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Venus Line
Be a part of nature along the Venus Line. It shows a different look in each season of spring, summer, fall, and winter, as well as from dawn to dusk. The route is best to be enjoyed with plenty of time, instead of in a hurry. *Road closed during the winter
At Venus Line
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Yamabe Winery / Farmers Garden
A wine made from high-quality grapes that grow in an environment blessed with a great conditions such as a large temperature difference between day and night and long daylight hours. Take home a souvenir of high-quality wine from the Yamabe Winery, the town of grapes. At the Farmers Garden attached to the Yamabe Winery, why not try grapes and local seasonal fresh vegetables and fruits.
85minutes by car
Utsukushigahara Open-Air Museum: A stroll through an incredible collection of art
About 350 pieces of contemporary art sculptures are on permanent display on a field of about 132,231 sqm on the eastern slope of Mt. Ushibuse. Seeing sculptures in the great outdoors offers an entirely different way to art appreciation. Visitors can also enjoy paintings in the interior gallery as well as permanent exhibits of sculptures and events. Pets are also allowed to enjoy the outdoor exhibits.
Utsukushigahara Plateau Hiking
Take the shuttle bus of "Ougatou Hotel" where you will stay on the day. Check in to the hotel first. Slowly hike in the vast ranch landscape (about 1.5h). At Ougatou, the highest peak in Utsukushigahara, a 360-degree panorama spreads out. From Ogana, you can enjoy the view of Matsumotodaira and the spectacular Northern Alps.
20minutes by car
Ougatou Hotel
It is a cloud resort hotel where you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view. At the resort in the sky, you can enjoy a special luxury time from the window, such as the spectacular view of the four seasons and the open-air bath under the starry sky. In the summer season, you can enjoy "Starry Sky and "Night View Gathering" and "Morning Dew Nature Class" for free
