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Downtown Osaka
Osaka is often called “Japans Kitchen” due to its vast variety of top quality food. The epicenter of this sprawling food haven is located just 30 minutes from our Minoh base of operations. This makes it easy to meet local friends, do street ministry or grab a bite to eat and see the sites.
Osaka’s downtown is a sprawling city only rivaled by Tokyo in size, yet it maintains a more laid back and open atmosphere where its easy to meet friends and get to know the people over a hot bowl of Tonkatsu Ramen.
Kyoto / Nara
The two most culturally rich areas of the country, Kyoto, and briefly Nara, served as the nations capitols for over a thousand years, only recently being replaced by Tokyo 150 years ago.
Around Kyoto and Nara you find endless gems of traditional culture and cuisine with plenty of photo ops. By train, located 90 minutes from Minoh respectively, neither prefecture is too far for a day trip. Carry a map and pen, and look like a gaijin; and you might probably meet a friendly stranger on the train.
Japanese Alps
You will find out facilities in Myokokogen literally at the foot of Mt Myoko in the outer edge of the Japanese Alps with all their beauty. Travelers from all around the country and abroad come to visit for the plethora of ski resorts, seasonal events such as light shows, and beautiful hiking trails. It is a great place to meet Australians, especially in the winter seasons.
The Myoko-Nagano area is gorgeous in every season, with the impressive fall colors taking the cake and winter is breathtaking. Spring and Summer are great seasons as well when the whole area being lush and green. It is a great place to escape the summer heat of coastal areas like Osaka.
Nagano
Nagano is the largest city near our Myokokogen missions base, which serves as the most convenient junction point between there and Minoh, Osaka. Being only 1 hour away from our mountain village oasis, reaching your final destination in Myokokogen is made easy.
Nagano itself is a beautiful city on its own, having served as the location for the 1998 winter olympics. It’s a modern city with friendly locals and plenty of foreigners during winter months who stop by here on the way to the slopes. Nagano is an enjoyable place ready for the gospel.
Local Minoh Sites
Food and Drink
Minoh is a small town that has many delicious restaurants and cafes. Minoh has everything from adorable establishments such as Cat and Owl Cafes to everyday favorites such as ramen, soba, and sushi.
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Nature and Views
Minoh is famous for its nature, with its very own waterfall being its most famous feature. During fall, large crowds are attracted to Minoh’s autumn colors and gorgeous nature walk on the way to the falls where they serve deep fried maple leaves at various stalls. Near the falls is Minoh’s very own onsen (hot spring) hotel with stunning views of the city below.
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