximately 20 million years ago. The mountain's surface has been exposed in places, giving it a bea…

Dando Uradani Virgin Forest Kirara no Mori
"Forest bathing" is a popular activity in America, but it originated from Japanese "shinrinyoku." Why not give it a try in this virgin forest? Kirara no Mori is a natural treasure trove. Here, 200-ye…

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Encounter History and Culture in an Overnight Forest Accommodation Course - In Shitara Town, there's a mountain castle with splendid views where you can experience the history…
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Japan's Traditional Terraced Rice Fields and Power Spots Course - Yotsuya Senmaida Terraced Rice Fields in Shinshiro City is a spot where you can encounter the tradi…
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Refreshing Nature Course at the Apex of Aichi Prefecture - The highest point in Aichi Prefecture, Chausuyama Highlands in Toyone Village is a spot where you c…
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Health and Beauty Course: Make Your Own Original Cosmetics and Relax at a Hot Spring - Toei Town is the only place in Japan where high-quality sericite, the raw ingredient used for makin…
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SOUVENIRS & GOURMET
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- Roadside Station Mokkulu Shinshiro
- Eat up this "Japanese sword!" At Mokkulu Shinshiro, there's a traditional Japanese food that's just like a Japanese sword. The name of that food is the giant gohei-mochi. Gohei-mochi is rice put on …
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- Roadside Station Agri Station Nagura
- Cherry blossoms have a very important meaning to Japanese people. If you visit here, you will understand their meaning. Pink cherry blossoms line the Nagura River for as far as 2 kilometers. People w…
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- Bäckerei Minden German Bakery
- The only bakery in Toyone Village. Despite its remote location in the mountains, the bakery is surprisingly visited by many customers who travel long distances to get there. But you will understand w…
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- Yagumoen in Kiyosaki
- When summer arrives, you should play in the Samusa River flowing nearby! Here, there's a fishing weir called a "yana" where you can catch sweetfish with your bare hands. Eat the freshly caught fish s…