Ise City has many spots where you can see seasonal flowers, including cherry blossom viewing spots such as Oyanezakura, a designated natural monument of Ise City.Ise also has festivals that coincide with the blooming seasons, and you can enjoy seasonal flowers at events such as the Miyagawa Cherry Blossom Festival and the Rikyuin Park Plum Festival.In the seasonal flower feature, we will introduce you to the best times to see cherry blossoms, hydrangea, sunflowers, plum blossoms, etc., as well as popular sights and hidden cherry blossom viewing spots!
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There are many famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Ise City, including the famous Miyagawadai Cherry Blossoms.In the seasonal flower feature, we introduce famous cherry blossom spots in Ise City that locals know about, as well as cherry blossom spots near tourist spots.When Ise City's cherry blossoms are in full bloom, there are spots that hold festivals and events, and many locals enjoy cherry blossom viewing.We will provide detailed information on the types of cherry blossoms at each spot and their blooming times.
Miyagawadai, located about 7 minutes by car from JR Ise City Station, is located along the Miyagawa River, a first-class river that flows through Ise City, and is the best cherry blossom viewing spot in Ise City.
The cherry blossoms planted over an area of about 1km are also called ``Hitome Senbon'' and have been selected as one of the ``100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan.''
The cherry blossoms of Miyagawadai, which attract many cherry blossom viewing visitors every year, bloom around mid-March and can be enjoyed until early April, depending on the weather.During the peak blooming season, stalls and illuminations are held, and tarpaulins are spread out on the wide lawn, which is crowded with many cherry blossom viewing visitors every year.Miyagawa Tsutsumi is also a famous spot for cherry blossom viewing that is loved by many photographers, as it has many photo spots.
Miyagawadai's nighttime illumination, which begins around the time the cherry blossoms bloom in mid-March, is a popular nighttime cherry blossom spot with fewer people than during the day.
The atmosphere changes from the refreshing cherry blossoms in the daytime, and the illuminated cherry blossoms become even more beautiful and enchanting to visitors.There are food stalls and you can enjoy the lively festival atmosphere.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Cherry blossoms (Somei Yoshino cherry tree, wild cherry tree)
| Place | Nakajima 2-chome, Ise City |
| Access | ◆Train Approximately 15 minutes walk from JR Yamada-Kamiguchi Station About 20 minutes on foot from Kintetsu Miyamachi Station ◆Bus Immediately get off at Mie Kotsu bus “Wataibashi” ◆Car Approximately 5km from Ise Nishi IC towards Geku/Matsusaka |
| Parking | Yes (150 units/free) |
Mt. Otonashi, located in Futami-cho, Ise City, is famous for Meoto Iwa, and is loved by both locals and tourists as a mountain with an altitude of 119.8 meters, a promenade, an observation deck, and a panoramic view of Ise Bay.In fact, Mt. Otonashi is also a famous cherry blossom viewing spot.
The scenery is beautiful with about 2000 cherry blossom trees covering the mountains, and it is also a scenic spot where you can see Ise Bay and cherry blossoms together.On a clear day, you can even see the Atsumi Peninsula and Mt. Fuji!There is also a hiking course, so we recommend taking a walk while looking at the rows of cherry blossom trees.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Cherry blossoms
| Place | Futami-cho E, Ise City, Mie Prefecture. XNUMX-XNUMX |
| Access | ◆Train Get off at JR Futamiura Station, 5 minutes walk to the park entrance, 20 minutes walk to the top ◆Bus 17 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Bus “Futami Sogo Shisho-mae” stop ◆Car 3 minutes from Ise Futami Toba Line/Futami JCT, close to Meoto Iwa |
| Parking | Yes (24 hours) |
There is a beautiful cherry blossom viewing spot along the Isuzu River that flows near the inner shrine of Ise Grand Shrine.The cherry blossoms planted in the Isuzu River along the road "Oharaimachi" from Uji Bridge in the inner shrine of Ise Jingu to Sarutahiko Shrine are green and natural with Mt. Asama and Mt. Kamiji in the background. It is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot that creates a beautiful scenery.
The Isuzu River Cherry Blossom Festival, which is held around the time when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, is also a popular event.There are various events held there, and the tree is also illuminated at night when it is in full bloom, so it is a must-see.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Cherry blossoms (Somei Yoshino, Weeping cherry)
| Place | Near Ujidate-cho and Ujiurata-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 26 minutes walk from Kintetsu Isuzugawa Station ◆Bus 3 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu bus "Jingu Kaikan-mae" stop ◆Car About 5 minutes from Ise Nishi IC on the Ise Expressway or Ise IC |
| Parking | Yes (municipal P/free for up to 1 hour, charged for more than 1 hour) |
The Oyanezakura, located in the Kyutoyomi Miyazaki Bunko, is a designated natural monument of Ise City and has been designated as the ``Tree of Ise City.''
