Memory Timeline: Narai-juku, More Kyoto Than Kyoto Itself (1)🌟

Tokyo to Nagano Trip Day 4 > Narai-juku! This place has more ancient charm than Kyoto and is more leisurely than Tokyo. 🍃🌸 It feels like a gem forgotten by time. 🌿 🏯 Historical Background: Narai-juku is located in the central part of Nagano Prefecture and is one of the best-preserved post towns on the Nakasendo Road. During the Edo period, the Nakasendo was a vital route for cultural, travel, and commercial exchanges. 🍃🌸 As the 34th post town, Narai-juku welcomed countless travelers and earned the nickname "Nara Senken" (A Thousand Houses of Nara). 🏛️ 🚶‍♀️ Strolling Down the Ancient Street: The main street of Narai-juku is about 1 kilometer long, lined with quaint wooden buildings that transport you back to the Edo period. There are no modern structures to disturb the atmosphere—only soba noodle restaurants, sake shops, and souvenir stores. 🍃🌸 Walking here, you can feel the tranquility of time, and every spot is worth savoring. 🍜 #Nagano #NaraiJuku #HistoricCharm