[Kitadake Information] 2024.6.23 2024 (Reiwa 6) Kitadake Information on June 23rd. The mountaineering season has finally arrived! Enjoy a memorable climb by preparing in advance and planning your climb with plenty of time to spare.

[Hydrangea is in full bloom! ] Roadside Station Shirane The hydrangeas at the Roadside Station Shirane Information Center are in full bloom and in Best time to visit. Subtle shades from blue to purple bring color to the Ume Plum Period.

【Nakano's Rice Terraces】 R6.5.4 It is a state of the terraced rice fields in Nakano. The gradation of the water-filled water surface and the sunrise is beautiful! The silhouette of Mt. Fuji is also clearly captured, and it's time to start today.

[The irises of the Takizawa River are in full bloom! ] 】4/30 As if to liven up the Iris Festival, the irises bloomed, and the festival was a great success! It is still in full bloom and in Best time to visit. You can enjoy it a little more during G.W, so please go out.

The white tulip standing out amongst a sea of red tulips is a stunning sight. A visit to Toyama Nyuzen flower field makes it an unforgettable experience.

[The Yae Cherry Blossom of The Buddha Dainichi is in full bloom! ] 】 The Someiyoshino trees in the city have dispersed in a blink of an eye, but the Double Cherry Blossom(Yae zakura) of The Buddha Dainichi are in full bloom. It sits a little further down the road. The road is narrow, so please be careful.

【Cherry blossom viewing Information】 R6.4.7 Although it was cloudy, I was able to see a little of Mt. Fuji. The cherry blossoms and peach blossoms in the city are all in full bloom and beautiful. Thank you to the peach farmer who gave me permission to take pictures during the flower picking process. ・ Kamiimasuwa peach blossom ... Full bloom ・ Rows of cherry blossom trees for relaxation ... Full bloom ・ Myoryoji Temple ... Beginning to scatter~ ・Takizawa River Park... Full bloom ・Tokushima Weir... Full bloom ・ Dainichi Nyorai sitting statue (Odei Nicchan) ... Buds

【Open to the public once every 33 years】Hattasan Choukokuji Temple 3 days from March 16 ~ 18, 2024. Once every 33 years, the secret Buddha, the eleven-sided Kannon statue, was opened to the public. Harashichigo Kanseon Bodhisattva, which was called the guardian Kannon of Hara Nanago, has been worshipped by people since ancient times. During the three days of the open to the public, many people crowded with prayers. In addition, the main hall has been designated as an important cultural property of Japan as a valuable building that preserves the architectural style of the Muromachi period. This year also marks the 500th anniversary of the reconstruction of the main hall.

【Yamanashi Peach Blossom Market 2024】Hachioji Station I have been managing the peach blossom branch since January, but tomorrow I will finally present the peach flower branch at Hachioji Station! Minami-Alps City's mascot character "Kaimaru" will also appear. Please feel free to enjoy the charm of Specialty Products such as the loose characters and wine of the Town/Village of each city in Yamanashi Prefecture. Date and time: February 29 (Thursday), March 1 (Friday) in 2024 (Reiwa 6) 　　　11:00～15:00 Location: Hachioji Station Ticket Gate Outer Concourse Peach blossom branch distribution 11:00 ~ It will end as soon as it runs out Distribution conditions: On the day of the event at the Yamanashi peach blossom branch and local product shop "Yamatamaya" We will give you a peach blossom branch when you present your purchase receipt.

【Momoeda Management】 In less than a week from the draining and changing work, the buds swelled and some branches were blooming! This week, there was a warm day like April, and it seems that the growth has accelerated. It is difficult to adjust the growth according to the date of the campaign, but we will do our best to deliver it to you in good condition!

【Ume Plum Blossom】Minami-Alps City The Minami-Alps City has completely changed from the cheerfulness reminiscent of spring, and today it is cold as if it has returned to winter. On warm days, the Ume plum blossoms are fragrant, and the Ume plum fields are in full bloom. Spring is just around the corner...

