[Gunma Prefecture ]3 places to see hydrangeas that beautifully color the rainy season, as well as nearby food and sightseeing spots.
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2023-07-07
Hydrangeas are in full bloom around the beginning of the rainy season.
It is a beautiful flower that comes in various shades depending on the quality of the soil, such as pale blue, purple, or reddish purple.
There are many places of interest in Gunma Prefecture, and many people visit every year.
In this issue, we have compiled a list of some of the best places to see the hydrangea.
Why not go out and see the flowers in bloom during the short summer months?
It is a beautiful flower that comes in various shades depending on the quality of the soil, such as pale blue, purple, or reddish purple.
There are many places of interest in Gunma Prefecture, and many people visit every year.
In this issue, we have compiled a list of some of the best places to see the hydrangea.
Why not go out and see the flowers in bloom during the short summer months?
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Shimonida Hydrangea Garden
This spot is located in Shimonita Town, which is famous for its green onions.
Approximately 20,000 hydrangeas are planted in a vast area of about 3 hectares.
Then there are the 1,200 or so Salisbury trees.
When the time of year comes, the land is filled with hydrangeas, which are very spectacular.
It is also beautiful to see the flowers closing as if passing the baton to the sarsaparilla, which flowers from summer to fall.
The spot is located on the slope of a small mountain, so please wear comfortable clothes when visiting.
Also, please be careful with your footing as there are ups and downs.
"Spot Information "
Spot name: Shimonita Hydrangea Garden
Address: In Umayama district, Shimonita-cho, Amaraku-gun, Gunma 370-2603
Access: 3 minutes by car from Shimonita IC
Phone number (inquiry): 0274-67-7500
Hours of operation: 9:00 - around 17:00
Budget: Cooperation fee (admission fee) Adults including junior high school students \300
Elementary school students \100
Free for children under elementary school age
Facilities：Parking lot available (free of charge)
URL：http://kanko.shimonita.jp/sightseeing/jp/677
Recommended nearby sightseeing spots "Makita Fudo no Taki Waterfall (Makita Fudo Falls) "
It is located approximately 1.8 kilometers from Shimonita Hydrangea Garden.
The drop-off is about 40 to 50 meters.
After walking up and down the ups and downs, I recommend viewing the waterfall to cool down moderately.
On a fine day, why not enjoy it with hydrangeas?
It is possible to drive in to the area around the waterfall, albeit on a fairly narrow mountain road.
Please be careful on your way there and back.
"Spot Information "
Spot name: Makita Fudo Falls
Address: Umayama, Shimonita-cho, Amaraku-gun, Gunma 370-2603
Access: 15 minutes by car from Shimonita IC
Recommended nearby gourmet spots "Roadside Station Shimonita "
This one is also about 1.8 km from Shimonita Hydrangea Garden.
This roadside station is surrounded by a mountain range rich in nature.
I recommend here "soft serve ice cream "and "Kozu Jersey milk pudding "from the local, Kozu Ranch.
Both have an irresistible taste of rich milk.
In addition, dishes using Shimonita's leeks and konnyaku are also popular.
Souvenirs include wild boar (a cross between a wild boar and a pig) meat.
"Store Information "
Name: Roadside Station Shimonita
Address: 3766-11, Umayama, Shimonita-cho, Amaraku-gun, Gunma 370-2603
Access: 10 minutes by car from Shimonita IC
Phone number: 0274-67-7500
Business hours: 8:30-18:00
Closed: 2nd Tuesday (or the following Wednesday if the day falls on a national holiday)
Other holidays may be irregular.
Budget: 1,000
URL：https://michinoeki-shimonita.com/
Environmental System Ogikubo Park
"Ogikubo Park is located on the same site as Roadside Station Akagi no Megumi ".
The park's manicured lawns and athletic and other playground equipment make it a popular spot for fun and play.
It gives the impression of a place for families, couples, and friends to relax and unwind.
If it is not raining, it would be pleasant to eat outside with food purchased at the roadside station.
