Tourist attractions

The contrast between the autumn leaves that dye Sakurayama in late autumn and the white flowers of the winter cherry blossoms is spectacular. Various flowers bloom according to the season, and you can enjoy them while hiking in the park. The symbol of Sakurayama Park is the winter cherry blossoms, which are a nationally designated place of scenic beauty and a natural monument. The best time to see them is from mid-November to early December, and the park is lit up at night during that time.

Yashio Onsen was once known as the "eight salt spouts."

The hot springs come from a layer of salt that was formed when seawater from the area was trapped, so they have a high salt concentration, warm you up slowly, and are said to be effective for cuts, burns, gastrointestinal disorders, chronic skin disorders, neuralgia, and chronic gynecological disorders. The baths at the inn use the famous Sanbaishi garden stones from Onishi. Day trips are also available.

The valley directly below Shimokubo Dam is lined with giant rocks and oddly shaped rocks that stretch for about 1.5 kilometers and are designated as a national scenic spot and natural monument. Sanbaishi stones are characterized by the beauty of white quartz that has been washed with water and stands out against a blue background. They have been prized as garden stones since ancient times and are famous throughout the country.