Things To Do in Ogimachi

In addition to an open-air museum, several old farmhouses in Ogimachi are open to the public. Note: Because Ogimachi is so small, no addresses are given in this section. This is a very small village, basically just one main street and some side streets.

A View of Ogimachi

For an overview (and the best vantage point for photographs) of the entire village, walk along the gently sloping road that leads from the north side of Ogimachi to the Shiroyama Viewing Point. There's a souvenir shop/restaurant here, but the best thing to do is to turn left at the crest of the hill and walk to the hill's westernmost point (toward the river), where there are some secluded benches. From here, you'll have a marvelous view of the entire valley. If you're thirsty or hungry, go to the restaurant (also with an outdoor viewing point) to buy a drink or a snack and then take it with you to the lookout.