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Yokai Mansion Tour and Local Specialty Lunch in the Hometown of Kodomo Nakase

About this spot

A roadside station perched on an elevated plateau overlooking the Ōboke Gorge, famous for its in-station "Yokai Mansion and Stone Museum." This area of Yamashiro village is the "yokai village" where legends of Kodomo Nakase—the yokai known from Shigeru Mizuki's yokai illustrations—remain. The station displays a charming array of individually crafted yokai created lovingly by local residents, presented alongside the yokai tales passed down through the mountain villages. The Stone Museum allows visitors to learn about the rare rocks that form the Ōboke Gorge, and the observation deck offers a panoramic view of the gorge below. The gift shop carries local souvenirs such as Iya buckwheat noodles and yokai merchandise, making it a perfect stop for lunch and a rest break.

Tips

It's only about a 5-minute drive from the cruise boat landing, and you can move there before noon. Dining options focus on lighter fare such as Iya buckwheat noodles. Don't miss the view of the Ōboke Gorge from the observation deck. Entry to the Yokai Mansion requires an admission fee, but the roadside station itself is free to enjoy.