Recommended Summer Spot: Oigawa Railway Train Journey
Oigawa Railway, which marked its 100th anniversary on March 10, 2025, is a recommended sightseeing attraction running through central-west Shizuoka Prefecture.
A nostalgic rail journey is popular here, featuring steam locomotives and Japan’s only Abt rack railway as you travel past Kawane tea fields and the spectacular scenery of Oku-Oi. Highlights include Oku-Oi Kojō Station floating on the lake, the secluded Yume no Tsuribashi (Dream Suspension Bridge), and Kawane Onsen where you can see the steam locomotive—plus many other spots to enjoy seasonal nature and Onsen.
[Enjoy the Seasons]
・Kayama Cherry Blossoms: The cherry blossom tunnel and the Kayama River embankment are among the most famous sakura spots along the line. The view from the train is also outstanding. (Best time: late March to early April)
・Nukuri Area in Early Summer: Around Nukuri Station you’ll find tea fields stretching as far as the eye can see. In May, fresh new-tea greenery is especially vivid. (Best time: early May)
・Autumn Leaves in Sumatakyo Gorge: Sumatakyo Gorge and Yume no Tsuribashi showcase stunning natural colors and are a popular autumn destination along the Oigawa River. Around October, the “Sumatakyo Washi Light Exhibition” is also held. (Best time: late November)
[Enjoy the Views]
・Oku-Oi Kojō Station: An unmanned station located in the middle of Sessoko Lake.
・Apt Ichishiro Station: Watch coupling operations for Japan’s only Abt rack electric locomotive.
・Kamio Station Tanuki Village: The mountainside facing Kamio Station’s platform is filled with many Shigaraki-ware tanuki statues.
*Please check Oigawa Railway’s official website for steam locomotive operation updates.*
Approx. 40 minutes by car from our Hotel to Shin-Kanaya Station






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