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Follow the Flowers: 6 Flower-Filled Destinations in Central Japan

We will introduce six famous flower viewing spots in the Central Japan.

You can enjoy a variety of flowers depending on the season.

If you’re interested, please come and visit.

*Please check the flowering status at each spot.

1. Atsumi Peninsula: Rape flower fields [Tahara City, Aichi Prefecture]

▲Photo provided：Tahara City

The Atsumi Peninsula Rape Blossom Festival is held every year from January to March, and the entire peninsula is dyed in bloom in the blossoms. During the event, the main venue, Irago Nanohana Garden, will offer wonderful photo spots for memorable occasions, as well as gourmet food to enjoy in the spring. There are various events scheduled over the weekend, so please check the official website.

▲Photo provided：Tahara City

 

Access: About 90 minutes by car from the Otowa-Gamagori IC on the Tomei Expressway. Transfer to the Toyotetsu Bus Irago Main Line and get off at the Myojin-mae bus stop, then walk for about 20 minutes. *Please check the official website for details about shuttle buses during the Nanohana Festival.

2. Shoryu Weeping Plum Garden [Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture]

The Shoryu Weeping Plum Garden, where the flowers can only be seen for one month, is scheduled to open between mid-February and mid-March every year. All the plum trees planted in the garden are weeping plum trees, and there are over 10 varieties.

The unique tailoring method evokes the image of a dragon grasping a cloud and rising to the heavens. A popular attraction is the tunnel that takes you through a shower of flowers that resembles the inside of a dragon’s body.

In addition, Christmas roses are planted under the plum blossoms, so you can enjoy the flowers together during the opening hours of the garden. Please check the official website for details such as opening times.

 

Access: About 15 minutes from Hamamatsu-Nishi IC on the Tomei Expressway. Take the bus bound for Kanzanji Onsen from bus terminal no. 1 at the north exit of JR Hamamatsu Station, get off at the Dobutsuen stop, and walk for 30 minutes.

3. Sunflower fields in Akeno, Hokuto City [Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture]

▲Photo provided：Yamanashi Tourism Organization

Akeno Town in Hokuto City boasts some of the longest hours of sunshine in Japan. Every year, local residents plant sunflower seeds, which produce 400,000 flowers, and hold the Hokuto City Akeno Sunflower Festival. In addition to enjoying the 360-degree panoramic view, there are plenty of events, such as strolling through the sunflower fields and food stalls.

▲Photo provided：Yamanashi Tourism Organization

For the latest information, please visit the official website.

 

Access: About 15 minutes from Sutama IC on the Chuo Expressway. From JR Chuo Main Line Nirasaki Station, take the Yamanashi kyohoku Kotsu Bus Mizugaki Denen Bus for about 24 minutes and get off at Akeno Tsumitorien.

4. Hamamatsu Flower Park [Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture]

The garden was created by taking advantage of the natural topography of the shores of Lake Hamana, and is home to what is said to be the most beautiful “Cherry Blossom and Tulip Garden” in the world, as well as wisteria, roses, hanashobu, and other flowers that decorate the flower beds, all blooming in glory throughout the seasons, creating a relaxing space. Other popular attractions include the Crystal Palace, a large greenhouse that displays elaborate seasonal exhibits, the Great Fountain Show, which combines water and music, and the Flower Train, a sightseeing ride that runs through the gardens. In addition to various events, the park is open at night during cherry blossom, Wisteria and Christmas seasons.

 

Access: Take the bus bound for Kanzanji Onsen from bus stop number 1 at the north exit bus terminal of JR Hamamatsu Station, and get off at the Flower Park bus stop (approximately 40 minutes). Approximately 15 minutes from the Hamamatsu-Nishi Interchange on the Tomei Expressway.

5. Atami Plum Garden [Atami City, Shizuoka Prefecture]

It is known for having the earliest blooming plum blossoms in Japan and the latest autumn leaves in Japan. There are 469 plum trees of 60 varieties in bloom, including some that are over 100 years old. There are various types of plum blossoms, including early-blooming, mid-blooming, and late-blooming, so you can enjoy them over a long period of time. The Plum Festival is held every year from early January to early March.

