【山梨観光】おすすめ観光スポット10選
Hello, this is Nikotabi SmileTravel. This time, we’ll introduce 10 recommended sightseeing spots in Yamanashi. Starting with the construction of levees during the Sengoku period, the foundations of the city of Kofu were laid here, leading to present-day Yamanashi Prefecture. Surrounded by mountains over 2,000 meters, including Mount Fuji, this region is rich in nature. Enjoy your trip to Yamanashi. Mount Fuji : Formed by geological activity approximately 100,000 years ago, a major eruption approximately 2,300 years ago completed the shape of Mount Fuji, which remains similar to its modern form. Since ancient times, Mount Fuji has deeply influenced Japanese culture as a symbol of faith and art, and was featured in classical literature such as the “Man’yoshu” and “The Tale of the Bamboo Cutter” during the Heian period. Mount Fuji’s main deity is Konohanasakuyahime, who symbolizes the prosperity of life and is worshipped with the purpose of calming volcanic energy. Mount Fuji, a stratovolcano with a basalt base and multiple craters, is the tallest mountain in Japan, standing 3,776 meters above sea level. Mount Fuji, deeply rooted in the hearts of the Japanese people, was registered as a World Heritage Site in 2013, and its cultural and natural value has been recognized worldwide. Lake Yamanaka Lake Yamanaka is one of the Fuji Five Lakes surrounding Mount Fuji and is the closest to the mountain. Formed by the volcanic activity of Mount Fuji in the past, it is believed that eruptions from 800 AD dammed the Katsura River. A popular resort destination for forests and lakes, Lake Yamanaka offers views of Mount Fuji, which changes appearance every day with its autumn foliage and snow-capped peaks. Scenes such as swans gracefully swimming across the lake, sunsets and sunrises, and Diamond Fuji and inverted Fuji are fantastical and quintessentially Japanese. Located on a plateau 1,000 meters above sea level, the cool summer climate makes it a popular summer retreat for barbecues and camping. Lake Kawaguchi Lake Kawaguchi, along with Lake Yamanaka, is one of the Fuji Five Lakes and one of the areas that has seen early tourism development. Among the Fuji Five Lakes, Asama-jinja has the longest circumference and the lowest elevation, offering numerous beautiful views of Mount Fuji. With virtually no current, Mount Fuji is beautifully reflected on the lake’s surface, creating a spectacular upside-down view. Various seasonal events are held here, offering seasonal enjoyment, including a 10,000-fireworks display in the summer and the Autumn Foliage Corridor in the fall. With the opening of nearby Fuji-Q Highland, the area continues to grow in popularity as a tourist destination. Sengen Shrine : Sengen Shrine was founded in ancient times as a center of volcanic worship to quell Mount Fuji’s eruptions, and its history is said to date back approximately 1,300 years. It has attracted many worshippers since the Heian period, and is beloved as an important shrine with a long history and beautiful scenery. Sengen Shrine also garnered attention from the aristocracy, with influential figures such as the Fujiwara clan making pilgrimages. Today, shrines are widely located around Mount Fuji. The main deity is Konohanasakuyahime, a symbol of natural beauty, vitality, and fertility. Widely revered as a centerpiece of volcanic worship and nature worship, the shrine is also known as a place of prayer for safe childbirth, based on the myth of Konohanasakuyahime’s child-rearing. Prayers for the quelling of volcanic fires are also offered here. Oshino Hakkai : Oshino Hakkai was formed on the site of a lake that dried up due to Mount Fuji’s volcanic activity, leaving several springs that originate from the mountain’s underground waters. Meltwater from the mountain’s snow is filtered through the impermeable lava layer underground over decades, resulting in crystal clear water. It has been designated a national natural monument for various reasons and recognized as a component of the Mount Fuji World Heritage Site. Comprised of eight ponds—Wakuike Pond, Nigoriike Pond, Kagamiike Pond, Shobuike Pond, Deguchiike Pond, Okamaike Pond, Sokonukeike Pond, and Choshiike Pond—it is said to have a deep connection to Mount Fuji worship. The beautiful and mystical sight of Mount Fuji reflected on the water’s surface, colored by the four seasons, teaches us the importance of protecting nature. Takeda Shrine : Takeda Shrine enshrines Takeda Shingen, a famous general of Kai Province during the Sengoku period, and is known as a power spot for “strong luck in victory.” Said to be