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Kobayashi, being set in the heart of southern Kyushu, is
surrounded by some of the most beautiful and breathtaking
mountains around. Kirishima mountain range offers everything
from clean natural water and spectacular views, to enjoyable
hiking and hot springs for all ages.

Kobayashi is also particularly famous for its Cosmos and Poppy
flowers throughout the seasons of the year. During the end of
March the city is transformed by the Japanese national flower
the cherry blossom (the sakura tree). In almost every street
the cherry blossom can be viewed. Around this time, spring has
started and the weather is suitable for pleasant walks around
the city.

The clear nights open up fantastic viewing of the stars which
can be seen in even more detail at the city's observatory,
Cosmos Dome. Why not watch the stars and then finish off the
day with a trip to one of the nearby natural hot springs?

Other areas of natural beauty are particularly prominent in the
eastern part of Kobayashi with the Iwase River providing some
splendid geological sites such as the Sannomiya gorge.
Sannomiya gorge is surrounded by legends and stories abound
about the giant boulders in the gorge and the many famous
people who have visited them. There is a "Roaring Tower"
which preserves one of Japan's 100 scenic sounds and
tourists can walk along the riverbank thｒough a 1km series of
11 rock tunnels.

Kirishima National Park is only a 30 minute drive away where
Ikoma Plateau and Ebino Plateau are situated.

Sukimuland has a bascule bridge 155 meters long, 1.5 meters
wide and 30.5 meters tall. The bridge offers a superb view of
The Suki Falls.