Simple Japanese Listening Lesson #6 | Explore Yamanashi Prefecture’s Secrets🗾🇯🇵

Simple Japanese Listening Lesson #6 | Explore Yamanashi Prefecture’s Secrets🗾🇯🇵

Hello everyone. There are 47 prefectures in Japan. I picked up Yamanashi Prefecture from among these prefectures this time. I will introduce a lot of attractions of Yamanashi Prefecture. Do you know where Yamanashi Prefecture is located? Yamanashi Prefecture is located in the center of the largest island called Honshu in Japan.

The first thing that comes to mind when you think of Yamanashi is 「Mt. Fuji」 is the highest mountain in Japan, standing at 3,776 meters above sea level. Mt. Fuji is located between Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures. Mt. Fuji seen from the Shizuoka Prefecture side is called 「Omote Fuji」.

Mt. Fuji seen from the Yamanashi Prefecture side is called 「Urafuji」. Mt.Fuji has long been loved as a symbol representing Japan because of its beauty and majestic appearance. Mt. Fuji is also depicted on the current 1,000-yen bill. Mt.Fuji was also registered as a World Heritage Site in 2013.

There are many sightseeing spots around Mt. Fuji. First, there is Lake Kawaguchi. Mt.Fuji can be seen from right in front at Oishi Park in Kawaguchi Lake. Fuji from right in front at Oishi Park, which is very popular because it offers a great view and allows you to take beautiful pictures.

Incidentally, you can enjoy various activities and sightseeing at Lake Kawaguchi! A sightseeing boat is available to enjoy the beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. Mt. Fuji and the surrounding scenery on a relaxing cruise. You can also enjoy canoeing and boating.

This is a popular activity for families and couples, as you can enjoy the scenery while paddling. There is also a cycling road around Kawaguchi Lake. You can ride a bicycle around the lakeside. Cycling while enjoying the view of Mt. Fuji is a pleasant and popular activity.

Then there are also hot springs. Some places are popular among tourists for the view of Mt.Fuji. Niikurayama Sengen Park is also famous as a photo spot. The view from the observation deck is fantastic. The collaboration of the five-story pagoda and Mt. Fuji looks like a picture postcard.

The panoramic view of the Japanese landscape is popular among foreign tourists as well. It is even more beautiful during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons. Festivals and other events are also popular among tourists. In spring, there is the Cherry Blossom Festival. Kawaguchiko’s Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual event held in spring.

The collaboration of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms is especially beautiful and attracts many tourists and locals. Fireworks displays are popular in summer. They are held every August at Lake Yamanaka and Lake Kawaguchi. Mt.Fuji and the lakes together are a wonderful place to enjoy them.

Fireworks are a popular summer event that attracts many tourists. The beautiful sight of fireworks reflected on Mt. Fuji and the lakes is well worth the visit. Let’s also talk about the interesting history of Yamanashi Prefecture. Kofu Castle is located in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture.

It was built a long time ago, during the Sengoku Period, by a famous warlord named Shingen Takeda. Shingen became powerful in Yamanashi Prefecture and built a castle to serve as his base. The castle was an important building that represented Shingen’s power and influence.

After Shingen’s death, the castle was renovated by Tokugawa Ieyasu, a leading military commander of the Edo period. During the Edo period, the castle was under the direct control of the Tokugawa shoguns and served as an important base of operations.

Kofu Castle has various interesting stories about famous generals such as Shingen and Ieyasu, and various interesting stories from the Warring States Period and the Edo Period. So, Kofu Castle is a very important building in the history of Yamanashi Prefecture.

Next, I will talk about the delicious foods of Yamanashi Prefecture. A lot of fruits grow in Yamanashi Prefecture. Apples, grapes, and peaches are famous. Especially, grape fields are spread all over the place. It is the birthplace of some of Japan’s most famous grape brands, such as 「Kyohou」,「Pione」,and 「Shainmasucatto」.

