Tsumago

Contains information on the areas history, the preservation of row houses and data about row houses throughout the country. The Museum is in the towns Wakihonjin which has been preserved since the Edo Period, Wakihonjins were smaller inns that served wealthier travellers

The primary of the post-town during the Edo-Period, although it has been restored it still looks like it's from the late-Edo Period.

Ruins of a sixteenth century castle with views of Tsumago from the top.

Small temple thought to be built in the fifteenth century.

The place where the shogun's announcement were decreed. Those with the ability to read some Japanese may be able to read some of the shogun's warnings and prohibitions.

This rock was said to used to look like a Koi fish that greeted travellers walking the Nakasendo, due to it earthquakes it has now fallen over and its resemblences no longer remains but it is still popular with domestic visitors and considered and of the symbols of Tsumago.

Simply follow the Nakasendo south out of Tsumago and in about 7km one will arrive at the prior post-town Magome, the trail is still well preserved and an enjoyable trip. It is usually walked while starting in Magome and you will have to go against the crowds and face a small uphill incline

If you follow the Nakasendo north out of Tsumago and you will soon reach Nagiso station. It is not as well preserved as the Magome-Tsumago section but still pleasant.