Shōwa, town in Nakakoma District, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan
Shōwa is a town in Nakakoma district in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan. The settlement sits in a mountainous region with river valleys and rural structures that define the local landscape.
The town developed as a rural settlement in Yamanashi's mountainous terrain. Over time it maintained its smaller, independent character as a local administrative center.
The best time to visit is during autumn when leaves color the mountainous landscape and weather is mild. A car is the most practical way to navigate the hilly terrain and explore the surrounding area.
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