Tsumago-juku
One of the Nakasendo (old route from Tokyo to Kyoto) post towns which still retains the appearance of a post town from the Edo period. Tsumago-juku is known as the first post town in Japan to preserve its old town atmosphere and it has been designated as an important architectural preservation site and a regional conservation area. The town is full of places to see such as Koi-iwa (Carp rock), one of the three famous rocks, the Waki-Honjin Okuya (a National Important Cultural Property), Nagiso Museum of History with displays on the history of Nagiso Town and the Kisoji Road, and the preservation of Tsumago-juku.
Spot details
- Address
- Nagano Pref. Kisogunnagisomachi Aduma 2159-2 Map
- Area
- Kisoji Area
- Phone
- 0264572727
- Hours
- Open 24 hours
- Closed
- Depending on each store [Tsumeru Tourist Information] New Year's holiday [Minami Thursday Somachi Museum] 12/29-1/1
- Fees
- No admission fee is required
- Parking Lot
- Available(About400spaces)
- Credit Card
- *Varies by store. Tourist information centers are available.
- Wi-Fi
- Available(FREE SPOT)
- Vegetarian Menu
- Available (depending on the store)
- English Menu
- Available (depending on the store)
- Average budget
- [Lunch] 1,001-3,000yen
- Estimated stay time
- 60-120 minutes
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available
- Infant friendly
- Available
- Pet friendly
- Available (depending on the store)
Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN
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