Former Toyo Miyazaki Bunko is a facility built in the Edo period that combines elements of a library and an academic institute, and is designated as a national historic site.
Currently, the front gate and fence remain, and Oyanezakura blooms on the premises in spring.
Please enjoy the combination of two very valuable and rare cherry blossoms, the natural monument Oyanezakura (Oyanezakura).
In addition to Oyanezakura, about 30 Yoshino cherry trees are also planted.One of the characteristics of Oyanezakura is that it blooms earlier than Someiyoshino, and its color changes from white to pale pink.
Ise City is working to propagate Oyanezakura, and it can be seen on the Miyagawa River bank (on the main bank on the downstream side of the Dokai Bridge on the right bank of the Miyagawa River).
●Types of flowers that can be admired: (Yanezakura, Someiyoshino, Yamazakura)
| Place | 3-1 Okamoto, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 10 minutes walk from Kintetsu Ujiyamada Station ◆Bus 2 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Bus/Okage Bus "Meirin Elementary School" stop ◆Car Approximately 32 minutes from Ise Expressway Ise Nishi IC via Prefectural Route 5 |
| Parking | Yes (about 3 to 5 cars/free) *Only when the park is open due to flowering. |
Yokowazakura, a variety with beautiful large flowers that blooms in Yokowa, Ise City, which is surrounded by rich nature, is a precious cherry tree that can only be seen here in the country.Yokowa cherry blossoms have more petals per flower than Someiyoshino cherry trees, and are characterized by their darker petal colors.Yokowazakura, which increases the number of flowers each year, is a gorgeous cherry tree that you have never seen anywhere else.The ``Yokowa Cherry Blossom Festival'' is held during the peak viewing season, and during this period, ``Go no Megumi Furin'', a direct sales store in Yokowa Town that sells specialty and local products, is open every day.Please take a look at the Yokowa Cherry Blossoms, which can only be seen here in Japan.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Cherry blossoms (Yokowa cherry blossoms)
| Place | 586 Yokowa-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture (Go no Megumi “Wind Ring”) |
| Access | ◆Train No nearest station ◆Bus 1 minute walk from Numaki bus “Kazerin” stop ◆Car Approximately 19 minutes from Ise Expressway Tamaki IC via Sunny Road |
| Parking | will get |
The yellow color of rape blossoms makes you feel happy when you see the arrival of spring.It is a familiar flower that can be seen for a long period of time.We will introduce recommended spots and photo spots that you can see in Ise City.
There is a field of rape blossoms on the way to the Ise North-South Main Road, which is characterized by a grade-separated intersection, after crossing the Ise City Toyohama Ohashi Bridge towards Ise City Station. (Nearby intersection: Takamukai intersection, Misono-machi, Ise City, Mie Prefecture (south of Toyohama Ohashi Bridge)) Two railways run through Ise City: the Kintetsu Line and the JR Line.A field spreads out next to the railway that runs from Kintetsu Obata Station to Kintetsu Miyagawa Station, and rapeseed flowers begin to bloom around January.
The contrast between the clear blue sky of spring and the cheerful yellow color of rape blossoms is perfect for photography.It is also recommended to take photos in conjunction with railway vehicles.There is a lot of traffic in the area, so please be careful of vehicles.
*There are no parking lots nearby, so we recommend parking at a parking lot in Ise City or walking from JR Yamada-Kamiguchi Station.
● Types of flowers that can be admired: rape blossoms
| Place | Takamukai, Misono-cho, Ise-shi |
| Access | ◆Train 18 minutes walk from Kintetsu "Miyamachi" station 17 minutes walk from JR "Yamada Kamiguchi" station ◆Bus 1 minute walk from Okage Bus/Mie Kotsu Bus "Takamukai Kita" stop ◆Car About 38 minutes from Ise Expressway Tamaki IC via Prefectural Route 21 |
| Parking | No |
There are many types of hydrangeas that can be enjoyed during the rainy season.Even in rainy weather, hydrangeas bloom vigorously in large blooms and are very beautiful, and one of their great charms is that their color changes depending on the soil.We will introduce spots where you can enjoy hydrangeas in Ise City.
Folklore Station Somin is located on National Route 42, past Ise Futami Sea Paradise and on the way to Toba.
