Tourism EXPO JAPAN 2024
Awaji Sumoto
Awaji Island is located in the Seto Inland Sea and has a long rich history. "Records of Ancient Text (Kojiki)" says it was the first created island of Japan. Sumoto City is in the center of Awaji Island, has been prospered for economically, politically, and culturally since the 16th century as the main city in the island.
Being mild climates through most seasons help growing vegetable, cattle and seafood well. In ancient times Sumoto was known as "Miketsukuni", the treasure trove of foods, had offered large variety of foods and cuisines to the Japanese Imperial Family. Here are examples; iconic Awaji onion famous for its sweetness and fruity flavor, Awaji Beef one of famous Japanese Beef and Yura's red sea urchin known so valuable. These foods have been attracted the ancients. Still it doesn't change now.
Sumoto has well known Sumoto Onsen, the largest hot spring area in Awaji Island, crowded all year round. Many ryokan and hotels located near the coast side, you can have great view of Osaka coast with staying here. Also Sumoto Onsen offers new hot spring source "uruoinoyu " to guests since 2018.
Near hot springs, the Sumoto Castle, the oldest imitated castle tower in Japan, provides stunning views of the town and the sea. Through all seasons, relax at Sumoto hot spring and try some local cuisine while you are staying here.
Being mild climates through most seasons help growing vegetable, cattle and seafood well. In ancient times Sumoto was known as "Miketsukuni", the treasure trove of foods, had offered large variety of foods and cuisines to the Japanese Imperial Family. Here are examples; iconic Awaji onion famous for its sweetness and fruity flavor, Awaji Beef one of famous Japanese Beef and Yura's red sea urchin known so valuable. These foods have been attracted the ancients. Still it doesn't change now.
Sumoto has well known Sumoto Onsen, the largest hot spring area in Awaji Island, crowded all year round. Many ryokan and hotels located near the coast side, you can have great view of Osaka coast with staying here. Also Sumoto Onsen offers new hot spring source "uruoinoyu " to guests since 2018.
Near hot springs, the Sumoto Castle, the oldest imitated castle tower in Japan, provides stunning views of the town and the sea. Through all seasons, relax at Sumoto hot spring and try some local cuisine while you are staying here.
Booth No | L-132 |
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Area | Japan |
Main Business | Municipality / government office |
Official site | https://www.city.sumoto.lg.jp/ |
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