Located in the southern part of Nagano Prefecture, Matsukawa Town in Shimoina District is a tranquil town with rice paddies spreading out from the Tenryu River. Its main industries are livestock farming and plum cultivation, revitalizing residential areas and commercial facilities. Other notable features include the thriving cultivation of pears and apples. Gobotondon, a local delicacy made with burdock root and black pork raised on locally grown apples and plums, is a popular dish among visitors to Matsukawa Town in Shimoina District. At Matsukawa Onsen, you can enjoy a blissful soak in the hot springs while taking in the spectacular views of the Alps.