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Japan’s First Toll Road & The Fossils on the Far Side of the Pass

A Slice of Serenity Next to the Castle: Ikegami Hyakuchiku-tei

In Search of Water: the Suiban-jo Castle Ruins

Yohashira Shrine & The Colors of the Season

The Former Kaichi School: Matsumoto’s Second National Treasure

Discovering the Temples & Shrines of Metoba – Part Three: Daianraku-ji

Discovering the Temples & Shrines of Metoba – Part Two: Chosho-ji

Mountains of Blossoms – Part Three: Alps Park

Mountains of Blossoms – Part Two: Hikarijo-yama

Mountains of Cherry Blossoms – Part One: Kobo-yama

Well Well Well, What a Cool Map!

Fuketsu: The Natural Refrigerators in Inekoki

The Secret Rooftop Garden at Matsumoto Performing Arts Centre

A World of Prehistoric Animals at the Shiga Fossil Museum

ALPICO Plaza (Formerly Ario) Now Open!

Shirahone Onsen – A Peaceful Getaway at a Hot Springs Resort

2018 Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Forecast

Hidden Matsumoto: Kasamori Inari Shrine

A Matsumoto New Year

Earth あーす: Handmade Glass Accessories, Candles, and More!

New Year’s Decorations and Preparations in Matsumoto

Exciting January Events in Matsumoto (2018)

Hidden Matsumoto: Tsukiizumi Shrine and Its Natural Spring

Light Hiking in Asama Hot Springs with an Amazing View