2020.04.01
Kyoto Prefecture, which is called the “old city”, is also said to be “the birthplace of Japanese culture”.
There is charm. This magazine offers seasonal charms such as sightseeing, arts and gourmet from Kyoto, the home of culture.
This year, when the “Reiwa first” cherry blossom season begins, the plum tree, which was the source of the new era from February, is in full bloom. This time, we will introduce you to some of the early cherry blossom spots that you can relax and enjoy at “Another Kyoto” outside the tourist season.
Ikimi-tenmangu Shrine, from early February to late March, various red-and-white plums such as early blooming, late blooming, double and single blooming are mixed, and the scent fills the grounds. Tenmangu Shrine is the oldest Tenmangu Shrine in Japan, which is the only one among the 12,000 shrines nationwide that has been dedicated to the festival God Michizane Sugawara since his lifetime.
Every March, Michizane’s memorial service, “Plum Flower Festival” is held. This year, on March 22, 2020 (Sunday), the Kagura Hall Completion Declaration Festival will be held again.
Fifteen companies are enshrined on the grounds of Mt. Tenjin, including Itsukushima Shrine, a prayer for beauty, and the founder of this shrine, Genzo Takebe, which is depicted in the three major Kabuki in Japan, “Sugawara Den-teki-shukan”.
Best time of year: mid-February to late March
Address: 1-67 Misono-cho, Sonobe-cho, Nantan-shi, Kyoto
＞Official site
Passed plums are awarded free of charge to those who receive prayers and other talismans. The plums harvested in the precinct plum orchards are pickled in traditional handmade style, and prayers and pursuits of the wish for fulfillment are performed. It is popular if you eat and pass the test. (Limited quantity)
In recent years, technology has been continually evolving in the travel industry, and it is expected that various travel apps will continue to attract attention.
In the wake of the 2020 broadcast NHK taiga drama “ Kirin ga Kuru ”, 14 municipalities and other municipalities in Kyoto Prefecture and other territories that are connected to Sengoku commander Aki Mitsuhide have partnered with LINE Co., Ltd. Jointly developed “Akechi Mitsuhide AI” that can be used for conversations.
“Akechi Mitsuhide AI” sends a message on LINE, analyzes the user’s conversation, and AI automatically answers it. In addition to knowing the historical background of the time, sightseeing information related to the places related to the city, etc., it also has functions such as introducing events in each area and solving mysteries.
【Akechi Mitsuhide AI】
＞Akechi Mitsuhide AI Council Official Site
* 14 local governments: Fukuchiyama, Kyoto, Kameoka, Kyoto, Nantan, Kyoto, Kyotango, Kyoto, Kyoto, Nagaokakyo, Kyoto, Kani, Gifu, Gifu, Gifu, Toki, Gifu , Gifu Prefecture Ena City, Shiga Prefecture, Shiga Prefecture Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture Omi Hachiman City, Fukui Prefecture
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On 1 April 2025, the coarse-ground buckwheat noodles and satoyama cuisine restaurant SATORI opened in Ujigawa, Kyoto.
“Sakuraku.” Summer gift “Red sun” Sake and tomato juice
“The SG Shochu KOME / IMO / MUGI”, a project that opens up the potential of Japanese spirits and shochu to the world
[Patisserie Rakkansha] Popular Rakkansan Butter Sandwich “Sakura” will be renewed in February.
Limited to 500 pieces of rice bran “Banshu Handmade Miso” fermented by natural brewing
Started sales of Chobei Imo (Taro), which overcame the flood caused by typhoon 19, which caused severe damage
Nara
Countrywide
Kagawa
Kyoto
Countrywide
CASA stella, a new cultural tourism facility for Gifu wagasa and Gifu lanterns, opens.
Gifu
[Kai Kinugawa] ‘Hanami onsen stay’ to enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a hot spring or on a special terrace surrounded by about 30 Someiyoshino cherry trees.
Tochigi
A one-day plan to enjoy seasonal bamboo shoots and wisteria is now available.
Fukuoka
[kagari kisshotei ]Local gourmet & hot springs tour accommodation plan starts in April
Ishikawa
The recommended accommodation plans for the autumn leaf season in Oku Daisen.
Tottori
Afternoon tea at Kyoto Tokyu Hotel, using luxurious ‘Gion Tsujiri matcha’ from 7 May to 30 June 2025.
2025.04.18
Edo faceting brand Shiina Faceting, which has also opened a new showroom, releases a new series.
2025.04.16
Grand opening of the Japanese sweets shop Nikko Monaka on 15 March 2025, featuring monaka with three monkey motifs and strawberries from the prefecture.
2025.04.14
[JOMON]New tableware products from the Jomon goods specialist.
2025.04.11
Start of offering ‘Shinmijizai, Spring’ kaiseki cuisine in the beautiful springtime of Oku-Arashiyama.
2025.04.09
CASA stella, a new cultural tourism facility for Gifu wagasa and Gifu lanterns, opens.
2025.04.07
Kyoto
Ohanami
SAKURA
Event
Since its inception in 1989, the “Heian Shrine Red Shidare Concert” has evolved throughout the Heisei era. In 2025, the concert will be held for five days from Wednesday, April 2 to Sunday, April 6.
Tokyo
Art
Event
Due to the popularity of the exhibition “Daikakuji Temple, Former Saga Palace: New Flowers and Paintings Related to the Palace,” which will be held at the Heiseikan of the Tokyo National Museum from Tuesday, January 21, 2025, the museum will be open at night. In addition, from Tuesday, February 18, a limited-edition novelty gift will be distributed to visitors who purchase exhibition merchandise for 4,000 yen or more, including tax.
Shiga
Travel
Event
Culture
The resort hotel ‘KYUKAMURA OHMI-HACHIMAN’, located on the eastern shore of Lake Biwa in Shiga Prefecture, in Omi Hachiman City, known for its Omi merchants and Azuchi Castle, is inviting participants to join the ‘Biwaichi’ bus tour, which immerses them in the historical romance of Shiga Prefecture, which has flourished as a key transport hub since ancient times, close to Kyoto and Nara.
To ensure that visitors can enjoy Omi in an easy-to-understand way, Mr Yoshiyuki Onuma, Senior Researcher at the National Institute for Historical Resource Development, will accompany them throughout the tour and provide explanations.
Yamaguchi
SAKURA
Event
From 25 March to 6 April 2025, Kai Nagato Onsen Ryokan is offering a “Spring Stay” to enjoy the murmur of the Onshin River, which heralds the arrival of spring, and the cherry blossoms. In spring, the rows of cherry blossom trees along the Onshin River, which flows in front of Kai Nagato, are in full bloom, adding colour to the hot spring resort. This plan allows you to enjoy the rows of cherry blossom trees, which have attracted many tourists to the area, to your heart’s content. This plan offers guests a special seat on the Kawadoko Terrace before dinner so that they can enjoy the cherry blossoms at any time during their stay.
Tokyo
Event
Culture
From Saturday 1 February to Thursday 27 March 2025, the Keio Plaza Hotel will host ‘Hinamatsuri at the Hotel – Setsubuku Cuisine Served with Arita Porcelain and Flowery Hina Furnishings’, featuring approximately 5,000 vines and other decorations. This is the 24th year of the Hinamatsuri event, which focuses on hanging ornaments.
Kanagawa
Food
Meiji Kinenkan’s confectionery brand ‘Kanomi no Mori’ is now available at Odakyu Noborito Station. Please take a look at the varied collection, including piece cakes, decorative cakes and other cakes perfect for Christmas, as well as standard popular sweets.
