This photo was taken at the wind chime festival in Ofusa Kannon, Nara Prefecture. The wind chimes ringing in the summer breeze seemed to make me forget the sun and sweat.

Ume Plum Koan We are the only smoked plum manufacturer in Japan that continues to make smoked plums without changing the manufacturing method handed down to Nara Tsukigase about 700 years ago. Smoked plum is a processing of Ume plum fruit, which was introduced to Nara as a medicine by the Sui and Tang envoys about 1,300 years ago. It was introduced to Tsukigase as a mordant for safflower dyeing during the Nanboku Dynasty about 700 years ago. From the late Edo period to the early Meiji period, it was peak season as a mordant for red for cosmetics, and as many as 400 smoked plum manufacturers and it, but the demand for smoked plum plummeted due to the invention of chemical dyes. In the early Showa period, there were only a few manufacturers, and after the end of the war, Ume Plum Koan became the sole manufacturer. At Ume Plum Koan, we Cultivation Ume Plum, Rice, vegetables, and food processing in a vast land area of 30,000 square Rice meters and a rich Nature full of greenery. This area, the Ume Plum of Tsukigase, was originally planted for the purpose of smoked plum cultivation, but the beauty of the Ume in full bloom shining on the Valleys of the Satsukigawa river and the river surface Fascination people, and it became the first scenic spot in Japan. During the Ume Plum Festival period from February ~ the end of March, you can Fun Meals and cherry blossom viewing at Our stores at the pier seats with a superb view of the scent of Ume Plums. In the sixth year of Reiwa, we built a new Nara Beni Workshop. It is a Japan building that incorporates Japan craftsmanship everywhere. You can experience safflower dyeing using smoked plum in a workshop where you can feel the delicate and advanced technology and Japan beauty. We hope that this experience will be an opportunity for you to rediscover the wonders of Japan culture. When you look at the colors of the Nature that change every day and the sea of clouds in the early morning that spreads across the Tsukigase Valleys, you feel as if you are in the Ume Plum Minamoto Township. Early Spring light, quiet fresh greenery, fruitful autumn and winter aroma. At that time, I work seasonally, and live in the harsh but warm Nature of Tsukigase.

Romantopia Tsukigase 〜Experience the seasons at Romantopia〜 Ume Plum Festival in Spring, Ume Plum Fruit Picking and Tea Picking Experience in Summer. Throughout the year, you can experience various experiences such as Pounding rice cakes and Tea making. ◇ RV Park 　Let's enjoy Romantopia Tsukigase in a campervan. 　In the wild mountains, which show various faces depending on the season, you can have an extraordinary experience. ◇ Tent night 　Why don't you stay in a tent and relax at Romantopia Tsukigase? 　In the wild mountains, which show various faces depending on the season, you can have an extraordinary experience. ◇ Experiential learning 　Let's enjoy "I've never done it" at Romantopia Tsukigase. ◎ Pounding rice cakes experience 　You can enjoy freshly made rice cakes with a pestle and mortar. After the experience, you can eat on the spot and take the rest home.　 　18,000 yen / 1 mortar * Experience fee, tool fee, material fee (2 ma) Reception for 4 or more people　 ◎ Konjac making experience 　You can enjoy freshly made handmade konjac. After the experience, you can eat on the spot and take the rest home.　 　2,000 yen / 1 person * Experience fee, material cost included (1 kg of konjac potatoes for 10 pieces) 　* Additional consultations are accepted for 4 or more people. ◎ Tea picking and factory visiting the sites 　When the tea fields begin to sprout with the green of young leaves, it is the Traditional Japanese straw raincoat season. Take home a pack of roasts.　 　1,500 yen / 1 person ※ Experience, Visiting the site, souvenir fee [Experience Period] Mid-May ~ October (Contents vary depending on the Period) ◎ Hand fir tea making / black tea making 　Hand fir tea making / black tea making on a hot plate. Tea made can be taken home. 　2,500 yen / 1 person ※ Experience, Visiting the site, souvenir fee [Experience Period] Mid-May ~ October (Contents vary depending on the Period) ◎ Miso making experience 　Experience the entire process of making miso. Take the miso you made home. 　8,000 yen / 1 person ※ Experience fee, material cost, take-out container fee [Experience period] January 10th ~ mid-February ◎ Matcha experience 　Coming soon 　*Consultation required ◆Romantopia Tsukigase◆ 707-10 Tsukigase Nagahiki, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Available only on opening days (Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays) 9:00 ~ 17:00 0743-92-0810

