Trip Moments Recommendations
Power Spots Accessible from Chichibu Station in Saitama
In Chichibu, visit the Chichibu Shrine ⛩️
Chichibu Shrine is one of the three major shrines of Chichibu, along with Mitsumine Shrine and Hodosan Shrine, and is a prominent ancient shrine in the prefecture with a history of over 2,100 years.
The annual grand festival 'Chichibu Night Festival', which has a history of more than 350 years, is registered as UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage 📝
While Nikko is known for the three wise monkeys, Chichibu Shrine also has its own set of three monkeys 🐒
However, these monkeys are famous as the 'energetic three monkeys' that 'see well, listen well, and speak well'!
Try your luck with the water fortune-telling available on the shrine grounds!
Saitama: Japan's First Sugar House for a Cafe Time
Located in Chichibu Muse Park, 'MAPLE BASE' is the first sugar house in Japan.
A 'sugar house' refers to a cabin in Canada where maple syrup is produced🛖
They conduct research on the production of maple syrup, and you can tour the manufacturing machinery. In the attached cafe, you can enjoy sweets made with Chichibu's maple🍽️
The interior has a warm wooden atmosphere, offering a relaxed space.
I had pancakes drizzled with maple syrup, and they were exquisite😋
Maple products are also available for purchase, making them perfect souvenirs!