From May to June, many hydrangeas bloom on the grounds of the roadside station.Also, in the ``Futami Shobu Roman Forest'' on the premises, various types of hydrangeas such as ``Hydrangea'' and ``Gaku Hydrangea'' are blooming all over the place.There are many types of hydrangeas, so we recommend paying attention to the variety and enjoying them.
``Folklore Station Somin'' sells Ise Futami's specialties, souvenirs, and locally produced vegetables, and you can enjoy leisurely shopping at this roadside station that is popular among locals.There is a parking lot, so it is a recommended spot where you can take a leisurely view while taking a break from driving.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Hydrangeas (Hydrangea, Hydrangea, etc.)
| Place | 1335 Matsushita, Futami-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture. XNUMX-XNUMX |
| Access | ◆Train 7 minutes walk from JR Matsushita Station ◆Bus Immediately after getting off at Mie Kotsu CAN bus "Minwa no Eki Somin-mae" ◆Car Approximately 42 minutes from Ise Futami Toba Line Futami JCT via National Route 4 |
| Parking | Yes (approx. 40 cars/free) |
The prefectural flower of Mie Prefecture, the iris, blooms from early summer (around late May) and delights with its rich colors of white, purple, and light purple.The elegant and delicate appearance captivates the viewers.We will introduce recommended irises in Ise City.
At Futami Shobu Roman Forest, which is adjacent to Folklore Station Somin in Futami-cho, Ise City, irises bloom all over the place in June, when you can feel the rainy season and early summer breeze.The sight of approximately 6 irises spread out over a vast site of approximately 1 hectare is a sight to behold. ``Futami Shobu Roman Forest'' has a small stream running through it, and is surrounded by mountains and nature, making it a very soothing place.Please come and experience the unique scenery of early summer (iris, hydrangea, etc.) that can only be seen at this location.
● Types of flowers that can be admired: Iris (iris)
| Place | 1163 Matsushita, Futami-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 7 minutes walk from JR Matsushita Station ◆Bus Immediately after getting off at Mie Kotsu CAN bus "Minwa no Eki Somin-mae" ◆Car Approximately 42 minutes from Ise Futami Toba Line Futami JCT via National Route 4 |
| Parking | Available (approx. 40 cars/free) *Folklore Station Somin |
Magatama Pond, located in the inner garden of Ise Grand Shrine's Geku, is also a spot where you can see irises that bloom beautifully from May to June.There is a garden on the north side of Magatama Pond, which was named for its resemblance to the shape of a magatama, and during the peak viewing season, irises (iris) spread all over the pond.The season when the red stage floating on Magatama Pond and the purple and white irises are in full bloom creates a quaint and elegant atmosphere.
*The Iris Garden is open from 8:4 a.m. to 4:XNUMX p.m. (gates close at XNUMX:XNUMX p.m.)
● Types of flowers that can be admired: Iris (iris)
| Place | 279 Toyokawa-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 5 minutes walk from Kintetsu Iseshi Station ◆Bus 1 minute walk from Geku-mae bus stop on Mie Kotsu bus ◆Car Approximately 5 minutes from Ise Expressway Ise IC |
| Parking | will get |
Lotus flowers sprout flower stalks during the rainy season, and in July, they bloom with dignity and strength facing the sun.What is surprisingly little known is that the flowers only bloom in the early morning (7am to 7am).The flowers close around noon, so we recommend visiting in the morning.
It is also recommended to go for a morning walk when there are fewer crowds.
It is said that there are approximately 42 lotus flowers in the pond that spreads out in the Futami Shobu Roman Forest along National Route 3 (towards Toba).In the garden, flower stems begin to grow from around June, and in July you can see large pink lotus flowers.
The best time to see them is mid-July, when you can feel the vitality of the large, beautiful petals and the strength of the stems.Also, the lotus blooms only in the morning, so we recommend viewing it during your morning walk.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Lotus
| Place | 1163 Matsushita, Futami-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 7 minutes walk from JR Matsushita Station ◆Bus Immediately after getting off at Mie Kotsu CAN bus "Minwa no Eki Somin-mae" ◆Car Approximately 42 minutes from Ise Futami Toba Line Futami JCT via National Route 4 |
| Parking | Available (approx. 40 cars/free) *Folklore Station Somin |
The flowering period of sunflowers is from July to August.Sunflowers, which bloom large yellow flowers at the tips of long, long stems, are one of the typical flowers of summer.Where are the sunflower fields that you often see on social media?We will introduce recommended sunflower spots in Ise City, where many people are looking for photogenic spots.