~A special time streams in Biharuso~ Iga's best traditional Japanese restaurant Mr. Chubei Soga of "Tomochu" A building built with elegance Showa 45 In this scenic spot Most of the things that were relocated as they were. It is the current "Biharuso Annex" Away from everyday life Inside the quaint building Time slows down Slowly stream Also this Annex built at the top of the Valleys The scenery that spreads all over is just "Scenic" What you get in such an Annex is Making the most of the umami of the ingredients For miso soup stock Shiitake mushrooms and vegetables from Tsukigase The owner used Wild boar meat. "Specialties Botan Nabe" Smell is not bad at all. Loved by men and women of all ages Popular Gastronomical delicacies By all means, at least once this Buildings, Scenery, Cuisine I want you to enjoy a blissful time Biharuso Nara City Tsukigase Oyama 78-2

Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen welcome Located in the northeastern part of Nara Prefecture, on the border between Kyoto and Mie Prefectures, Rich in nature, you can enjoy "Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen" in Tsukigase, Nara City. The beautiful scenery of Tsukigase, lined with Plum trees in Spring, was designated as Japan's first scenic spot in 1922. It is a simple Hot Spring in the mountains where you can spend a relaxing time such as an open-air bath, indoor bath, Sauna, and meal while looking at the scenery of the four seasons. It was reopened on February 1, 2014 (Heisei 26), and a new "open-air bath with a view" has appeared. Enjoy the relaxing space and time rich in Rich in nature, Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen. Information on business hours and bathing fees ・Hot spring 10:30-20:30 (Reception closes at 20:00) ・Ume Kokoro 11:00-20:30 (20:00 order stop) ・Interactive market 9:00-17:00 * When taking a bath, please purchase a bathing ticket at the ticket vending machine next to the bandai. If you have a discount ticket or coupon, please bring it to the bandai along with the bathing ticket. We will refund the discount amount. Adult (junior high school students and older): 700 yen Children (elementary school students): 350 yen Children under elementary school age: Free of charge Silver (over 65 years old) ・・ 100 yen discount (certificate required) People with Persons with disabilities (Adult): 250 yen discount (certificate required) People with Persons with disabilities (children): 100 yen discount (certificate required) * The discount amount will be refunded only to those who present the certificate at the stand. * If you do not present the certificate, you will not be able to get a discount. * Discount processing after bathing is not possible *Click here for details. Discount coupons Adult (12 photos) ・・ 7000 yen Child (12 sheets) ・・ 3500 yen Bathing towel: 110 yen (sold) Bath towel ・・ 350 yen (sold) * Towels are for sale, so you can take them home. Beard razor: 150 yen Toothbrush: 50 yen Hair brush: 100 yen Hair cap: 50 yen Shampoo, conditioner and body soap (free of charge) ・ At the hotel, we strictly prohibit bathing for people with tattoos* * Regardless of tattoos, tattoos, stickers, or paints ・Please refrain from bringing food and drinks into the Inside the Museum ・ Use by those who are under the influence of alcohol is prohibited ・Please take care of all your belongings by yourself ・When Use, please be sure to follow the instructions of the staff ・We ask for your cooperation so that you can Use comfortably. Footbath facilities: I'm sorry, I'm currently Closed "Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen" gift card is now on sale! You can Use at Tsukigase Hot Spring and interactive market On sale for 600 yen per piece! Use for gifts and gifts 《Efforts to prevent the spread of new coronavirus infection》 Thank you very much for Use There is a Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen Implementation the following measures to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Implementation of enhanced cleaning with alcohol disinfectant in Inside the Museum 　Implementation of the shared areas of the Inside the Museum that are Used by an unspecified number of people are regularly wiped and disinfected with alcohol disinfectant. 《About Employee Staff》 ・ In consideration of the safety and hygiene of our customers, we are wearing masks during Open for business. ・Before business, we strive to check the physical condition of our employees and staff. ・Employees and staff are striving to wash their hands and disinfect their fingers even during Open for business. ・ Implementation of cash is carried out in trays. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.　　　　　

