Aichi

The Chausuyama Plateau is located in the Chausuyama area in Toyone Village, Kitashitara District, Aichi Prefecture. The plateau is home to Aichi Prefecture’s only skiing area, and it attracts many visitors for skiing in winter. This isn’t the only season to visit the plateau, though - it offers attractions to enjoy all year round, such as the sight of the ground covered with shibazakura flowers (moss pink) in spring, outdoor activities such as camping and hiking in summer, and autumn foliage...

Handa Canal is considered one of Japan’s three best canals. From the Edo period, the canal exported goods such as sake and vinegar from Chita and cotton to Edo (present-day Tokyo). Even today, the area’s streets are lined with black-paneled breweries and scenery that helps you picture how Handa used to prosper as a base for distribution.

Inuyama Castle was initially constructed by Oda Nobuyasu, uncle of Oda Nobunaga, in 1537. As you gaze out from the castle tower, you’ll clearly be able to see that it is the northernmost part of the Nobi Plains - looking north, you can see the magnificent Kiso River and mountains, and looking south, you can see the expansive Nobi Plains. Inuyama Castle is the pride of Aichi. Its imposing castle tower is the oldest among Japan’s remaining castles.

Renowned for its gorgeous fall foliage, Korankei Valley attracts numerous visitors coming to marvel at the vibrant red and yellow leaves beautifully reflected on the Tomoe River. During the Korankei Valley Maple Festival in November, various events are held mostly on the weekends, including Japanese taiko drum performances, tea ceremonies, and music performances.

Minamichita Hot Spring Village is comprised of Utsumi, Yamami and Toyohama hot springs in the Ise Bay area in the southern end of the Chita Peninsula. The breathtaking sight of the sun setting over the Ise Bay and the airplanes landing at or taking off from Chubu Centrair International Airport are the pride of Minamichita Hot Springs. The chloride-rich hot spring waters containing sodium and calcium are said to be effective in alleviating fatigue and chronic skin inflammation.

A sure sign of the arrival of spring on the Atsumi Peninsula is the Canola Flower Festival held every year from the middle of January through March. During this period, yellow carpets of canola flowers appear in several locations around the peninsula. Particularly, the Irago canola flower garden that serves as the main venue is a must-visit as it offers various attractions such as the huge labyrinth of canola flowers and flower picking event.