Timeline
06:25
Arrive at Awakura Shrine before the sun crests the horizon. The large cypress tree in the precincts is over 800 years old, and the silence before visitors arrive is the only way to truly feel its presence.
07:10
Watch the sunrise at 07:10. The sun sets toward the WSW, but the morning light hits the shrine grounds directly, illuminating the ancient tree just as the day begins.
08:10
Walk to Aru no Mori Kominka Cafe for lunch. The cafe opens at 11:00, so this timing ensures you arrive right as they start serving. Enjoy an authentic Thai meal in a traditional Japanese farmhouse setting.
Local tip
Aru no Mori Kominka Cafe is open for lunch from 11:00 to 16:00. Dinner requires a reservation.
Check before you go
- Aru no Mori Kominka Cafe lunch hours are 11:00-16:00.
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