Daigahara, Hakushu-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture
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¥2,500
Daigahara-shuku, a former post town on the Koshu Kaido highway in Yamanashi Prefecture, offers a glimpse into Edo-era Japan. Stroll along the preserved streetscape, designated one of Japan's top 100 roads, and discover historic buildings, including sake breweries like Shichiken and traditional confectionery shops like Kinseiken. Visit Tanaka Shrine, where processions carrying Uji tea to Edo once stopped. Nearby attractions include Hakushu's natural spring water spots and the Ojira-no-Mori Meisui Park. Ideal for a leisurely afternoon exploring Japanese history and culture.