As the distance you pedal increases, you should be able to enjoy a variety of scenery and dynamic views for each season.
Suwa Shrine is enshrined as a local deity in this area. It is registered as a designated cultural property of the village. The shade of the trees is cool in the precincts, but the air has a solemn atmosphere. The big tree of cedar is eye-catching. It’s very good.
#Temples and shrines
5143 Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
It is a weeping cherry tree at the entrance of Mt. Denkou, and it is said that it is called “Tetsuto Sakura” after the name of the planter. It’s powerful and very beautiful.
#Superb view #spring #Cherry Blossoms #Photo spot
Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Prefectural road 325 that continues between the trees. A nice road where you can easily earn altitude with a gentle slope.
Hirakashima, Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture
One of the 100 best roads in Japan. It is the most famous spot in the village as a spot where you can see Shirouma Sanzan beautifully. The harmony between the Shirouma mountain range and the clear stream seen from here is wonderful. There are also open-air baths and campsites nearby.
#100 best roads in Japan #Superb view #Shirouma Sanzan #Photo spot
Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Nakayama Kogen is famous as a location for the NHK TV series “Ohisama” broadcast in 2011. Rape blossoms bloom in spring, and buckwheat flowers bloom in early autumn.
#Superb view #Photo spot #Observation spot
Omachi, Omachi City, Nagano Prefecture
It is unknown when Shinmeisha was enshrined here, but it seems to have existed at least in the early Kamakura period. It enshrines “Amaterasu Omikami”, the highest god in Japan.
#Temples and shrines
23276 Kamishiro, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Matsukawa Bridge is a spot where you can see the three mountains of Hakuba beautifully. Turn left at the intersection just ahead of Matsukawa Bridge, and the Matsukawa River Road is just around the corner. It is a wide and comfortable road that almost no cars pass through.
#bridge #Shirouma Sanzan
Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Hakuba Yarigadake in front of you! Characterized by a sharp mountain peak. The hill climb while gazing at this superb view is exceptional.
#Superb view #Shirouma Sanzan #Photo spot #Observation spot
Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
Nile Pond, a managed fishing spot in Hakuba Happo. The emerald green is beautiful.
#pond #fishing
9338-13 Hokujo, Hakuba-mura, Kitaazumi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