In autumn, you can also enjoy grape picking. You can enjoy eating sweet and delicious grapes. Incidentally, at an event, the world’s largest number of people were challenged to drink grape juice at the same time. They succeeded in the challenge and achieved a Guinness World Record.

This record proves the delicious taste and popularity of Yamanashi Prefecture’s grape juice. Since it is a grape-growing region, it is also famous for its wine. Katsunuma, the famous wine-growing region of Yamanashi Prefecture, is a place of beautiful vineyards. Wine tasting and tours at wineries and wine factories are popular.

There is a local dish called houtou. It is a one-pot dish filled with thick noodles and vegetables. The noodles are sticky and very tasty when eaten with vegetables and miso-based soup. A set for making houtou at home is also available as a souvenir. Yamanashi Prefecture is relatively easy to reach from Tokyo.

It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours by car from central Tokyo. By train, the express train will take you to your destination in about 1.5 to 2 hours. Express buses from Tokyo to Yamanashi Prefecture are also available. The journey takes about 2.5 to 3 hours.

Using these access methods, travel from Tokyo to Yamanashi Prefecture is relatively smooth. Those who want to see the spectacular view of Mt. Fuji and enjoy outdoor activities, and those who want to enjoy delicious fruits and wines, please visit Yamanashi Prefecture. Hello everyone. There are 47 prefectures in Japan.

I picked up Yamanashi Prefecture from among these prefectures this time. I will introduce a lot of attractions of Yamanashi Prefecture. Do you know where Yamanashi Prefecture is located? Yamanashi Prefecture is located in the center of the largest island called Honshu in Japan.

The first thing that comes to mind when you think of Yamanashi is 「Mt. Fuji」 is the highest mountain in Japan, standing at 3,776 meters above sea level. Mt. Fuji is located between Yamanashi and Shizuoka Prefectures. Mt. Fuji seen from the Shizuoka Prefecture side is called 「Omote Fuji」.

Mt. Fuji seen from the Yamanashi Prefecture side is called 「Urafuji」. Mt.Fuji has long been loved as a symbol representing Japan because of its beauty and majestic appearance. Mt. Fuji is also depicted on the current 1,000-yen bill. Mt.Fuji was also registered as a World Heritage Site in 2013.

There are many sightseeing spots around Mt. Fuji. First, there is Lake Kawaguchi. Mt.Fuji can be seen from right in front at Oishi Park in Kawaguchi Lake. Fuji from right in front at Oishi Park, which is very popular because it offers a great view and allows you to take beautiful pictures.

Incidentally, you can enjoy various activities and sightseeing at Lake Kawaguchi! A sightseeing boat is available to enjoy the beautiful view of Mt. Fuji. Mt. Fuji and the surrounding scenery on a relaxing cruise. You can also enjoy canoeing and boating.

This is a popular activity for families and couples, as you can enjoy the scenery while paddling. There is also a cycling road around Kawaguchi Lake. You can ride a bicycle around the lakeside. Cycling while enjoying the view of Mt. Fuji is a pleasant and popular activity.

Then there are also hot springs. Some places are popular among tourists for the view of Mt.Fuji. Niikurayama Sengen Park is also famous as a photo spot. The view from the observation deck is fantastic. The collaboration of the five-story pagoda and Mt. Fuji looks like a picture postcard.

The panoramic view of the Japanese landscape is popular among foreign tourists as well. It is even more beautiful during the cherry blossom and autumn foliage seasons. Festivals and other events are also popular among tourists.

In spring, there is the Cherry Blossom Festival. Kawaguchiko’s Cherry Blossom Festival is an annual event held in spring. The collaboration of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms is especially beautiful and attracts many tourists and locals.

Fireworks displays are popular in summer. They are held every August at Lake Yamanaka and Lake Kawaguchi. Mt.Fuji and the lakes together are a wonderful place to enjoy them. Fireworks are a popular summer event that attracts many tourists.

