Leisure / Outdoors Spots in Nasu Highland Area

  • Nasu Highland Park
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    4.0
    211 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Otsu 3375
    This theme park is located in Takakuhei, Nasu Town. There are nine huge coasters inside as well as a large Ferris wheel, the six-level “MeGaMo” solid maze building, and an assortment of other amusement options. There’s also a mountain stream activity zone, a dog park, and more. In addition, you’ll find a food court, barbecue terrace area, restaurants, shops, and other facilities.

    It’s at least a couple of hours out from Tokyo, but it provides excellent value for money. My first impression was that it’s a bit old and run down but you can see where they are renovating and...

  • Seiji Fujishiro Museum, Nasu Highland
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    4.5
    222 Reviews
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    Tochigi Nasu-gun Nasumachi Yumoto 203
    The museum is a theater-style museum that can be called the culmination of the work of Seiji Fujishiro, an artist of light and prayer, and where an objet d'art of a cat guides visitors through the lush garden that leads from the Nagaya-mon gate. A brick chapel with beautiful stained glass windows is also located in the garden.

    I was moved by his great expressiveness. This museum was better than I expected. But, the explanation board is only in Japanese.

  • Nasu Safari Park
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    3.5
    202 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Otsu 3523
    This safari park is located in Takakuhei, Nasu Town. In addition to observing nearly 70 animal species in the ecological exhibits, including lions, giraffes, rhinoceroses, and bison, visitors can also enjoy feeding the herbivorous animals. Also, every Saturday from April until the end of October (additional dates during three-day weekends, Golden Week, and summer break), night safaris are held in which visitors can observe the habits of nocturnal animals. It’s also possible to only visit the safari restaurant, where you can enjoy barbecued dishes, curry, rice bowls, noodles, and more.

    Fun place. Have gone a few times now with young children, young adults and older adults. Each time has been a fun experience. I recommend renting one of the park’s cars to avoid damage to your own...

  • Nakagawa Aquatic Park
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    4.5
    72 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Otawarashi Sarado 2686
    Tochigi Prefecture’s Otawara City is home to the prefecture’s only aquarium. In tanks replicating the ecology of the Nakagawa River, you can see creatures that inhabit a range of environments from the source to the river’s lower reaches. The huge tube-type tunnel aquarium featuring fish from the Amazon River like the enormous arapaima and piranha is a must see. There are many interactive areas as well, including touching tanks where visitors can encounter crayfish and starfish directly.

    6月15日、県民の日無料入園料にてカピバラの茶々丸くんに会いにいきました。この日はご機嫌よくアマゾン水槽をお魚になった茶々丸くんはグルグル何度も周遊していました。こんなに活発な動きをしているカピバラの茶々丸くんも初めてです。 古代恐竜時代にいたようなアマゾンジャングルに放し飼いのおとなしいイグアナ君が 草をムシャムシャ食べている様子が目の前で観察できました。 どちらも初めての経験です。

  • Nasu Teddy Bear Museum
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    4.0
    58 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Hei 1185-4
    This teddy bear museum is located in Takakuhei, Nasu Town. You’ll find a collection that includes “artist bears” based on artists from around the world, as well as antique bears and Teddy Edward, the teddy bear that has traveled the most around the world. There are also planned exhibitions. In addition, there’s a museum shop with a variety of teddy bear goods, as well as a tea room with teddy bear-themed menu items.

    このぬいぐるみは最高です隣のトトロとコラボしたやつは最高すぎましたスタンプもできてお土産も買えるのですごく最高です

  • Nasu World Monkey Park
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    3.5
    74 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Kou 6146
    This zoo is located in Takakuko, Nasu Town. Along with several species of monkeys, including Japanese monkeys, lemurs, and squirrel monkeys, there are also elephants, red pandas, parakeets, cats, and a variety of other animals. In addition to a petting area, there’s a “monkey theater” with variety shows featuring monkeys and an “elephant forest” where visitors can ride elephants, along with many other experiences. You’ll also find restaurants that provide various Asian cuisine and shops that sell monkey-themed goods.

    ゾウライドについての感想です。現地タイでは昔から象の調教が問題になっているという内容の番組をテレビで見て驚愕しました。その後こちらの施設に訪れた際にゾウライドがあることを知り、日本にあったんだと驚いた次第です。複雑な気持ちでした…。

  • Nasu Flower World
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    4.0
    57 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Toyohara Hei Nasu Michi 5341-1
    This botanical garden is located along Prefectural Route 68 in Toyoharaotsu Nasumichishita, Nasu Town. Amidst the vast verdure of the Nasu highland, you’ll find roses, lupins, tulips, and many other vibrant seasonal blooms. With the Nasu Mountains and other natural splendor in the backdrop, visitors can bask in the majestic scenery.