Access: Take the Ito Line from JR Atami Station for about 3 minutes → Get off at JR Kinomiya Station → Walk for about 10 minutes. Take the bus bound for “Ainohara Danchi” from JR Atami Station for about 15 minutes → Get off at “Umeen”

6. Lake Hamana Garden Park [Hamamatsu City, Shizuoka Prefecture]

While feeling the breeze of the lake amid the beautiful natural scenery of the shores of Lake Hamana, you can enjoy the “Flower Museum”, modeled after Monet’s garden, which spreads out behind the great rose arch, as well as international gardens that recreate traditional gardens from Asia and Europe.

The 50m-tall observation tower is a viewing spot that offers a panoramic view of Lake Hamana, the Enshu Nada Sea, and Mt. Fuji. You can also be amazed by the spectacular views and flowers that bloom in the garden park, such as the fields of nemophila in spring, sunflowers in summer, cosmos in autumn, and cyclamens in winter.

You can enjoy a pleasant stroll surrounded by the refreshing light and breeze of the lake and flowers.

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What kind of place is Lake Hamana? Sea Lake Textbook – Seafood Edition – now on sale! !

I don’t think there is anyone who lives in this area who doesn’t know about Lake Hamana. I think everyone has at least once gone out to collect clams, go fishing, or go for a drive along the shore of Lake Hamana. Lake Hamana is a very familiar place to us.

What would you say if someone asked you again, “What kind of place is Lake Hamana?” You probably won’t be able to give a good answer like, “Hmm. There’s nothing special about it…” I want to know more about Lake Hamana. With this in mind, I began creating this “Sea Lake Textbook”.

This book was originally based on a poster titled “50 Amazing Things in Hamamatsu and Lake Hamana”. This poster is intended to convey that there are many wonderful things to see in the Hamamatsu/Lake Hamana area. The “Lake of the Sea Textbook” is an even more in-depth study. Both were created for local elementary and junior high school students, and were produced as part of the “Lake Hamana Tourism Area” project, which is working to create a tourist area that encompasses Hamamatsu City and Kosai City. Normally, when we think of tourism, we think of inviting visitors from outside, but why local elementary and junior high school students? There is a reason for this.

Have you ever heard of the term civic pride? It means that citizens have pride and attachment to their region. In the field of tourism, there is now a need to foster this civic pride. So why does fostering civic pride lead to tourism?

When you feel pride and attachment to your region, you can’t help but want to share it with others. “Lake Hamana is an amazing place, so come and visit us!” When residents say these words one after another, they attract people from outside, and the residents want to convey the goodness of Lake Hamana to people who come from outside. It will be. And the goodness of Lake Hamana is passed on from person to person. This is the ideal form.

So what can we do to help residents feel civic pride? First of all, let’s let people know that Lake Hamana is amazing! With that in mind, I created 50 amazing posters. The first thing you need to do is stop and look at the poster. After that, I decided to create a textbook that would be more accessible and readable. First, by getting elementary and junior high school students interested, the children will pass it on to their parents, and the parents will also become interested. I want to create something that will lead to understanding the richness of Lake Hamana.

 

How was Lake Hamana formed?

When did it become connected to the sea?

What kind of creatures do the fish and shellfish live in?

It’s connected to the sea, but is it salty?

How deep is it?

Now is the season! Blueberry picking experience at Sato Farm “Aoitori” | Miyakodamachi, Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City

Blueberries are in season in early summer from June to August.

Did you know that you can also go blueberry picking in Hamamatsu?

This time, I went to Sato Fam “Aoitori” located in Miyakodamachi, Hamana Ward, Hamamatsu City, which is also featured in the Yaramaika Tourism.

A plan that includes a 30-minute blueberry picking experience and original gelato containing whole blueberries.

Not only can you eat the blueberries you picked on the spot, but you can also take home a pack of them.

Now, let’s go pick blueberries, which are in season now!

Directly connected to JR Hamamatsu Station! Hamamatsu souvenirs are available at “Ekimachi West”

When do you buy souvenirs during your trip?

Ekimachi West, which is directly connected to JR Hamamatsu Station, has a wide selection of must-see Hamamatsu souvenirs, including Lake Hamana eel and Hamamatsu gyoza, as well as local sake, green tea, and sweets.

This time, we will introduce stores in Ekimachi West that specialize in Hamamatsu souvenirs, roughly divided into Hamamatsu souvenirs, sweets, and restaurants (cafes and restaurants). Each one is a delicious specialty of Hamamatsu.

 
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