The beautiful sight of fireworks reflected on Mt. Fuji and the lakes is well worth the visit. Let’s also talk about the interesting history of Yamanashi Prefecture. Kofu Castle is located in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture.

It was built a long time ago, during the Sengoku Period, by a famous warlord named Shingen Takeda. Shingen became powerful in Yamanashi Prefecture and built a castle to serve as his base. The castle was an important building that represented Shingen’s power and influence.

After Shingen’s death, the castle was renovated by Tokugawa Ieyasu, a leading military commander of the Edo period. During the Edo period, the castle was under the direct control of the Tokugawa shoguns and served as an important base of operations.

Kofu Castle has various interesting stories about famous generals such as Shingen and Ieyasu, and various interesting stories from the Warring States Period and the Edo Period. So, Kofu Castle is a very important building in the history of Yamanashi Prefecture.

Next, I will talk about the delicious foods of Yamanashi Prefecture. A lot of fruits grow in Yamanashi Prefecture. Apples, grapes, and peaches are famous. Especially, grape fields are spread all over the place. It is the birthplace of some of Japan’s most famous grape brands, such as 「Kyohou」,「Pione」,and 「Shainmasucatto」.

In autumn, you can also enjoy grape picking. You can enjoy eating sweet and delicious grapes. Incidentally, at an event, the world’s largest number of people were challenged to drink grape juice at the same time. They succeeded in the challenge and achieved a Guinness World Record.

This record proves the delicious taste and popularity of Yamanashi Prefecture’s grape juice. Since it is a grape-growing region, it is also famous for its wine. Katsunuma, the famous wine-growing region of Yamanashi Prefecture, is a place of beautiful vineyards. Wine tasting and tours at wineries and wine factories are popular.

There is a local dish called houtou. It is a one-pot dish filled with thick noodles and vegetables. The noodles are sticky and very tasty when eaten with vegetables and miso-based soup. A set for making houtou at home is also available as a souvenir.

Yamanashi Prefecture is relatively easy to reach from Tokyo. It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to 2 hours by car from central Tokyo. By train, the express train will take you to your destination in about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Express buses from Tokyo to Yamanashi Prefecture are also available. The journey takes about 2.5 to 3 hours. Using these access methods, travel from Tokyo to Yamanashi Prefecture is relatively smooth.

Those who want to see the spectacular view of Mt. Fuji and enjoy outdoor activities, and those who want to enjoy delicious fruits and wines, please visit Yamanashi Prefecture.

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🚀Lesson 6 Highlights:
🌸 Yamanashi’s Beauty Unveiled: Discover the culture, history, must-visit spots, and mouth-watering cuisine of Yamanashi.
🍁 Seasonal Charms of Yamanashi: Experience the enchanting nature and seasonal beauty of Yamanashi.
🇯🇵 Japan’s Hidden Treasures: Explore how Yamanashi stands out among Japan’s cities with its unique attractions.

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＜Index＞
00:14 Geography of Yamanashi
01:38 Tourist Attractions
03:59 Festivals
04:59 History
06:24 Local Specialties
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08:25 Access to Yamanashi (Furigana & Natural Speed)
09:48 Geography of Yamanashi (Furigana & Natural Speed)
10:57 Tourist Attractions (Furigana & Natural Speed)
12:56 Festivals (Furigana & Natural Speed)
13:45 History (Furigana & Natural Speed)
14:56 Local Specialties (Furigana & Natural Speed)
16:37 Access to Yamanashi (Furigana & Natural Speed)
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17:48 Geography of Yamanashi (No Furigana & Natural Speed)
18:57 Tourist Attractions (No Furigana & Natural Speed)
20:56 Festivals (No Furigana & Natural Speed)
21:45 History (No Furigana & Natural Speed)
22:56 Local Specialties (No Furigana & Natural Speed)
24:37 Access to Yamanashi (No Furigana & Natural Speed)

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