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Summary of tourist spots in the Nakatsugawa area
Located on the border with Nagano Prefecture, Nakatsugawa City is a historic town that flourished as the gateway to the Kisoji road. It is full of attractions, such as Magome-juku, a post town on the Nakasendo road, the naturally rich Ena mountain range, and gourmet food such as chestnut kinton.
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Recommended spots
- Magome-juku – A historic post town on the Nakasendo road, with old houses and teahouses lining the stone-paved slopes
- Nakasendo Hiroshige Museum – An art museum where you can experience the world of ukiyo-e and the Nakasendo road. It is close to Magome-juku and easy to stop by.
- Tsukechi Gorge – A popular hidden spot with beautiful emerald green valleys and a suspension bridge
Access points
Nakatsugawa Station is a major station on the JR Chuo Main Line, about an hour by express train from Nagoya. While you'll need to take a bus or car to get to Magome-juku and Tsukechi Gorge, this is an area where you can enjoy both a local train journey and nature.