Okaya Station Area (岡谷駅前)

Flow of the course

About this spot

Various restaurants reflecting the lakeside town character are scattered around JR Okaya Station. It's conveniently located within walking distance of Ilf Plaza, the festival venue, making it ideal for having an early dinner before the evening's main event. On festival day, the station area is more lively than usual, and you may even hear distant drum sounds beginning to echo.

Tips

Accessible by car or on foot from Kosaka Kannon Temple. Since crowds increase in the evening on festival day, coming early is recommended.

Best time to visit

Approximately 45 minutes. Mid-afternoon (around 4 PM) before the festival begins at 5 PM is relatively calm.

Access & map

〒394-0028 Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture, Honcho 1-chome 4, Okaya Station Area