Science and art meet within this large cultural zone. The unique name, literally meaning "Japan's Bellybutton Park," comes from its location - where 135° east longitude and 35° north latitude cross - the geographical center of Japan. Within the park are the Nishiwaki Earth Science Museum, Okanoyama Museum of Art Nishiwaki, the Japan's bellybutton monument, a space-themed children's park, an outdoor stage, a jumbo roller slide, and restaurant. The park is fun enough that visitors can spend an entire day in the park.
| PHONE | 0795-22-3111 (Urban housing section, Nishiwaki City) |
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| ADDRESS | 334-2 Kamihie-cho, Nishiwaki |
| ACCESS | A 3 min. walk from Nihonhesokoen Station on the JR Kakogawa Line |
It is an ancient temple with its foundation built by an Indian hermit in the Hakuchi era (650 A.D. -). The temple houses and exhibits a genealogy map that indicates its connection with Kanbei Kuroda, a strategist who lived through the warring states period. At the end of the mossy approach stands a two-storied pagoda, which is an important cultural property of the prefecture, and in autumn, beautiful autumn leaves color the temple grounds.
| PHONE | 0795-22-3111 (Nishiwaki City Tourist Association) |
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| ADDRESS | 1589 Kuroda, Kurodasho-cho, Nishiwaki |
| ACCESS | A 20 min. walk from Honkuroda Station on the JR Kakogawa Line |
The meridian-themed auto campground is rich in greenery. Come and experience the seasonal natural environment through casual camping. There are lodges and cottages, along with a wide selection of rental equipment, so you can enjoy camping even empty-handed. There is a communal facility on the premises for trial classes, such as pizza making. You can also simply enjoy the ingredients of the region in the farm restaurant here.
| PHONE | 0795-28-4851 |
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| ADDRESS | 871-14 Monryu, Kurodasho-cho, Nishiwaki |
| HOURS | 9:00-19:00 Closed during New Year holidays |
| ACCESS | A 30 min. drive to the north from Takinoyashiro IC on the Chugoku Expressway |
The shrine is familiar to the local people as Hyosusan. During the siege of Miki Castle by Hideyoshi Hashiba, the strategist Kanbei Kuroda made a visit to the shrine to pray for victory.
| PHONE | 0795-22-3111 (Nishiwaki City Tourist Association) |
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| ADDRESS | 372-2 Oka, Kurodasho-cho, Nishiwaki |
| ACCESS | A 5 min. walk from Kurodasho Station on the JR Kakogawa Line |
The museum is connected to the artist Tadanori Yokoo from Nishiwaki, who continues his international and innovative art activities. The museum mainly exhibits modern art. The building adjacent to Nihonhesokoen Station was created by the architect Arata Isozaki, and when seen from the side, it looks like a three-car train.
| PHONE | 0795-23-6223 |
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| ADDRESS | 345-1 Kamihie-cho, Nishiwaki |
| HOURS | 10:00‒17:00 Closed on Mondays, any day after a national holiday, during exhibit exchanging periods, and on New Year holidays |
| FEE | 310 yen |
| ACCESS | Next to Nihonhesokoen Station on the JR Kakogawa Line |
You can experience the romance of space at an observatory with a 6 m dome planetarium and an 81 cm reflecting telescope. You can see the stars even during daytime on a sunny day. Astronomical observation every Saturday night and holiday eves, science classes on Sundays, and other events offer everyone from kids to adults an experience they can enjoy.
| PHONE | 0795-23-2772 |
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| ADDRESS | 334-2 Kamihie-cho, Nishiwaki |
| HOURS | 10:00‒18:00 Closed on Mondays, the day after a national holiday (open if it is Saturday or Sunday), and New Year holidays |
| FEE | 510 yen |
| ACCESS | A 5 min. walk from Nihonhesokoen Station on the JR Kakogawa Line |
Service is available only in Japanese.
Kita-Harima Regional Tourism Association /
Kita-Harima District Administration Office, Hyogo Prefecture
Office. 1075-2 Yahiro, Kato, Hyogo 673-1431
Phone. 0795-42-9447
Nishiwaki City (Commerce and tourism section)/
Nishiwaki City Tourist Association
Phone. 0795-22-3111
Nishiwaki Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0795-22-3901
Miki City (Commerce and tourism section)
Phone. 0794-82-2000
Miki City Tourism Association
Phone. 0794-83-8400
Miki Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0794-82-3190
Yokawa Society of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0794-72-1406
Ono City (Tourism section) /
Ono City Tourism Association
Phone. 0794-63-1929
Ono Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0794-63-1161
Kasai City (Culture, tourism, and sports section) /
Kasai City Tourism Association
Phone. 0790-49-8200
Kasai Tourist Information Center
Phone. 0790-42-8823
Kasai Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0790-42-0416
Kato City (Commercial and tourism section)
Phone. 0795-43-0530
Kato City Tourism Association
Phone. 0795-48-0995
Kato Society of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0795-42-0253
Taka Town (Commercial and tourism section) /
Taka Town Tourism Association
Phone. 0795-32-4779
Taka Society of Commerce & Industry
Phone. 0795-32-2161
We will guide you through the history and culture of the region. Please do not hesitate to apply.
Nishiwaki City :: Denku Guide
(Where to apply) Kita-Harima Den-en Kukan Museum General Information Center
Phone. 0795-25-2370
Miki City :: Guide Volunteer Miki
(Where to apply) Miki City Tourism Association
Phone. 0794-83-8400
Ono City :: Ono Guide Himawari
(Where to apply) Ono City Tourism Association
Phone. 0794-63-1929
Kasai City :: Kasai Historic Road Volunteer Guide
(Where to apply) Kasai City Tourism Association
Phone. 0790-49-8200
Kato City :: Kato Tourism Volunteer Association
(Where to apply) Kato City Tourism Association
Phone. 0795-48-0995
Taka Town :: Taka Friendly Volunteer Guide
(Where to apply) Naka Friendly Museum
Phone. 0795-32-0685
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