    とっても広いと思って行くと「そうでもないかな?」と思うかたもいると思いますが、結構広いです。お花畑の間、間に道があって、下から上から眺めながら散策することが出来ます。一時的に雨が降りましたが、雨宿りする場所も有りますし、傘も借りられます。散策路が多少ぬかるんだりするので、雨の日は靴汚れに注意です。ケイトウの見頃時期にはお薦めの場所だと思います。

  • Nasu Animal Kingdom
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Oshima 1042-1
    This zoo is located along Prefectural Route 305 in Oshima, Nasu Town. The “Kingdom Town” is a mostly indoors area, while the “Kingdom Farm” is outdoors. Visitors can interact with the animals and enjoy animal shows. In addition, there’s the “Capybara no Yu” hot spring facility where visitors can soak in the hot water while observing capybaras bathing in an open-air bath. There are also five different restaurants and various shops available.
  • Camp and Cabins Nasukogen
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    4.5
    19 Reviews
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    Tochigi Nasu-gun Nasumachi Takakuko 5861-2

    人気のハイスペックなオートキャンプ場です。ファミリーで利用するにはとても良い施設です。子供用のイベントや施設などたくさんあり飽きさせない工夫が所々に。あいにくの雨(大雨)で夕方以降はテント内で避難していました。夕方にはビンゴ大会があり毎回豪華な賞品が当たります(キャンプグッツなど)。レンタル品や購入可能なものも多いので最小限の持ち物でも過ごせます。ピザやそのほか食事もあり困りません。トイレ、お風呂...

  • Nasu Classic Car Museum
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    3.5
    25 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Kou 5705
    This car museum has a wide variety of classic car makes from around the world on display, including Alfa Romeo and Mercedes. There's a section of the museum with cars that you can touch or get into as well. With valuable cars on display that can't be seen anywhere else the museum draws car fans from far and wide.

    Visited the museum for about an hour. A nice collection of mainly UK and US cars with a few European favourites added in (Ferrari and Alfa Romeo). Great fun to walk around and then to play some old...

  • Nasu Stained Glass Museum
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    4.5
    12 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Hei 1790
    This is the largest stained glass museum in Japan, and it is located along Prefectural Route 21 in Takakuhei, Nasu Town. The interior is decorated in the style of the manor houses in Cotswolds, England, and it contains several works of antique stained glass from the 1800s. The chapel hosts daily pipe organ and music box performances, and it is possible to book it for wedding ceremonies.

    併設カフェです。紅茶とスイーツを食べました。ステンドグラスのオシャレな雰囲気の中なので優雅な気分になります。値段は少々高いですが、良かったです

  • Shiobara Imagination Archives
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    3.5
    25 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasushiobarashi Shiobara 747
    This composite facility can be found along the Shiobara Valley Line in Shiobara, Nasushiobara City. You’ll find exhibits on Shiobara’s history and literature as well as a shop selling souvenirs and local produce, a cafe and restaurant specializing in western dishes made with local ingredients. There’s also a foot bath facility utilizing on-site hot spring water as well as a tourism information section and valley observation platform. The “Kurenai (Crimson) Suspension Bridge” that links to the cliff across the river is a famous spot for viewing the fall foliage and new blooms of spring.

    「紅の吊り橋」を眺められる一位置にあります。中に入るとおみやげが並んでいました。バスの待ち合わせ時間にぶらりと入りました。

  • Nasu Orgel Museum
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    3.5
    24 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Takaku Hei 270
    This music box museum is located in Nasu County, Tochigi Prefecture. Its permanent exhibit features 100 items including antique music boxes, mechanical musical instruments, and other items, most of which are from the collection of music box collector Kiyoshi Sato. Visitors to the museum, which is visited by many tourists, can also enjoy activities such as making their own music box.

    音の深みがあるオルゴールばかり。 一度は訪問して、あの音色を聴いて癒されるのもアリだと思います。 美術館の外に鐘があるのですが、恋人と鐘の下で愛を確めあうのも良いかもしれませんね。

  • Stone Plaza
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    4.0
    21 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Ashino 2717-5
    This art museum was designed by architect Kuma Kengo. Originally an old stone warehouse it is almost entirely constructed out of stone. On display are stone works, interactive exhibitions, photographs, and drawings, and regular special events are held. There is also a cafe and shop.

    If you like the modern architecture and Mr. Kengo Kuma, this museum is highly recommended to visit. Light, darkness and reflection are stunning and Mr. Kengo Kuma ‘s idea and craftsmanship are...