Ogikubo Park is home to 16,000 hydrangeas of 10 different species.
"You can see it by visiting a place called Hydrangea Hill ".
The sight of colorful hydrangeas blooming in the deep greenery is breathtaking.
From mid to late June, fireflies can be seen at night, making it a great spot to enjoy nature.
Although it is a great place for social networking, please be aware of the environment and rules regarding photography and other activities.
In addition, the "Hydrangea Festival "is usually held in mid to late June when the hydrangeas are at their best (the festival may be scaled down or cancelled in light of social conditions).
This is a very popular event with stalls and agricultural products for sale.
"Spot Information "
Spot name: Environmental System Ogikubo Park
Address: 530-1 Ogikubo-machi, Maebashi, Gunma 371-0001
Access: Akagi Taxi Demand Bus ", get off at Ainoyama no Yu ", 1 minute on foot
Nagai Unyu "Get off at Ogikubo Park ", 1 minute walk
Phone number: 027-269-0979
Hours of operation: No set hours
Management Center Rest Area 9:00-17:00
Budget: Free admission
Facilities: parking available, restrooms (multipurpose restroom available)
Recommended spots on the same site: "Ainoyama-no-Yu "
This hot spring facility is located on the same site as Ogikubo Park.
The spring water, which springs from 1,200 meters underground, is well known for its warming and moisturizing effect on the skin.
There are two indoor baths as well as an open-air bath where you can enjoy a relaxing hot spring bath.
It is also equipped with a Finnish-style sauna and other amenities.
In addition, there is a swimming pool and a simulation golf course, so that visitors can enjoy a full day here alone.
For meals, you can use "Japanese-style restaurant Tsubakiya "
A wide variety of set menus, noodles, and a la carte dishes.
There is also a children's menu, which is great for families.
BBQ courses are also available with advance reservations (2 people, 2 days in advance~).
You can enjoy it with nothing in hand, so why not consider it?
"Store Information "
Store Name：Ainoyama-no-Yu
Address: 530-1 Ogikubo-machi, Maebashi, Gunma 371-0001
Access: Akagi Taxi Demand Bus ", get off at Ainoyama-no-yu ", 1 minute on foot
Nagai Unyu "Get off at Ogikubo Park ", 1 minute walk
Phone number: 027-264-3030
Business hours: 11:00 - 20:00
Closed: Tuesday
Budget: Adults over junior high school up to 3 hours \520 Extension (no time limit) \150
Children from 3 years old to elementary school age \310 Extension \100
Over 65 years old \310 \150
Towel set (rental) 280
Please refer to the official website for other pricing.
Facilities: Hot springs (2 large and 2 small indoor baths, open-air), swimming pool (11:00-19:00), BBQ, glamping experience (reservation required)
URL：https://ainoyamanoyu.jp/
Recommended gourmet spots on the same site "Roadside Station Akagi no Megumi "
Right next to the famous hydrangea spot, "Roadside Station Akagi no Megumi "is also a must-stop spot.
The "soft-serve ice cream" of Kozu Ranch introduced at Michi no Eki Mamonita can be purchased here as well.
It is popular for its rich milk flavor and very tasty.
Please note that they are often sold out in the afternoon, especially on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Check out "Ajisai (味菜) ", which sells agricultural products directly to the public, for caramel popcorn and fresh vegetables.
In one corner of the facility, there is a space for eating soba, udon, and other light meals.
"Store Information "
Name: Roadside Station Akagi no Megumi
Address: 437-11 Ogikubo-machi, Maebashi, Gunma 371-0001
Access: Close to Prefectural Road No. 34 (Shibukawa-Ogo line)
Phone number: 027-288-0378
Business hours: 10:00-18:00
Closed: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month, Year-end and New Year holidays
Budget: 1,000
Facilities: Restaurant available, beverage vending machines available, restrooms available (priority restrooms for disabled persons available)
URL：https://www.maebashi-cvb.com/spot/3003
Onoike Hydrangea Park
Park surrounded by water and trees.
