A tour of culture, art, and food in Komoro City, Nagano Prefecture Komoro Romantic 2023 Autumn", a city tour event Held from October 14 to November 19

　The Komoro Machinaka Kairo Project Executive Committee (operated by UR Linkage Co., Ltd. and Kazaana Kikakuya) will hold "Komoro Romantic 2023 Autumn", a city tour event to explore the culture, arts and cuisine of Komoro City, Nagano Prefecture, from October 14 (Sat) to November 19 (Sun).

Image of a red-ring seal

　In "Komoro Romantic 2023 Autumn," temples, shrines, stores, and facilities in Komoro City and along the old Hokkoku Kaido Road will cooperate to create a walking map that will take visitors on a tour of attractive spots. The 2.5-hour course allows visitors to experience "Komoro Romanticism," a fusion of various cultures, history, and nature.

　We have prepared many special events such as the popular rotating original stamp "Rin-in", the "Temple Cafe", "Komomomi Market", and "TeLIVE" held in the precincts of temples.

　This year, we will distribute a limited number of "Goshu-ring-in", a collaboration of "Rin-in" and "Goshu-ring" with red seals of each temple. In addition, a 31-note blindfolded used book market will be held at the Komonomi Market.

　At the goal point, Yorakan, visitors who answer questionnaires or help run special events will receive "Machi no Coin," a community currency that connects them to the local community through hands-on experience.

　We look forward to seeing you at the event, which will offer a variety of events for children and adults alike.

Special Events

◆Rinin ◆ ◆Rinin ◆ ◆Rinin

　The rotating original stamp "Rin-in" is a special stamp available only during the Komoro Romantic period. Please visit temples along the old Hokkoku-kaido Road and Komoro Station to make a wish.

　A limited number of special paper mounts for the Rinin stamps made of Uchiyama-shi, handmade Japanese paper in Okushinano, Nagano Prefecture, which was used by the great writer Shimazaki Toson, will also be available for sale.

◆Goshu Wan-in◆

　Collaboration of 4 temples and Wan-in. A proof of worship created through collaboration between participants and temples. The wheel-ink stamps will be distributed to participants of the guided tours and at Yoren-ji Temple at 10:00 a.m. during the Komomomi Market. Please note that the number of stamps is limited. The mount will cost 1,500 yen (tax included).

◆Komomomi Market

　Komonomi Market will be held on October 28 (Sat.) at the temple grounds. The flea market will be held in the precincts of the temple, and will feature items from the warehouses of Komoro, as well as artists and restaurants from Komoro and other parts of Nagano Prefecture. The popular "Medaka Sukui" will be open, and at Seijoji Temple, there will be a flower garden of wind flowers.

　Continuing from the previous event, Koutakuji Temple will also host "TeLIVE," using the corridor and staircase in front of the main hall as a stage, with music of various genres echoing through the hall.

　Also, for the first time, the "31 Sound Blindfolded Used Book Fair" will be held, where visitors can inherit books that someone has cherished by using the 31 letters of a book blindfolded with an original cover as a clue.

Calling all book sellers for the Komomomi Market!

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Call for used books that you would like to pass on to someone at "31 tone blindfolded used book fair".

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◆Guided tours

　Komoro Romantic Guided Tours in cooperation with Komoro Tourist Guide Association will be held three times during the period. Guides who are well versed in the history, literature and historical sites of Komoro will lead you through the 2-hour course in an easy-to-understand manner with a smile and energy.

　You can also enjoy different special events: the Temple Cafe on Thursday, October 26, the Komonomi Market on Saturday, October 28, and the Ebisu Festival on Sunday, November 19.

Participation fee: 1,500 yen/person including udon noodles and coffee from Kumeya (*1,000 yen/person without meals (tax included))

　Surrounded by magnificent nature, Komoro has nurtured a high quality culture and attracted the sensibility of many cultural figures and artists. Shimazaki Toson, a great writer from Nagano Prefecture, captured nature and daily life with a fresh sensibility and left behind outstanding works. Kyoshi Takahama, a famous modern haiku poet who is said to have composed more than 200,000 haiku during his lifetime, came into contact with the Komoro climate and created a new world.

　Along the old Hokkoku Kaido Road, many buildings from the Edo, Meiji, Taisho, and Showa periods are mixed together, and in recent years, new life can be felt in the area, as immigrants and young people attracted to Komoro have opened restaurants in the existing buildings.

　During the festival, visitors can also enjoy the beautiful autumn leaves at the ruins of Komoro Castle and shrines and temples. Please come and enjoy walking around Komoro, where you can encounter a variety of history, culture, and delicious food.

<Period

Saturday, October 14 - Sunday, November 19, 2023

<How to participate

Pick up a "Komoro Romantic Map" at the Komoro Station or the Komoro Tourist Information Center.

<Participation fee

Free of charge *Admission fees may be charged at some locations.

<Event detail website

https://komororoman.com/

＜Komoro Romantic Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/komororoman/

<Organizer

Komoro Machinaka Kairo Project Executive Committee

<Support

Komoro City

<Planning and Cooperation

Temples, shrines and stores along the old Hokkoku Kaido Road, Shinano Railway, Yorakan, Komoro Tourism Bureau, Komoro Tourist Guide Association, Komoro Chamber of Commerce and Industry Youth Club

<Secretariat

UR Linkage Corporation, Kikaku-ya Kazaana