  • Nasunogahara Park
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    4.0
    11 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasushiobarashi Sembonmatsu 801-3
    This park is located in a vast area that stretches to the Nasu Mountains. It features an outdoor obstacle course, a family pool, and other facilities are popular with children. Some of the park's other facilities include rental bicycles and tennis courts. There is even an adjacent auto camping ground with its own natural hot springs, making the park a great place to enjoy a wide range of activities.

    帰り道、那須野が原公園に寄りました。 広くて良いですね。園内は子供たちがのびのび遊べる芝生広場、人気のそり遊び、アスレチック、ファミリープール、オートキャンプ場などの施設があり心身のリフレッシュに最適ですね。サイクルセンターやテニスコートやプールも人気のようです。 サンサンタワーというサイロをイメージした33mもある展望塔からは、日本遺産(H30 6月認定)を育んだ広大な那須野が原の360度の大パ...

  • N's YARD
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    4.0
    7 Reviews
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    Tochigi Nasushiobara-shi Aoki 28-3

    Here is a museum of the world-famous artist Yoshitomo Nara in the northern part of Tochigi. All the exhibits are novel and interesting. These make me think deeply. You can take pictures with your...

  • Emperor's Room Memorial Park
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    4.5
    12 Reviews
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    Tochigi Nasushiobara-shi Shiobara 1266-113
    "The Shiobara Imperial Villa was used as a summer retreat by many members of the imperial family from the Meiji to Showa period including Emperor Yoshihito, Emperor Hirohito, Prince Takamatsu, and Prince Mikasa. Part of the villa, the Tenno no Ma (meaning ""emperor's room""), was relocated in its original form to its current location in 1981 where it is preserved as part of a memorial park. The building has also been designated as a prefectural tangible cultural asset of Tochigi."

    大人200円の入園料が必要です。きれいに手入れされた庭園を見ることができます。 ただ周辺の紅葉と比べると物足りなさもありますが、色づいたは庭は美しく、観光客もいないのでゆっくりこのお屋敷で過ごす満足感はあります。

  • Kurobane Basho no Yakata
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    4.0
    12 Reviews
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    Tochigi Otawara-shi Maeta 980-1
    This museum features permanent exhibits on the subject of the poet Matsuo Basho and the Ozeki clan, who were the lords of the Kurobane Domain. It also holds special exhibits intended to increase interest in the region's cultural heritage. Built with ample amounts of Yamizo cedar, the museum has a dignified appearance. There is also a bronze statue of Basho astride his horse alongside his traveling companion Kawai Sora in the courtyard.

    芭蕉を思いながらこの会館で、新たな芭蕉のことを知りました。素敵な会館でオススメしたいです。時間を作り行ってみる価値あります。

  • Konoha Fossils Museum
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    4.0
    6 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasushiobarashi Nakashiobara 472
    This outdoor science museum is located in Nasushiobara City, Tochigi Prefecture. First opened in 1905, the museum preserves and displays the fossils that have been excavated on its grounds. The exhibit room displays a wide variety of fossils and minerals collected from around the world, mostly notably the many fossils produced locally in the Shiobara area. One of the museum's attractions is a corner where visitors can enjoy breaking open fossil rocks in order to look for leaf fossils.

    塩原湖からは沢山の植物、昆虫、魚、カエルなどの化石が産出されています。その数々の化石がきれいに展示されているので興味を持つ子どもたちには最高の場所でしょう。実際に原石を割って化石探しの体験をすることが出来ます。ショップコーナーでは化石や鉱物が販売されています。あまり時間がなかったのでゆっくりできなかったのが残念でした。

  • Nasu Buggy Park
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    4.0
    5 Reviews
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    Tochigi Pref. Nasugunnasumachi Yumoto 588
    This buggy activity facility is located in Yumoto, Nasu Town. Visitors six-years-old and older can enjoy activities on the circuit track. There’s also an “Adventure Cruise” where a staff member leads visitors on a ride down a forest road through the vast natural surroundings (you can ride together as well). There are also two-person buggies popular with couples as well as parents and their children.

    ここは私が行きたくてちょいと寄り道です。下の娘を後席に乗せ4WDコースを1周しました。結構迫力ありで面白かったです。年齢制限有です。

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Most visits to Tochigi revolve around Nikko, a small city home to the spectacular, lavishly decorated Toshogu Shrine and Nikko National Park with its mountains, lakes, waterfalls, onsen, and wild monkeys. Neighboring Oku-Nikko is an extension of the fantastic scenery famous for its autumn leaves, while Tochigi’s capital, Utsunomiya, is the only place in the world where you can find oya stone beautifully exhibited in temples and the Oya History Museum.

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