SANO
Highlights of Sano City
Sano city (佐野市) is situated on the edge of Kanto plain 80km north of Tokyo. Due to its unique location, Sano was a strategic location for warlords of the 10th century.
Sano is mostly know for its Ramen (Sano Ramen / 佐野ラーメン）, and Outlet mall. However there are many other hidden gems.
Founded in 1673, Dai-ichi Shuzo (第一酒造）is the oldest Sake brewery in the region. And Tenmyo Imono (天明鋳物）is the longest ongoing iron casting tradition in Japan which started here more than 1,000 years ago. Both offer unique experiences not found in Tokyo.
In spring and autumn, seasonal flowers and colors can be enjoyed on the hiking trail on Mt. Karasawa (唐沢山) where visitors can also discover remains of the old mountain castle.
Access
From Tokyo
- 1h 30min from by train. (Tobu Line)
- 1h 40min from by train. (JR Line)
- 1h 40min from by Highway bus.
- 1h 30min drive by car
From Airports
- 2h from Haneda Int. Airport (Bus)
- 2h from Narita Itn. Airport (Bus)
- 2h from Ibaraki Airport (Car)
From Main Stations
- Sano Sta. (JR & Tobu Railway)
- Sano-shi Sta. (Tobu Railway)
Top events around Sano City
Things to DO
Visit a brewery
Sano has 3 sake breweries including the oldest brewery in the region.
Go Shopping at the Outlet Mall
Sano is a popular destination for shopping at the Sano Premium Outlet Mall.
Visit a Tenmyo Imono Master
Meet one of the Tenmyo Imono Masters and learn how iron casting is made.
Places to EAT
Enjoy Sano Ramen
With its distinctive wrinkled noodles and Soy source based soup, Sano is home to some 160 Ramen stores and is a must visit destination for Ramen lovers in Japan.
COENA Cafe
A small European style restaurant with delicious homemade food prepared with local ingredients hand-picked by our chef.
Places to STAY
Western Style Hotel
There are many western style hotels in Sano.
Want prices? Find the full list of hotels in Sano on Booking.com here.
Unique Accomodation
Wondered what Primitive life was like? Sano offers unique accommodation where you can stay in replicas of homes from 5,000 years ago.
Candeo Hotels
Type: 3 star Business Hotel
Location: Near Sano Shintoshi Bus Terminal.
Hotel Sunroute
Type: 3 star Business Hotel
Location: Near Sano Train Station
Select inn
Type: Budget Business Hotel
Location: Near Sano Train Station
Day trips from SANO CITY
Each of these places are within a day trip away. Click on the image to find out more.
Useful links for Sano City
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