【Open book once every 33 years】Hattasan Chokokuji Temple A secret Buddha book opened once every 33 years. The eleven-sided Kanzeon Bodhisattva, who was called the guardian Kannon of the Seven Villages of Hara, has been worshipped by people since ancient times. In addition, 2024, which is also the 500th anniversary of the reconstruction of the main hall, is a very precious and special year. Don't miss this opportunity! Period March 16 (Sat) ~ March 18 (Mon) in 2024 (Reiwa 6) Admission fee to the main hall 500 yen (with protective tree) Main hall hours: 9 a.m. ~ 4 p.m. Address Yamanashi Prefecture Minami-Alps City Enobara 442

【Ando Family Residence Hinamatsuri】 Designated as a National Important Cultural Property, more than 200 dolls from Edo to Showa are on display at the "Ando Family Residence". Yamanashi's unique hina doll, "Bina Yokozawa", is charming in its standing figure. You can also enjoy the architecture and gardens that are more than 300 years old suitable for the spring festival. During the period, a concert of songs related to spring will be held. In addition, the staff is giving a handmade miniature folded gift to those who come. (Limited number) Date and time: February 9 (Fri) ~ April 8 (Mon), 2024 (Reiwa 6) Time: 9 a.m. ~ 4:30 p.m. (last admission 4 p.m.) *Closed on Tuesdays Admission fee: Adults (university students and older) 300 yen Children (elementary, junior high, and high school students) 100 yen * Preschoolers free of charge Address Yamanashi Prefecture Minami-Alps City Seinan Lake 4302 Note: You may be required to use a temporary parking lot due to parking lot maintenance work. (3 mins walk) Contact: Ando Family ☎Residence 055-284-4448 Cultural Properties Division, ☎Board of Education 055-282-7269

This is the Minami-Alps Tourism Association. We will continue to send out attractive information about Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture through COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so thank you. ◇What is Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture? ◇ Minami-Alps City in Yamanashi Prefecture occupies about 5.9% of the total area of Yamanashi Prefecture and has a population of about 70,000. Located in the western part of Yamanashi Prefecture, the city is surrounded by the magnificent nature of the Southern Alps. In 2003, six towns/villages, namely Hatta Village, Shirane Town, Ashiyasu Village, Wakakusa Town, Kushigata Town, and Kosai Town in Nakakoma District, Yamanashi Prefecture, merged to form Minami-Alps City. In 2014, the entire city of Minami-Alps City was registered as a Minami-Alps UNESCO Eco Park. The Minami-Alps surrounding Minami-Alps City is the largest mountain range in Japan, spanning the three prefectures of Nagano, Yamanashi, and Shizuoka, and is loved by many mountaineers with a series of 3,000-meter-high peaks such as Kitadake, the second highest peak in Japan, Mt. Senjogetake, Mt. Houou Sanzan, and Mt. Kai-komagatake. ◇Introduction to sightseeing spots in Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture◇ ・Ecopa Inagako It is a spot where you can experience various things such as Nature Classroom, Forest Science Museum, camping, and BBQ facilities in nature on the slopes of Mt. Kushigata. It is also a popular spot for families who can enjoy contact with nature. ・Yukyari no Sato Juen "Yukyari no Sato Juen" is a complex facility equipped with 100% hot springs flowing from the source, lodging facilities, Barbecue area, and tennis courts. Use it as a base for mountain climbing. ・Roadside Station Shirane Agricultural Products Market It will be renovated in April 2023, and you can enjoy shopping in a spacious store. You can buy fresh local fruits and vegetables, as well as Specialty products, and it is a popular spot visited by many people from inside and outside the prefecture. ・Yashagami Pass A mountain pass at the southern end of the Houou Sanzan in the Southern Alps, offering spectacular views of the Southern Alps. It can be climbed in about 1 hour, so it is recommended for family climbing. ◇Specialty products and gourmet foods of Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture◇ Minami-Alps City is also known for its rich fruit production, including cherries, plums, peaches, grapes, oysters, Kiwi fruits, and Shine Muscat. During the season when these fruits are in season, you can enjoy fruit picking at the orchards in Minami-Alps City. In particular, cherry picking and Shine Muscat harvesting experiences are very popular with families and couples. These fruits are also popular as thank-you gifts for Furusato Nozei. ◇Abundant nature and hot springs in Minami-Alps City◇ Minami-Alps City is blessed with abundant hot spring resources as well as seasonal nature. There are many hot spring facilities in Minami-Alps City, and we meet a wide range of needs, from hot springs that can be enjoyed on a day trip to hotels and inns. Please spend time refreshing your body and mind in the hot spring. The Minami-Alps City of Yamanashi Prefecture is full of charms that will be remembered by people who visit it, such as abundant nature and delicious Specialty Products We look forward to welcoming you to Minami-Alps City. COOL JAPAN VIDEOS will provide you with recommendations for Minami-Alps City, so please look forward to it!