the strongest of the Sengoku period, Takeda Shingen established his power mainly in what is now Yamanashi Prefecture, and demonstrated legendary feats in battles such as his legendary battle with Uesugi Kenshin, a warlord of Echigo. Founded in 1919 on the site of the Tsutsujigasaki Residence, where three generations of Takedas, Nobutora, Shingen, and Katsuyori governed the country for over 60 years , the shrine grounds retain their original moats, earthworks, stone walls, and old wells. The treasure hall displays armor and swords associated with the Takeda clan, including a sword with the inscription “Ichi.” The three-needle pine tree located nearby the torii gate is beloved for its golden-yellow leaves, which are said to bring good fortune in terms of wealth. Kiyosato is a highland resort in Hokuto City, located at an elevation of approximately 1,200 meters on the southern foot of the Yatsugatake Mountains. Due to its high altitude, it is a popular summer resort with cool temperatures and skiing opportunities in the winter. Ponies, goats, rabbits, and other animals roam freely on the ranch, allowing visitors to enjoy interacting with them. The resort offers elegant terraces that make the most of the magnificent natural surroundings, as well as craft experiences unique to the resort. The fairytale-like general store, cafe, and restaurant, with their charming atmosphere, are also beloved. Kuonji Temple, the head temple of the Nichiren sect of Buddhism on Mount Minobu, has long been cherished and preserved as the holiest site of the Lotus Sutra, where Saint Nichiren spent his final years. During the Kamakura period, Nichiren sought to save all people through the Lotus Sutra amidst a succession of epidemics and natural disasters, but he was oppressed and persecuted by the shogunate. Nichiren entered the mountain at the invitation of the Kai lord, built a full-scale temple complex, and is said to have named it Minobusan Myohokkein Kuonji Temple himself. From the end of the Edo period through the Meiji era, the temple suffered repeated fires, resulting in the loss of many buildings. However, it was later rebuilt and remains a sacred site for the Lotus Sutra. The temple town stretches all the way to the Sanmon Gate, and numerous lodgings are located in the eastern and western valleys, attracting worshippers seeking health and longevity. Shosenkyo Gorge, located in the northern part of Kofu City, is a designated national scenic spot and known as “Japan’s most beautiful valley.” It features granite cliffs, oddly shaped rocks and stones, and clear, abundant water, carved over the course of many years. The complex topography has led to the creation of the magnificent 30-meter-high Senga Falls and the Arakawa Dam, surrounded by beautiful forests, creating a vibrant landscape that changes with the seasons. The granite produced by crustal movements believed to have occurred approximately 10 million years ago contained quartz, making Kofu a renowned quartz crystal producer. The historical background of quartz crystal mining and other activities led to the development of modern polishing techniques, which is said to be the reason for the city’s nickname, “Kofu, the City of Gemstones.” The Yatsugatake Mountains, a mountainous and highland region spanning Nagano and Yamanashi prefectures, are a chain of volcanoes stretching approximately 25km from north to south. Climbed since ancient times as sacred mountains, many of them have names related to immortals, such as Mount Tengu and Mount Amida. One theory is that the name comes from the fact that there are eight million mountains. The mountains are divided into North Yatsugatake, with its mystical atmosphere dotted with moss-covered virgin forests and lakes, and South Yatsugatake, with its alpine-like mountain ranges and sharp rocky peaks. This region has undergone a unique evolution, with flora and fauna named after the Yatsugatake Mountains, such as the Yatsugatake spruce, found here. According to a local folk tale, Yatsugatake was once said to be taller than Mount Fuji, but in dissatisfaction, Mount Fuji kicked it, splitting it into eight pieces. We’ve introduced 10 recommended tourist spots in Yamanashi. There are many more fascinating places in Yamanashi Prefecture. Enjoy a variety of wonderful encounters. We hope you have a happy trip filled with smiles. Thank you for watching.
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00:24 はじめに
01:02 ①富士山
02:28 ②山中湖
03:54 ③河口湖
05:19 ④浅間神社
06:46 ⑤忍野八海
08:12 ⑥武田神社
09:38 ⑦清里
11:04 ⑧身延山久遠寺
12:29 ⑨昇仙峡
13:55 ⑩八ヶ岳
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