2024 (Reiwa 6)Tsukigase Bumekei Ume Plum Festival Competition Photos Gold Prize Nobuko Naka Village "Tsukigase Wanpao" It will be a poster for next year's Tsukigase Bumekei Ume Plum Festival! This year, we Restrooms available many applications! We look forward to seeing you again next year many Tsukigase Tourist Association many applications!

Nice to meet you all and welcome to COOL JAPAN VIDEOS! Tsukigase Tourist Association. Best regards for introducing the charm of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture! ◆◆◆ What is Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture? Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture (Tsukigase) is the easternmost region of Nara Prefecture, bordered by Kyoto Prefecture Minami Yamashiro Village to the north, Mie Prefecture Iga City to the east, and Yamanobe County Yamazoe Village to the south. It has a population of about 1,200 people (as of April 2024) and has a quiet and calm atmosphere. One of the most famous plum blossom spots in Japan, during the season when the Plum blossoms is in full bloom, many tourists Visit. ◆◆◆ Access to Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ・Bus About 80 minutes from JR Nara Station to Tsukigase Plum Grove ・Automobile About 50 minutes from Nara to Tsukigase Plum Grove About 100 minutes from Kyoto to Tsukigase Plum Grove ◆◆◆ History of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Tsukigase has been known as a famous place for famous plum blossoms since ancient times. It is said that Plum trees was planted in the Shinpukuji Temple Precincts of the Oyama in 1205, and then in 1331, a woman in the emperor's entourage smoked the Plum Fruits, and smoked plum the many Ume Plum was planted Spread Tsukigase how to make "ubai". The beautiful landscape of Tsukigase's Plum trees was designated as Japan's first scenic spot in 1922. ◆◆◆ Popular Sightseeing spots in Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇Tsukigase Bumekei (Tsukigase Plum Grove) About 10,000 trees Plum blossoms along the Valleys of the Satsukigawa river beautifully dye it red and white. Plum blossoms are in full bloom from February to March every year, and you can see the stunning scenery. Ume Gorge is maintained with walking paths, and about 200,000 tourists enjoy the Plum blossoms every year. ◇Lake Tsukigase Lake Tsukigase is an artificial lake formed by the Takayama Dam, and you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the four seasons. Cherry blossoms in Spring, fresh greenery in summer, Autumn leaves in autumn, snowy scenery in winter, and Worth visiting all year round Hiking courses are also maintenance in the surrounding area, where you can enjoy Hiking and Cycling. ◇Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen Ume no Sato Tsukigase Onsen is a Hot Spring facilities surrounded by beautiful Nature of Tsukigase. From the Hot Spring, you can see the scenery of the four seasons, especially the beautiful scenery of the Plum trees blooming in Spring, which was designated as the first scenic spot in Japan. From the open-air bath, you can overlook the Iga Basin and spend a luxurious time. Ume Kokoro Restaurant serves dishes made with local ingredients. ◇Tsukigase Onsen Fureai Ichiba The Interactive Market is a Direct sales shop where you can find Fresh Local Agricultural Products and Specialty Products. Tsukigase's Specialty Products, Yamato tea and umeboshi, are popular. It is a recommended spot to look for Souvenirs of Tsukigase sightseeing. ◇Romantopia Tsukigase Romantopia Tsukigase is a comprehensive facility where you can fully enjoy the Nature of Tsukigase. maintained campsites and Barbecue facilities, it is ideal for Use in Families and group. You can also enjoy tea picking, hand-rubbing tea, konjac making, Pounding rice cakes, Tea making experiences, and traditional craft Tradition classes. ◇Lakeside Village Tsukigase The Lakeside Village Tsukigase is a tourist facilities surrounded by majestic Nature, and Events such as Ume Plum Festival, cherry blossom Festival, New Tea Festival, maple Festival, and jumbo pumpkin Festival are Held in throughout the year. Fresh Local produce can be purchased at the Direct sales. Popular at the Shokudo, the "daily set meal" that focuses on local vegetables and handmade dishes is very popular. ◆◆◆ Events and Festivals in Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇Tsukigase Ume Festival The Tsukigase Ume Festival, Held in every year from February to March at Tsukigase Bumekei, is a major Events visited by many tourists. Events are held in various places The first Tsukigase Plum Museum. Enjoy about 10,000 bright red and white plum trees. ◆◆◆ Specialty products of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture ◇ Yamato tea Tsukigase has long been known as a famous production area of Yamato tea. Yamato tea made in the Yamato Highlands at an Elevation of 400 Meters has a refreshing flavor and good aroma. ◇Umeboshi There are many Processed Ume Products Restrooms available in the Tsukigase, such as "Ume Plum Shiso Rolls", "Ume chocolate", and "Ume syrup" using Tsukigase Ume Plum. Among them, Tsukigase's umeboshi is said to be rich in flavor and good for health, and has been loved by many people since ancient times. ◆◆◆Tourist Information of Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture Tsukigase, Nara City, Nara Prefecture is a region colored by beautiful nature and rich history. In particular, the beautiful Ume in full bloom in the Spring season is a superb view that many people should see. We will send out special offers on Tsukigase sightseeing in Nara City, Nara Prefecture on COOL JAPAN VIDEOS, so please follow us! Photo courtesy of Yasunori Okamoto

