Shobara City, located in Hiroshima Prefecture, is a border region that borders various prefectures, including Okayama, Shimane, and Tottori. Surrounded by the Chugoku Mountains, the area is blessed with a lush, natural environment. It is made up of basins and flatlands centered around rivers. The center of the area is home to urban areas, residential areas, and villages. Surrounded by the rivers and green mountains, this region offers satoyama scenery all year round. The region is characterized by completely different climates north and south of the Chugoku Mountains. Cherry blossoms and beech trees are symbols of the region and are beloved by many local residents. Major tourist attractions include Taishaku Gorge and Mount Hiba. The autumn foliage season offers stunning scenery.