新媒网 · 跨境数据社区

[Spring is Right Around the Corner—Go and Visit 4 Stunning Plum Blossom Spots! 🌸 : Central Japan] The plum blossom is among the first flowers to bloom. It signals the arrival of spring even in the cold. Depending on the weather, the blooming period in Central Japan ranges from early February to late March. Below, we’ve highlighted four must-visit plum blossom spots in the region—the perfect addition to your travel list! 📌 𝗦𝘂𝘇𝘂𝗸𝗮 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻 (𝗠𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲) Suzuka Forest Garden aims to preserve and promote the skill of cultivating weeping plums, particularly the Kureha Shidare variety. Over the years, approximately 200 plum trees of various species were gathered from across Japan, including the remarkable Ten-no-Ryu—believed to be the oldest Kureha Shidare, estimated to be over 100 years old. Set against the backdrop of the Suzuka Mountain Range, the rows of plum trees create a breathtaking sight. During the blooming season, the garden also offers nighttime illuminations, enhancing the magical atmosphere. 🔎 Official Website: https://www.akatsuka.gr.jp/group/suzuka/en/ 📍Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mRQ1W7KqSJ5H5PGF6 ✈️ Directions: Take a train from the airport to Nagoya Station (about 30 minutes). At Nagoya Station, take a train to JR Yokkaichi Station (about 45 minutes). During the Shidare Ume Festival, a special bus service is available from JR Yokkaichi Station (approx. 40 min.) every year. 📌 𝗬𝘂𝗸𝗶 𝗦𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗲 (𝗠𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲) Yuki Shrine, dedicated to the samurai Yuki Munehiro, is a historic site long known as Yuki-no-Mori. The sacred garden features around 300 weeping plum trees, along with a variety of plum and camellia trees. When in full bloom, the diversity of the plum blossoms, the shrine, and its torii gate create a quintessentially Japanese scene captivating visitors. 🔎 Introduction Website: https://www.kankomie.or.jp/spot/2924?wovn=en 📍Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DDwnVTXzMMnBbs5G6 ✈️Directions: Take a high-speed ferry from the airport to Tsu Nagisamachi (about 45 minutes). Then, take a bus to Tsu Station (about 10 minutes), transfer to the Mukumoto Line bus, and get off at Yuki Jinja-mae (about 20 minutes). 📌 𝗜𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗣𝗹𝘂𝗺 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 (𝗠𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲) The Inabe City Agricultural Park Plum Grove spans an impressive 38 hectares, featuring approximately 4,000 plum trees from 100 varieties, making it the largest plum garden in the region. Set against the picturesque Suzuka Mountain Range, the vibrant red, white, and pink blossoms create a spectacular and colorful view. The park is ideal for a relaxing walk or a picnic while admiring the stunning plum blossoms. 🔎 Introduction Website: https://www.kankomie.or.jp/spot/8358?wovn=en 📍Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Zphg6qC6MCXPMgTs6 ✈️Directions: Take a direct train from the airport to Nagoya Station (about 30 minutes). Transfer to the Kintetsu Nagoya Line and travel to Nishi-Kuwana Station (about 20 minutes). Then, transfer to the Sangi Railway Hokusei Line at Nishi-Kuwana Station and get off at Ageki Station (about 1 hour). Finally, take a taxi for about 20 minutes. 📸 Image Credit: Green Creative Inabe: https://trip.inabe-gci.jp Photographer: Takahide Urata https://www.instagram.com/ura_tka/ 📌 𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘆𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗔𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 (𝗡𝗮𝗴𝗼𝘆𝗮 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆) At dela Farm, see around 700 weeping plum trees of 12 varieties. It is one of the largest collections in Japan, and better yet you can see it all for free. It’s also an agricultural park themed around vegetables and livestock. The park has attractions like a petting zoo and a BBQ area, with plenty of activities to enjoy after viewing the plum blossoms. 🔎 Introduction Website: https://www.aichi-now.jp/en/spots/detail/2037/ 📍 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/t7Tj2YNFEQiptdSJ9 ✈️Directions: Take a train from the airport to Nagoya Station (about 30 minutes). At Nagoya Station, transfer to the subway and ride the Tsurumai line to Hirabari Station (about 35 minutes), then walk for 20 minutes. *Official website schedules are being updated.