The reservoir called "Onoike" (now a fishing pond) and the water from the stream that flows into it are beautiful sights to behold.
During the hydrangea season, approximately 8,000 plants are in full bloom, making it a very spectacular sight.
Walking along the walking paths provided in the park, you can see the wonderful combination of hydrangeas and the "Hirasawa River "flowing along the side of the park.
For information on blooming, see Shibukawa City Tourist Information.
The "Hydrangea Festival "is usually held in late June or early July.
"Spot Information "
Name: Onoike Hydrangea Park
Address: 2979 Shibukawa, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0008
Directions:
Tel: 0279-22-2111 (Shibukawa City Construction Department, Urban Planning Division)
Business hours: not determined
Closed: No regular holidays
Budget: Free admission
Facilities：Parking lot available (free of charge, 6 spaces), slope in the park (assistance required), restrooms (wheelchair accessible)
URL：https://www.city.shibukawa.lg.jp/kankou/kankou/leisure/park/p000245.html
Nearby recommended sightseeing spots "Japan Chanson Museum "
The French song "chanson" is the Japanese equivalent of a song.
Here is the museum built by Mr. Hiroshi Ashino "Hiroshi Ashino ", who sang that chanson and started a huge movement.
It is said that this is the only museum in the world that deals with chansons.
In a Western-style building reminiscent of a corner of France, musical instruments, sheet music, and other materials are on display.
After visiting the museum, take a stroll through the garden with its roses and trees.
""The view of the garden, which is said to have been loved by Claude Monet ", a painter known for his water lilies ", is well worth seeing.
On weekends, concerts and other events are held, so it is recommended to visit for these events.
There is also a museum store where visitors can purchase goods directly imported from France and a café that looks like a Parisian street corner.
Enjoy the specialty menu "croissants "and other delicacies and spend a non-busy day.
"Spot Information "
Spot Name: Japan Chanson Museum
Address: 1277-1 Shibukawa, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0008
Access: 2-3 minutes by car from Shibukawa-Ikaho IC
Phone number: 0279-24-8686
Hours of operation: 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed: Wednesday
Budget: Adults over high school age \1,000
Elementary and junior high school students \500
Not yet enrolled in school No information
Facilities：Parking lot available (free of charge)
URL：https://www.chanson-museum.com/
Recommended nearby food spots "Ice World White Park "
The spot used to operate under the name "The Castle of Sweets ".
Currently, the restaurant is mainly open by reservation only.
A wide variety of dishes can be enjoyed in buffet style, including Gunma-grown ice cream.
It is a nice point to be able to savor your meal slowly without time limit.
The ice cream is sure to be a hot topic of conversation, as there are some unusual items, such as "Gunma miso" ice cream.
In addition to viewing and enjoying ice sculptures at the adjoining Ice World, hands-on events are also held.
All facilities require reservations, so please remember to contact us in advance (0279-23-4122).
"Store Information "
Name: Ice World White Park
Address: 1600-1 Ishihara, Shibukawa-shi, Gunma 377-0007
Access: From Shibukawa-Ikaho IC toward Ikaho Onsen
Phone number: 0279-23-4122
Hours: Restaurant 11:30-17:00
Ice World 10:00-16:00
Closed: Wednesday
Budget: Lunch buffet Junior high school student and older adult \2,500
Elementary school students \1,800
Kindergarten \1,000
Ice World Adults of junior high school age and older \1,000
Elementary school students \500
Not yet enrolled in school No information
Note: Reservations are required for both the restaurant and Ice World.
Call in advance (0279-23-4122)
URL：http://www.okashinoshiro.jp/index.html
summary
We have compiled a list of famous hydrangea viewing spots in Gunma Prefecture, as well as information on sightseeing and dining in the vicinity of each.
All of these spots have the largest number of trees planted in the prefecture.
Enjoy the beautiful flowers that bloom from the rainy season to the height of summer.
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