Apricot Festival（あんずまつり）
The village of apricots, which is said to have "100,000 apricots at a glance," is a sight to behold, with the mountains and the village all dyed a light peach color.
Photo by Nagano Prefecture Tourism Organization.
*Photo is for reference only.
The schedule for the annual "Apricot Festival," held in the largest apricot village in Japan, about 30 minutes by car from the hotel, has been decided. The entire area, including the mountains and the village, is covered in light pink apricots, which are said to be "100,000 apricots at a glance. Please enjoy spring in apricot fields, which bloom earlier than cherry blossoms.
- Open period
- Saturday, March 23 - Sunday, April 7
*Flowering conditions are subject to change depending on the weather. If the flowers fall in bloom, the festival may end even during the apricot festival period. - Place
- Chikuma City, Anzu-no-sato area
- Contact
- TEL.026-272-0114（Anzu-no-sato Tourist Center）
Shinshu Chikuma Tourism Bureau
- Agri-park Apricot Village
- In addition to selling apricot products, there is also a flower garden. Strawberry picking can also be enjoyed.
*Photo is for reference only.
In Japan's largest apricot village, after the apricot flowers have finished blooming, it is time to harvest the apricot fruits. In addition to picking apricots, visitors can experience making apricot jam and apricot syrup.
- 【Apricot picking】
- ●Period：Mid-June to early July (Period may change depending on climate.)
- Reservations required ／ "Yokoshima Bussan" ／ TEL：026-273-1311
- Reservations required ／ "Kyourian" ／ TEL：026-273-2006
- Reservations required ／ "Hojon farm" ／ TEL：026-272-3477
- 【Making jam and syrup】
- ●Period：Mid-June to early July
- ●Place：Anzu no Sato Tourist Center
- Reservations requiredTEL：026-272-0114
Flower viewing
Photo by Shinshu Chikuma Tourism Bureau.
This cherry blossom viewing spot has been selected as one of the 100 best natural spots in Nagano. The entire area has been designated as a nature exploration park, where visitors can enjoy a stroll.
Photo by Shinshu Chikuma Tourism Bureau.
Hundreds of cherry trees, mostly Someiyoshino, are planted around the pond, and at night, lanterns are lit to create a fantastic nighttime cherry blossom viewing experience.
Photo by Shinshu Chikuma Tourism Bureau.
A cherry blossom viewing spot located on a hill overlooking the hot spring resort. In addition to rabbits and goats, there is a roller slide that is popular with families.
Night View Tour of "Obasute"
A panorama of overwhelming scale! The night view of Obasute, selected as one of the "100 Best Night Views of Japan.The tour will take you to "the night view of Obasute," which has been selected as one of the "100 best night views in Japan.
- ●Date of event
- Scheduled to be held every Saturday from October 2023 to March 2024.
- ●Minimum number of participants
- 4 persons(*If the number of participants is not reached, the tour may be cancelled. )
- ●Confirmed Date of Operation
- The following dates have been confirmed!！
2024 3/16 (Sat), 3/23 (Sat) - ●Charge
- Adults 3,000 yen Children 1,500 yen *Tokura-Kaminoyamada Onsen lodging discount available.
- How to apply
- For guests who plan to stay overnight, please apply at the hotel or call the Shinshu Chikuma Tourist Bureau (TEL: 026-261-0300) for an application.
Seven Lucky Gods Outdoors Hot Spring Hopping
The Chikuma City Tourism Association is holding a stamp rally for the "Seven Lucky Gods Outdoors Hot Spring Hopping.For more information, please visit the official website for more information.
Secluded hot spring in town.
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By car | Approx. 5min. |
Gushing out under the guidance of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara.
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By car | Approx. 4min. |