Catholic Matsumine Church (カトリック松が峰教会)
Flow of the course
About 70 min from the previous stop
About 40 min here
About 35 min to the next stop
Next stop: Wrapping Up the Day with Local Cuisine and Spacious LawnsAbout this spot
One of the largest existing Romanesque-style churches built with Oya stone. Both its twin-tower exterior and the warm stone sanctuary are breathtaking. Designed by Swiss architect Max Hindel, this quiet viewing spot allows families to truly appreciate how the stone quarried from Oya has become a symbol of the town.
Tips
Consider stopping for a lunch of Utsunomiya's famous gyoza during your travels. Avoid visiting during Mass or events, and keep conversations quiet inside the church. When visiting, please consider making a small donation at the donation box.
Best time to visit
Allow 20-30 minutes. Quiet weekday afternoons without services are ideal.
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Access & map
〒320-0807 1-chome Matsumine, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture 1-5
Model course featuring this spot
Utsunomiya: Exploring the Underground Temple of the Oya Reference Hall
Tochigi
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