There is a sunflower field at "Dime Farm" (behind Komeda Coffee Ueji store parking lot) in Kamiji-cho, Ise City.It is a lively spot where many people visit during the peak bloom season.We cultivate short varieties so that even small children can enjoy them, and they turn yellow by mid-July.The ``face panel'' in the field is also a popular photo spot.There is also a parking lot, so you can take your family with you and enjoy the show.There are many restaurants nearby, and since it is along Prefectural Route 7, it is a recommended spot with good access and easy to stop by.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Sunflowers
| Place | 4465-1 Kamichicho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 18 minutes walk from Kintetsu Miyamachi Station ◆Bus 1 minute walk from Mie Kotsu bus “Hata” stop ◆Car Approximately 37 minutes from Ise Expressway Ise Nishi IC via Prefectural Route 19 |
| Parking | will get |
As autumn deepens, we look forward to seeing the autumn leaves.Ise City is a rich land surrounded by nature.It is also the perfect season for sightseeing, as you can enjoy the sights of the changing seasons.We will introduce recommended spots for autumn leaves in Ise City.
Approximately 8 minutes by car from Ise City Station.If you go up the slope from the intersection of Kogakukan University and Jingu Bunko along the Miyuki Road towards Ise Grand Shrine's inner shrine, you will see the Jingu Chokokan.It is a popular spot for those who look forward to seeing the autumn leaves every year, with its beautiful Renaissance architecture and colorful autumn leaves.The surrounding area of Jingu Chokokan is surrounded by trees and is a mysterious location, so we recommend taking a leisurely stroll.In addition, the Chokokan and the adjacent Agricultural Hall/Art Museum have exhibits related to cultural assets, history, and art, so you can deepen your autumnal appreciation for art.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Autumn leaves (momiji), etc.
| Place | 1754-1 Kodakujimotocho, Ise City |
| Access | ◆Train 15 minutes walk from Kintetsu Isuzugawa Station ◆Bus 3 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu bus "Chokokan-mae" stop ◆Car Approximately 37 minutes from Ise Expressway Ise IC via Prefectural Route 8 |
| Parking | Yes (43 spaces/free) *Common with art museum and agricultural museum |
Plum blossoms bloom from late January to late April.There are many spots to see plum blossoms in Ise City, but I would like to introduce a spot where you can see the rare plum blossoms called "Garyubai".The best time to see Garyu plum is from February to March.Please take a look at the best time to see the plum blossoms and information about the plum festival.
Garyubai Park, located in Shinkai, Misono-cho, Ise City, can be found by heading towards Toba on National Route 23, turning left at the intersection (Shinkai Kita), and turning left at the first traffic light.
The ``Garyubai'' that you can admire is designated as a natural monument by Ise City, and was named because it resembles a reclining dragon.It is said that it began when Michizane Sugawara, who was demoted to Dazaifu in Kyushu, had his vassals plant a tree at Ise Shrine to pray for his false accusations to be cleared. "Garyu plum" blooms later than other plums, and its red and white double flowers bloom in late February.During the blooming season, the ``Plum Festival'' is held, and the roads near the park are lined with ``Plum Festival'' banners.It is also called ``Zaronbai'' or ``Yabusa plum'', and after the flowers have fallen, many fruits appear on one flower in mid-April. You can see it.
●Types of flowers that can be admired: Garyubai
| Place | 405-1 Shinkai, Misonocho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train 35 minutes walk from Kintetsu Iseshi Station ◆Bus 3 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu Bus/Okage Bus "Shinkai" stop ◆Car Approximately 23 minutes from Ise Expressway Ise IC via National Route 10 |
| Parking | will get |
The remains of Rikyuin, the lodging where Saio stopped on his way to Ise Grand Shrine, can be seen right in front of you as you exit from the south exit of JR Miyagawa Station.
The ruins of the Imperial Palace are a nationally designated cultural property, and the adjacent park is a spot where you can admire about 30 weeping plum trees on the lawn.
It is a hidden spot where you can feel the early arrival of spring with the scent of plum blossoms and the sight of white, pink, and red plum blossoms floating against the blue sky. White flowers start blooming from late February, and food stalls are set up all over the area.
Also, when the sun sets, it is lit up and you can enjoy a fantastic scenery.
● Types of flowers that can be admired: Plum (weeping plum)
| Place | 1446-1 Honmachi, Omata-cho, Ise City, Mie Prefecture |
| Access | ◆Train Immediately after getting off at Miyagawa Station on the JR Sangu Line ◆Bus 3 minutes walk from Mie Kotsu bus "Miyagawa Ekimae" stop ◆Car Approximately 10 minutes from Ise Expressway "Tamaki" IC |
| Parking | will get |
