[Aichi Prefecture] Cherry blossoms and autumn leaves together! Kawami Shikizakura Village

About 30 minutes by car from Korankei, a famous spot for autumn leaves in Aichi Prefecture. The "Senmi Shikizakura Village" in the Obara district, which is in the same Toyota city as Korankei, is a rare spot in Japan where you can enjoy both cherry blossoms and autumn leaves in the fall. Shikizakura are cherry blossoms that bloom twice a year, in spring and autumn. There are about 10,000 Shikizakura trees planted in the Obara district, and about 1,200 of them are planted in this satoyama. Indeed, in the Obara district village, pale pink Shikizakura trees are blooming everywhere, and you can enjoy a "cherry blossoms in full bloom" drive instead of a fall foliage drive, which is very charming. It takes about 15 minutes from the entrance at the foot of the mountain to the top of Kawami Sakurayama. It takes less than an hour to go around the walking path, so it's perfect for a walk. During the season, there is a small shop at the entrance and a temporary rest area to rest your feet. Entry to the village is free, but during the cherry blossom festival, private cars are restricted and parking in the area is prohibited. Therefore, you must park in the parking lot of Obara Fureai Park (Toyota City Hall Obara Branch Office) and take a free shuttle bus. The parking fee is 1000 yen per day. As an aside, It seems that a black bear has been spotted here as well. In addition, there is a local anime (manga) called "Shikizakura". #tripdomestictravel #autumnleaves #AichiPrefecture #greatview