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Kannabe Highlands in Hyogo Prefecture, Toyooka City , is a place that truly satisfies the body and mind, where seasonal nature and local ingredients come together. This time, we will introduce a two-day model itinerary that includes a BBQ where you can compare 61 different cuts of Tajima beef, a spectacular view from the top of a volcano, and a tour of tranquil waterfalls.
The first place we visited was the Tajima Highland Botanical Garden. The garden is home to about 2,000 species of plants, including the over 1,000-year-old "O-Katsura" tree and a soothing spot where you can enjoy cold, clear Yusui. Surrounded by the sounds of birds and the murmuring of the stream, the time passes with a sudden sense of relief.
In the tree house inside the park, you can experience the famous "Tajima Beef 61 Cuts Tasting BBQ." While grilling cuts you've never seen or heard of before, such as the groin, chile, thigh, and tongue, conversations flow naturally. Enjoying the BBQ in the cool air of Kannabe is a feast for the eyes and the mouth.
After the BBQ, we went on a light hike to Mt. Kanba near the hotel. This mountain is actually the remains of an active volcano that erupted 22,000 years ago. Today, it is a four-season playground where you can enjoy daffodils blooming in the spring, autumn leaves in the fall, and skiing in the winter.
It's about a 20-minute walk to the summit. Sit on an observation bench and look out at the crater, and you'll feel like you're surrounded by the great nature of the Kannabe Takaharu. You'll surely come across a view that will make you think, "This kind of trip is nice, too," and want to share it with someone.
End the day at the Fairfield by Marriott Hyogo Highlans
The neighboring Kannabe Highlands Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) Station is lined with local vegetables and specialty products, and hot spring facilities are within walking distance.
The hotel also has sports lockers and is equipped with comfortable facilities for active people such as skiers and bikers.
🌄 Quiet location surrounded by mountains
🚗 Good parking and access, safe for families
The next morning, we headed to Hattan Falls, a hidden spot recommended by the hotel staff. The emerald green basin of the falls is beautiful, and the only sound you can hear is the sound of water. The scenery changes with the seasons, making it a place you'll want to visit again and again.
At the end of the trip, we had a lunch of local cuisine using local ingredients at "Waraku". The specialty "Tofu Soba" is cold soba noodles using tofu as a binder. The soft and gentle taste will soothe your tiredness from your trip. It was a heart-warming time, as the owner said, "I want you to go home relaxed and smiling."
Time Content
10:00 Tajima Highland Botanical Garden: Yusui and giant katsura stroll
12:00 61-cut BBQ lunch
15:30 Hiking at Mt. Kannabe
17:30 Check in at Fairfield Hotel
8:30am the next morning: Refresh at Hattan Falls
11:00 Lunch with local cuisine at Waraku
13:00 Shopping at the Michi-no-Eki (Roadside Station) and head home
"I never knew Tajima beef was so deep," "The summit of a volcano is so peaceful," - a trip to the Kannabe Takaharu is full of such discoveries, and is a pleasure for all five senses. Why not try a two- Tomari, one-night trip to get away from your everyday life and "taste happiness"?
Fairfield by Marriott Hyogo Kannabe Takaharu Official Website
The Fairfield by Marriott Michi no Eki Project is a regional revitalization project by Sekisui House and Marriott International, which develops hotels close to roadside stations "Michi no Eki" nationwide from Hokkaido to Kyushu. The hotel does not have any dining facilities, but instead has guests use "Michi no Eki" and local restaurants, interacting with local people and enjoying food, and creating a system where guests can fully experience the charm of the area. Hotel staff who are familiar with the area will recommend seasonal information and spots unique to the area. The guest rooms are simple and calm, with comfortable Simmons beds and rain shower-type bathrooms without bathtubs. The hotel's lobby lounge is equipped with a large table, microwave, toaster oven, coffee machine, Japanese tea, and miso soup. Relax in your room and enjoy your purchases from roadside stations, local supermarkets, wineries, sake breweries, etc. in the lobby lounge. After enjoying the area to your heart's content, spend your time relaxing at the hotel as if you were back home. Free high-speed Wi-Fi and tables with power outlets make it ideal for workation. Enjoy a new style of travel, traversing Japan freely while experiencing the charms of each region.
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