[Read before you travel] Sightseeing tips included‼️🍁⛩️✨Walk through the stunning forest of ginkgo and maple trees🚶‍♂️

[Summary]
Yabu Shrine, located in Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture, is the Ichinomiya Shrine of Tajima Province, long worshipped as the god of bountiful harvests and agriculture.
The grounds are filled with a majestic atmosphere, with giant trees, including a large cedar said to be over 1,000 years old. 🙏
Especially during the autumn foliage season, the vibrant yellow ginkgo trees and red maple trees lining the grounds and approach create a stunning contrast, creating a stunning view.🎨
The annual "Momiji Festival" is also famous, attracting many worshippers and tourists.😊

[Recommended Points]
* The spectacular ginkgo and maple trees: The contrast between the golden hue of the giant ginkgo trees adorning the grounds and the fiery red of the maples is truly breathtaking.🤩
The carpet of yellow leaves covering the grounds is especially beautiful.💛 * Majestic autumn foliage at a historic shrine: The combination of the imposing shrine buildings and torii gates of this historic shrine with vibrant autumn foliage creates a sacred atmosphere⛩️.
You'll feel both history and natural beauty at the same time.
* The lively Momiji Festival: The Momiji Festival, held at the peak of the autumn foliage season, features street stalls and various events, allowing you to enjoy the autumn leaves in a lively atmosphere🏮.

[Pay attention!]
When visiting Yabu Shrine, be sure to check out the **giant ginkgo trees on the approach and grounds**🧐
The golden leaves shining from the large tree and the carpet of fallen leaves covering the ground captivate visitors✨.
The ginkgo leaves shine beautifully in the light☀️.
The view from the stone steps leading to the main shrine is also a must-see👀.
You can see the colorful autumn leaves at the end of the stone steps, and enjoy the picturesque scenery that blends the shrine's solemn atmosphere with the splendor of autumn.

[Information]
* Address: 710 Yabu Ichiba, Yabu City, Hyogo Prefecture 📍
* Access:
* Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from Yabu Station on the JR San'in Main Line 🚕
* Approximately 5 minutes by car from Yabu IC on the Kitakinki Toyooka Expressway 🚗
* Opening Hours: Open all day ⏰
* Fee: Free admission and worship 🆓
* Best Time to Visit: Early to Mid-November 🍂

[Nearby Sightseeing Information]
After enjoying Yabu Shrine, why not explore the surrounding tourist spots?
* Mount Hachibuse and Mount Hyonosen: These mountains, located on the border between Hyogo and Tottori prefectures, offer magnificent natural scenery and beautiful autumn foliage ⛰️.
It's also a great place for hiking and mountain climbing.
* Roadside Station Yoka Tajimakura: Shop for souvenirs like local specialties, fresh vegetables, and Tajima beef 🛍️.
It's also a great place to rest and eat.
* Izushi: This castle town is known as the "Little Kyoto of Tajima" 🏯.
Enjoy traditional streetscapes and the famous "Izushi Soba" 🍜.

[Summary]
Hyogo Prefecture's Yabu Shrine is a charming spot, combining the majestic atmosphere of its historic Ichinomiya shrine with the gorgeous autumn foliage of its ginkgo and maple trees ✨.
The contrast between the golden ginkgo and red maple trees is particularly stunning.
Why not visit to enjoy the lively "Momiji Festival" and the nature and history of Tajima in autumn?

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