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thick layer of sand and its temperature remains constant at about 16 degrees throughout the year. The pond is designated as a Natural Monument of the prefecture and was selected as one of the 100 Best Spring Waters in Japan by the Environment Agency.Sano’s Traditional CraftsHikoma town of Sano City has long been a production area of washi Japanese paper using the natural-grown Kozo plant. The ■nished washi is slightly dark but very durable and thus has been used for shoji sliding paper doors and accounting books for a number of years. Sano is also famous for metal production, particularly Tenmyo Casting which has over 1000 years of history, being used for art and craft works such as large temple bells, Buddhist statues, lanterns, tea kettles, ■ower vases and daily life utensils such as bathtubs, pots and farming tools.Sano’s SpecialtiesNoodles of Sano Ramen are kneaded with green bamboo which allows air to permeate the noodles, giving them a ■rm and smooth texture. The Mimi Udon noodles are a traditional local food which people in Senba Town eat for the New Year. The shape of the noodles is said to look like the ears (mimi) of demons or devils and it is believed that having Mimi Udon noodles can keep people healthy and bring good relations with neighbors.Please visit the website here.Sano City, Tochigi Prefecture17