Hello! This is the Kawazu Tourism Association. The 34th Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival, the first cherry blossom festival to be held in Honshu, will finally start on February 1st! Here are some sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town that you should definitely visit when you visit the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival! This time, we will introduce "Kawazu Bagatelle Park" It is a rose garden featuring a geometric pattern that reproduces the Bagatelle Park in Paris in France as it is. At its peak, 6,000 roses of about 1,100 varieties bloom gracefully. Please enjoy the beauty and scent of roses that touch the five senses to your heart's content. Flower season: Spring roses 4/28~6/30, Autumn roses 10/1~11/30 ◆ Detailed information ◆ 【Address】 1073 Kawazu-chomine, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka [Phone number] 0558-34-2200 【Business hours】9:00-18:00 7/1~9/30,12/1~4/27 9:00~16:00 【Regular holiday】Every Wednesday and Thursday, the following Monday if it is a national holiday except every day during the flower season 【Parking lot】Yes, 200 passenger cars large bus available

NICE TO MEET EVERYONE WHO WATCHES COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! This is the Kawazu Tourism Association! Located in the southeast of the Izu Peninsula, Kawazu Town in Shizuoka Prefecture is surrounded by a warm climate and abundant nature. With a population of about 6,500 people as of December 2023, this town offers tourists a peaceful experience in the great outdoors. In this first post, we will deliver the charms of sightseeing spots, events, and special products of Kawazu Town, so please take a look to the end. ◆◇◆ Recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆◇◆ Here are some of the recommended sightseeing spots in Kawazu Town. Please use it as a reference for sightseeing in Kawazu Town! ・Kawazu Nanadaru As the name suggests, Kawazu Nanadaru Falls is a powerful tourist spot consisting of seven waterfalls Kamadaru Falls, Ebidaru Falls, Hebidaru Falls, Shokeidaru Falls, Kanidaru Falls, Deaidaru Falls, and Oodaru Falls. There is a promenade with a total length of 850 meters, and there are attractions such as a suspension bridge and a statue of Izu no Odoriko along the way. When the fresh greenery of spring and the autumn leaves are in full bloom, its beauty stands out even more and attracts visitors. ・Kawazu Bagatelle Park Opened in 2001 as a reproduction of the Parc de Bagatelle in Paris, France, 6,000 roses of about 1,100 varieties bloom in the park. In the park, there is also a perfume mixing experience and a rose school to make original scents. ・Hatcho Pond It is a pond located at an altitude of 1173 meters above sea level. It can only be visited by hiking for about 2 hours each way, but since it is surrounded by the Amagi primeval forest, you can enjoy the fresh greenery and autumn leaves throughout the year. ・Experience-based zoo iZoo The zoo was opened with the concept of Reptiles, and Reptiles such as turtles, lizards, crocodiles, chameleons, and snakes are abundantly bred in the zoo. There are also many rare varieties on display that can only be seen here. Since it is an "experiential zoo", there is also a corner where you can interact with Reptiles. ・Funado no Banya It is a facility where you can enjoy a spectacular open-air bath overlooking Sagami Bay, a foot bath, and a barbecue using fresh local seafood. ・Imaihama Beach It is one of the most popular beaches on the Izu Peninsula with the highest ranking of "AA" water quality on the beach facing Sagami Bay. It is a 2-minute walk from Izukyu "Imaihama Kaigan Station", so it is crowded with many tourists in the summer. Crystal clear waters and white sand beaches make it a true summer paradise. ◆ ◇ ◆ Specialty of Kawazu Town in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆ ◇ ◆ In Kawazu Town, you can enjoy fresh gourmet foods such as wasabi, sweetfish, and snow crab grown in the high-quality water flowing from Mt. Amagi, as well as lobsters and sazae caught in Sagami Bay. The local cuisine made with these will captivate the palate of visitors. ◆◇◆ Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival that heralds spring ◆◇◆ Kawazu Town is known throughout the country as the birthplace of Kawazuzakura Kawazu Sakura. Many of you may have seen it introduced on TV during the cherry blossom viewing season. Kawazu cherry blossoms are early-blooming cherry blossoms that begin to bloom around February, about one month earlier than those in Tokyo. The "Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival" is held during this peak season of Kawazu cherry blossoms. Approximately 850 cherry trees bloom along the Kawazu River and about 8,000 cherry blossoms in the entire area around the Kawazu River, and many stalls are lined up during the event, and various events are held, such as the illumination of the cherry blossoms in full bloom. It is a popular event in Kawazu Town, which is visited by about 1 million people every year. The 34th Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in 2024 Reiwa 6 will be held from February 1 Thursday to February 29 Thursday. ◆ ◇ ◆ Healing time at a hot spring in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆ ◇ ◆ The hot springs in Kawazu Town are the best spot to heal the fatigue of your trip. There are a wide variety of hot spring facilities that provide relaxation for the mind and body of visitors. There is also a day-trip hot spring facility, so please use it. From traditional Japanese minshuku to hotels with modern amenities, there are accommodations to suit your needs. Why don't you soothe the fatigue of your trip with delicious meals and pleasant service that make use of local ingredients? ◆◇◆ Enjoy sightseeing in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture ◆◇◆ Natural beauty, delicious gastronomy and surprising sights await you. We will introduce recommended sightseeing spots that will be your best memories on this account, so please follow us.

Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. Take the train and bus to Daiozan Saijoji (Doryoson) for your first shrine visit of the year! Izu-Hakone Railway Co., Ltd. and Izu-Hakone Bus Co., Ltd. will operate “New Year’s shrine-visit special trains and route buses” from late on New Year’s Eve into New Year’s Day 2024 to improve convenience for those traveling to Daiozan Saijoji (Doryoson) for hatsumode. Daiozan Saijoji is known as a sacred site with a 600-year history since its founding, and it attracts many visitors during the first three days of the New Year. The Daiyuzan Line opened in 1925 to transport worshippers to Daiozan Saijoji, and the railway and buses continue to serve those visiting the temple. About the “Hatsumode Special Train (Odawara Station – Daiyuzan Station)” ● Operating period and hours: Sunday, December 31, 2023, 23:35 – Monday, January 1, 2024, 5:45 ● Timetable: Departure times from each station are as shown below The white-shaded sections (train numbers down 501–519 and up 500–518) indicate the special trains. ● Fare: Odawara Station – Daiyuzan Station Adult 280 yen Child 140 yen About the “All-night New Year’s Route Bus (Daiyuzan Station – Doryoson)” ● Operating period and hours: Sunday, December 31, 2023, 22:30 – Monday, January 1, 2024, 16:40 ● Timetable: As needed ● Travel time: Approximately 10 minutes ● Boarding and alighting location: Temporary bus stop in front of Daiyuzan Station This is different from the regular bus stop for Doryoson-bound services. ● Fare: Bus Daiyuzan Station – Doryoson Adult 300 yen Child 150 yen ● Note: Additional daytime buses will run on January 1–3. Inquiries: Izu-Hakone Railway Daiyuzan Line – Odawara Station TEL. 0465 (22) 9173 Izu-Hakone Bus – Odawara Office TEL. 0465 (34) 0333

Ninomiya Town 20th Azumayama Rapeseed Flower Watching At the summit of Azumayama, 60,000 early-blooming rapeseed flowers reach their peak from late December. From the panoramic view you can see the Tanzawa and Hakone mountains, Sagami Bay, the Izu Peninsula, and—on clear days—the beautiful, snow-capped Mt. Fuji unfolding right before you. Please come and enjoy this memorable scene of yellow, pale blue, and white in the New Year season. During the event period we offer a stamp rally and receipt rally, station-to-trail hikes, and weekend sales of local products and other events. It’s a 5-minute walk from Ninomiya Station to the trailhead, and a 20-minute walk from the trailhead to the summit! You can enjoy an easy hike♪ We look forward to your visit. Event Period: Saturday, January 13, 2024 to Sunday, February 18, 2024 Location: Azumayama Park Opening Hours: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Organizer: Ninomiya Town Tourism Association Co-organizer: Ninomiya Town Supporters: Kanagawa Prefecture; Kanagawa Prefecture Tourism Association (Public Corporation) Contact: Ninomiya Town Tourism Association 0463-73-1208 9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Izu Peninsula Sunset over Koganezaki Coast Izu Peninsula Long Drive. Koganezaki Coast, one of Japan's best sunset spots, stopped by on a drive to Nishiizu The time was just right and I was able to take a picture of the superb view!

Izu Peninsula Tsumekizaki Lighthouse I went to photograph the lighthouse at night! I really wanted to take a picture of the Milky Way, Unfortunately, it was cloudy. The view of the foggy lighthouse was ^^ very fantastic and beautiful Shooting location, Minamiizu Tsumekizaki Lighthouse

I photographed ♪ the sunset over the Izu Peninsula and West Izu West Izu can be said to be one of the best sunset spots in Japan. It was ^^ a really beautiful sunset Shooting location, Nishiizu Sunset Beach

This photo was taken at iZoo on the Izu Peninsula. There are few people in the Kanto suburbs, and depending on your ingenuity, you can take beautiful photos. You can enjoy it when you go out to play with children up to infants ~ lower grades of elementary school! There was a spot here where the aquarium reflected like a mirror, and I was able to take a beautiful picture.

Izu Peninsula 1 photo from Tsumekizaki Lighthouse From this time of spring the Milky Way begins to be visible from midnight to early morning Since there are no lights around Tsumekizaki, you can see more stars than in urban areas. It's very dark, so don't forget your flashlight when you visit!

Take your breath away at the magnificent scenery, I unconsciously released the shutter.

Seasonal excursions in southern Izu. It is a ryokan in Yumigahama. The room bath is good, the service is good! I don't have any pictures of the food, but it was 😋 very delicious. It was a good inn ∩ ́∀'∩ 💕

Last Sunday, I went to Izu to see the Kawazu cherry blossoms. On the way, cross Amagi from the direction of Shuzenji and see Joren Falls from above before heading to Kawazu Town Kawazu cherry blossoms in full bloom Stretch your legs further to the Izu-Shirahama coast for the first time in a long time On the way back, go around Nishiizu and get Mt. Fuji over the sea Introducing articles on Kawazu cherry blossoms

You can see Mt. Fuji like a ukiyo-e print!

Spend 😊 an elegant time with an ocean view at "Hot Spring Ryokan Inatori Ginsuiso" in Higashiizu, Shizuoka Prefecture A long-established ryokan with a history of 60 years in Inatori Onsen, one of the leading hot spring areas in Japan. Inatori's specialties, such as golden sea bream, lobster, abalone, and Japan dishes with seasonal vegetables, are reputed 😋🥢 to be exquisite. Renovated in 2018, the "Omotenashi Suite" is a luxury suite with an open-air bath. ✨😍 Travel Online to ♨🚙💨 See Ocean View Tonight

"Niijima" 🌊 in the Izu Islands where you can enjoy a beautiful beach like Hawaii 35 minutes from Tokyo There are plenty ❗️😆 of Instagrammable spots, experiences, sightseeing spots such as open-air baths with ocean views, activities such as athletics playing in nature, gourmet spots where you can taste fresh seafood and local gourmets, observatories with superb views, dolphin watching, etc. Tonight, online GoTo travel 🌈✈️ to the charming Niijima

This is a photo I took when I went on a trip to Amami Oshima! It was a relaxing time and I was healed.