Yamanashi Prefecture (English)
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Yamanashi prefecture is located near the center of Honshu, the main island of Japan. It has an area of 1,723.8 mi2 and a population of 890,000. Surrounded by 6,560-9,840 ft high mountains and rich in nature, 78% of the prefecture is covered by forests--including those of its three national parks and one quasi-national park, such as the famous Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park.
Kofu city, the capital of Yamanashi, is located in a geographically important area, connecting the industrial areas of the Pacific Ocean and the Japan Sea coasts. Kofu continues to develop as a political, economic and cultural center, especially thanks to the completion of the Chuo Expressway, which offers easy access to the national capital, Tokyo. Yamanashi is well noted as an inland industrial prefecture with both advanced technological and traditional industries.
Among the various products of Yamanashi, the fruits grown in its favorable environment are some of the most famous. Its harvest of grapes, peaches and plums is ranked as the best and most beautiful in Japan, and the wines made of Koshu grapes are well known all over the world. In addition, kaiki (traditional weaving of silk textiles), crystal crafting, and the production of washi, or Japanese paper, are all very popular. Techniques refined in Yamanashi for cutting precious stones are among the most advanced in the world, as well.
Mountain climbing and hot springs are among the most popular forms of recreation in Yamanashi. The many hot springs in the area offer health benefits and relaxation. The largest spring in the prefecture, located in Isawa, is only one and a half hours from Tokyo.
Mt. Fuji and the five lakes for its breathtaking scenery, the southern alps for its serious mountain climbing, the Chichibu-Tama area for hiking and beautiful ravines, and the Yatsugatake highland area for pastoral surroundings--these are the gateways where many people find their chance to escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. After hiking, tennis, field athletics, or fishing, why not try one of our delicious local specialties? Hoto made of thick noodles and vegetables in a rich miso soup will warm you up on even the coldest winter day.
Yamanashi is an inland prefecture, holding no ocean coast. People in this area have learned to overcome the severe elements of inland climate over a long period of time. This is said to have built a character of patience and endurance in the populace. You will find people warmhearted, caring and conscientious.
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19880920 Berea visits Kiyosato Japan
Delegates from the City of Berea, Kentucky visited Yamanashi Prefecture in September, 1988 to initiate a sister city program. I was asked to prepare four students to give a country dance program at the Yatsugatake County Fair during the visit for the 50th anniversary of work started by Paul Rush, a Kentucky native. It is not easy to exhibit country dancing with just two couples so I enlisted participation by John and Jane Stephenson (President and First Lady of Berea College), Richard Drake, Molly Levey, and my wife Risse who was Director of the Berea Chamber of Commerce at the time. This video shows our dance program: I Wonder When I Shall Be Married (an Appalachian folk song), Jump Josie (an Appalachian playparty game), Country Chorus (a buck dance routine arranged by Jackie Christian), Step Stately (Cecil Sharp's interpretation of a 17th century English country dance), Kentucky Set Running, American cowboy buckaroo dancing (arranged by Brigham Young dance leader), Ninepin Quadrille, and audience participation.
(HD)小田原城-Odawara Castle,Castello di Odawara
小田原城は、神奈川県小田原市にあった、戦国時代から江戸時代にかけての平山城で、北条氏の本拠地として有名である。江戸時代には小田原藩の藩庁があった。城跡は国の史跡に指定されている。
Odawara Castle is a landmark in the city of Odawara in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan.
Die Burg Odawara ist eine Burg in der Stadt Odawara in der Präfektur Kanagawa in Japan. Sie war eine Festung verschiedener Daimyō in der Muromachi-Zeit.
Le château d'Odawara est un château japonais situé dans la ville d'Odawara, préfecture de Kanagawa au Japon.
오다와라 성 은 가나가와 현 오다와라 시에 있는 평산성이다. 센고쿠 시대부터 에도 시대에 걸쳐 있었던 성으로, 에도 시대에는 오다와라 번의 번청으로 사용되었다. 국가 사적으로 지정되었다.
小田原城是一座位於神奈川縣小田原市（古相模國足柄郡小田原）的一座平城城堡，日本國家指定遺跡之一。最有名的是，一度是關東地方難攻不落之城。通稱小峰城及小早川城。
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Takeda Shingen Shrine
Hey everybody! A few days ago, me and some friends went to this shrine in Kofu dedicated to Takeda Shingen. Takeda Shingen was a warlord during the feudal times in Japan and was well known for his military prowess. He was one of the greatest warriors of his time, but he died due to unknown causes as he was about to go into battle. Some say he was assassinated, some that he succumbed to old wounds, and others say he died of pneumonia. Whatever the cause, he is still admired today for his contributions to Japans history.
P.S. I'm still trying to figure out the best way to record videos, so if the quality is not great, I apologize. I'm working on it.