[2025 Ogose Attraction] Travel Guide for Ogose Plum Grove (Updated Apr)

📍Ogose Plum Grove 113 Doyama, Ogose-machi, Iruma-gun, Saitama 《Access》 Bus stop Ume-rin-iriguchi/Kawagoe Kanko Jidosha (approx. 3-minute walk) Bus stop Nakatsukune/Kawagoe Kanko Jidosha (approx. 7-minute walk) Bus stop Inarizaka/Kawagoe Kanko Jidosha (approx. 9-minute walk) Parking🅿️ available Opening hours 8:30-16:00 ✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲✲ One of the three major plum groves in the Kanto region. It's a spot I've always wanted to visit. There are about 1,000 plum trees planted in the 2ha garden, including about 700 Shirakaga plums, about 100 Beniume plums, and about 200 Ogino plums. There were quite a few plum trees even when driving around in a car. The Plum Festival is held every year from mid-February to late March, and it is crowded with many tourists. Various plum trees are planted in the garden, and cute yellow flowers called "Adonis flowers" were in bloom. I wonder if they will become a bright yellow carpet in a little while? The flower language of Adonis flowers is "bringing happiness, eternal happiness," and they are said to be auspicious flowers. On Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays during the period, there was a steam-powered mini steam locomotive operation, lion dances, Ohayashi, Japanese drums, and other events. There was also lighting up. Since it was past the peak season, the parking lot was free, which normally costs 500 yen, and the 400 yen admission fee was also free. #Spring 0 yen trip #Saitama #Ogose, Iruma District, Saitama Prefecture #Ogose #Plum grove #Day trip #Sightseeing

Ogose Plum Grove in Ogose Town, Saitama Prefecture, is one of the three major plum groves in the Kanto region. Various varieties of plum blossoms bloom on the premises, and the best time to see them is usually from mid-February to late March. Plum Grove Festival 2025 Dates: Saturday, February 15, 2025 to Sunday, March 16, 2025 Venue: 113 Doyama, Ogose Town, Iruma District, Saitama Prefecture Time: 8:30-16:00 Admission: 500 yen (junior high school students and above) *Parking fee included By the way, the three major plum groves in the Kanto region include Kairakuen in Mito and Soga Plum Grove in Odawara. Ogose Plum Grove is a great place to take a nap, have a picnic, or have a party on the grass, laying out a picnic sheet. There were not many stalls, but there were quite a few souvenir shops. There are many processed foods related to plums. #Seasonal places in Japan #Saitama Prefecture #Plum blossom spot #Breathtaking view

📝 Overview The Ogose Plum Grove in Ogose Town, Iruma County, Saitama Prefecture, is one of the three great plum groves in the Kanto region, along with Mito Kairakuen and Atami Plum Grove. On the vast 2-hectare site, there are about 1,000 plum trees of 33 varieties, including the ancient tree Kaisetsu, which is over 670 years old, Shirakaga, Yae Kanko, and Ogose Beniume, planted. ✨ Recommended points * A wide variety of plum blossoms At Ogose Plum Grove, you can enjoy a wide variety of plum blossoms, including white plums, red plums, and weeping plums. The plum blossoms bloom at different times, from early to late, so you can enjoy them for a long period of time. * The scent of plums Ogose Plum Grove is also known for the wonderful scent of its plum blossoms. As soon as you step into the garden, you will be enveloped in the sweet and gentle scent of plums, which will soothe you. * History The history of Ogose Plum Grove is long, and it is said that it originated in around 1350 when plum trees were planted in honor of Sugawara no Michizane when Kosugi Tenmangu Shrine (now Umezono Shrine) was separated from Dazaifu in Kyushu. You can enjoy the plum blossoms while feeling the history. 👀Here's what you should pay attention to! * Ogose Plum Grove Plum Festival The Ogose Plum Grove Plum Festival is held every year from mid-February to mid-March. During this period, the park is bustling with various events and stalls. * Mini SL During the festival, a mini SL runs through the park. This is a popular event for families with children. * Hiking trails There are also hiking trails around Ogose Plum Grove. You can enjoy hiking while admiring the plum blossoms. ℹ️Information * Address: 113 Doyama, Ogose-machi, Iruma-gun, Saitama * Access: * About 30 minutes on foot from Ogose Station on the Tobu Ogose Line * About 20 minutes by car from Tsurugashima IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway * Opening hours: 9:00-17:00 * Fees: * Adults: 300 yen * Junior high school students and younger: Free 🖋️Summary Ogose Plum Grove is a famous plum spot representing Saitama Prefecture, where you can enjoy a wide variety of plum blossoms and their fragrance. Please visit once and feel the arrival of spring. We are providing information on tourist spots all over the country! Please check out our other articles! #Seasonal places in Japan #Domestic travel