The Chubu region or Central Japan is located in the central part of Honshu. There are topographical, climate, local culture that is different in each province. Which the coastal areas of Japan have mountains and coastal plains There is heavy snow in the winter. But the time is shorter than the Tohoku region and Hokkaido. Summer is hot, humid and cool in spring. And is a large area of quality rice cultivation.
Central highland Is a land of high mountains stretching endlessly The location of the Japan Alps, also known as the roof of Japan The mountain is cold all year round. In the summer, the mountain is warm and sunny. But while the foothills are hot and humid Lower area Located on the Pacific coast With a warm and pleasant climate Famous for being the center of automobile industry And Mount Fuji The highest volcano and a symbol of Japan.
The Chubu region consists of 9 provinces which are:
1. Niigata
Niigata is a province located on the west coast. The coast of Japan is a long line on the island of Honshu. Niigata is the capital. It is one of the largest agricultural production sources in Japan. Especially the largest rice growing area in Japan It is famous for sake and is the birthplace of Koi.
2. Toyama
Toyama is located on the island of Honshu, the capital city of Toyama. In the past, this city had been affected by Itaita in 1950. It is currently an industrial city on the west coast of Japan. By focusing on industries that use electricity that is economical There are famous dishes such as sushi, trout fish and squid, deep banana.
3. Gifu
Gifu, a province adjacent to the city of Nagoya Located on the island of Honshu, the capital city is Gifu, prominent in agriculture, woodworking, plastics industry.
4. Shizuoka
Shizuoka located on the island of Honshu, the capital city of Shizuoka, is home to the beautiful Mount Fuji. And there is Izu beach Which is a place of recreation
5. Nagano
Nagano is located on the island of Honshu. Nagano is the capital city. It used to be the venue for the 1998 Winter Olympics, with a mountainous landscape. Therefore many tourists are hiking Hot spring bath For recreation
6. Fukui
Fukui is located on the west side. Adjacent to the Japanese Sea on the island of Honshu, Fukui is the capital. It is home to many cultural buildings, including natural attractions. And dinosaur fossils A lot was discovered there.
7. Yamanashi
Yamanashi, located on the island of Honshu, the capital city of Kofu, is a province surrounded by mountains. Especially Mount Fuji Which is a popular spot for tourists to come and travel There is a famous wine product in Kofu that is famous in the gem industry. And has beautiful natural scenery
8. Ishikawa
Ishikawa is located on the west coast of Honshu Island, with Kanazawa as the capital. Outstanding in the textile and crafts industry.
9. Aichi
Aichi is located on Honshu Island, Minagoya is the capital city. And is the largest city in the province (Many people misunderstand that Nagoya is a province. But actually not) one of the largest industrial sites in Japan Especially in the automotive and commercial aircraft industries.
Where to go, see and visit:
1. Mount fuji
Mount Fuji, or “Fujisan” in Ainu, means the god of fire. Located on the overlapping area between Yamanashi Prefecture and Shizuoka Prefecture, with a height of 3,776 meters, which is considered the highest mountain in Japan. We can therefore see Fuji-san from a distance on clear days.
2. Okuhida Hot Springs
Okuhida Hot Spring It is famous for its open-air baths with views of the Alps in the north of Japan. The 5 onsen towns located in the Okuhida Valley have their own unique characteristics. Hot springs will have minerals from different sources.
3. Matsumoto Castle
Matsumoto Castle is beautiful black castle, a pair of cultural cities Considered a symbol and pride of the people of the city There is a small town surrounded by mountains, large and small. The atmosphere is therefore pure and cool throughout the year. There are all forms of tourist activities. Both natural attractions such as mountains, rivers, or valuable historical and cultural destinations
4. Suganuma Village
This village consists of 9 Gasshozukuri farms. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. The farmhouse is well preserved. Some have converted to restaurants. Japanese style accommodation (minshuku) and a museum about the lifestyle of the villagers Washi paper and gunpowder industry of the region
5. Nagoya Castle
Nagoya castle Built in the beginning of the Edo period Most of the castle buildings were destroyed in an air raid in 1945, later being restored with reinforced concrete in 1959 until today. Inside there is a modern museum. An exhibition about the history of the castle. The gardens around the castle are divided into 2 levels: moats and fortress walls. Which is the point of viewing cherry blossoms in late March – early April.
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