Foreigners also ride bicycles around the World Heritage Site. The three-storied pagoda of Yakushiji can be seen from the Nishinokyo area, so you can ride a bicycle around it.

Yakushiji Temple in Nara has a history of 1300 years. There is something deeply moving about it when you think that it was shining against the full moon even at that time.

I took a picture of the Kondo hall of Toshodai-ji Temple, which is known for its tenpei paintings. The way the tiles of the large roof are neatly roofed makes you feel the commitment of the craftsmen of the Tenpei period even today, which is truly Cool Japan.

In Odaigahara in Nara Prefecture, you will be able to see the flowers of white palm and red palm, which are members of the azalea family, from around the end of this month.

Every year on January 14th, the "Demon Run" held at the Buddha Hall of Nenbutsuji Temple in Gojo City, Nara Prefecture, is a fire festival that prays for good luck in disaster prevention. This event, which has been going on for about 500 years since the Muromachi period, has been designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Assets of Japan.

Tsubosaka-dera Temple where you can enjoy the four seasons. Spring, of course, cherry blossoms are in full bloom. However, it is not ? blessed with very sunny weather Takaichi-gun, Nara Tsubosaka-dera Temple

"Flower Temple" Choukokuji Temple Sakurai City, Nara Choukokuji Temple

The rice paddies in Totsugawa Village, Nara Prefecture, are planted around Golden Week every year. Rice fields at high Elevation, you can also say "rice fields in the sky"!　By the way, the cobblestone road on the side of the rice field leads to the Kumano Hongu Taisha Shrine and is recognized as a World Cultural Heritage Site.

It is "Mifune Falls" in Kawakami Village, Nara Prefecture. It is famous for its icefalls in winter, but I think the fresh green season is also wonderful.

This photo was taken when I participated in the 50th Osaka Prefecture Challenge Mountaineering Tournament held on Sunday, April 14. Luckily, it was a sunny day, and it was a cherry blossom view that I encountered when I passed through the Mizukoshi Pass from Mt. Yamato Katsuragi to Mt. Kongo. After all, I pressed the shutter while thinking that the blue sky would look good on the cherry blossoms, and I personally think it is one of the convincing photos.

This is also a photo of the Uda River cherry blossom trees in Uda City, Nara Prefecture. Red bonbori are lined up along the river, and the contrast of red mixed with light pink is very cute and recommended.

Choukokuji Temple 2024 Spring In addition to enjoying cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in autumn, it is a wonderful temple where you can enjoy hydrangeas in the coming season. Sakurai City, Nara Choukokuji Temple

Uda River cherry blossom trees in Uda City, Nara Prefecture. Not only the cherry blossoms, but also the bright grass was a road that looked great with the cherry blossoms. Although it is not in the photo, it is a very cute and beautiful place with a view of red bonbori lined up in full bloom cherry blossoms.