The lighted up Kawazu Sakura and the wonderful night view are must see! !

What kind of flower is Kawazu Sakura?

What I often see in Japan is the “Somei Yoshino” variety, and what I saw this time is the “KawazuSakura” variety.
While ordinary Sakura blooms at the end of March, this Sakura begins to bloom more than a month ago.
The flower blooms slowly over a month, and the dark pink beautiful flower blooms.
In addition, it is Sakura with a long service period and a service spirit.
In 1955, it was discovered that raw wood was found along the river in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture, and the discoverer planted it in the garden.
The attention of the neighborhood was attracted by the fact that Sakura is different from ordinary Sakura.
Furthermore, it turned out that it was an unprecedented variety in a subsequent survey, and it was named “KawazuSakura” in 1974.
Even now, raw wood is still present, and it is assumed to be 60 to 70 years old.
I found out that it was a cute Sakura with a story if I checked♪

The sights of KawazuSakura where you can see the night view! !

Shizuoka Prefecture is famous for Mount Fuji. And as I mentioned earlier, Kawazu Sakura is also famous. However, you can see it at “Matsuda Herb Garden” in Kanagawa Prefecture.
The 360 “Kawazu Sakura” and canola flowers planted under the tree are very beautiful.
From now on I would like to introduce this place.

Let’s Go to the venue of KawazuSakura! !

Pink lanterns are decorated in the shopping area of Matsuda Station, and branches of Sakura are being decorated, and casually directing KawazuSakura! !
You will arrive at the foot of the mountain in about 10 minutes! !
There is a signboard “Welcome” at the entrance.

A short hike while watching Sakura! !

From here you can enjoy a short hike.
Because the road is well maintained, it is very easy to walk.
With KawazuSakura and canola flowers in bloom, you will feel like a nice hiking trail.
From the bottom, it takes about 15 minutes to reach the top.
Even if you are walking slowly from the station, it will arrive in about 30 minutes in all, so it can be said that walking is a good choice.

The top is excellent at scenery! !

The elevation is about 168m and the scenery is the best.
You can enjoy the view of Sakura and Matsuda town! !
I struggled a bit but felt it was worth climbing on my feet.

You can see Mt. Fuji! !

You can see Mt. Fuji from here by looking westward! !
You can take a collaboration picture of KawazuSakura and Mt. Fuji ♪

There is a parking lot next to the herb garden.
However, because the roads are narrow and the shuttle bus is prioritized, there is a possibility of crowding … The official site recommends using the shuttle bus.

Superb lighting up of KawazuSakura and canola flower! !

Lighting up of KawazuSakura and canola flower will start from 17:00! ! KawazuSakura is pinker than Somei Yoshino, so it is more beautiful when illuminated by light! !
In addition, yellow and pink pastel color compatibility is also wonderful.

You will be impressed by the night view …

and more than anything……
The collaboration between the lighted up Kawazu Sakura and the night view is wonderful.
The ration is the most beautiful! ! ! !
It is a very luxurious and special view. If you look at this scenery you will surely have wonderful memories.

Summary.

This is about 10 minutes from the IC and close to the station.
There are also many play equipment that children can play.
You can also eat snacks at the stalls and have plenty of rest areas.
Family, couple, person who likes photography, friends.
I think it is a recommended spot even if anyone visits.

It is very beautiful even in the daytime, but I think that I would like you to see the gorgeous view of this KawazuSakura light-up and night view by all means when you visit.

It is a personal favorite spot I have visited for about three consecutive years. I am happy to take many photos this year too !!

This Sakura has been in bloom for a long time, so you may have a chance to visit.

I created a timelapse video of this place. If you are interested please take a look.

Access

Train
JR Gotenba Line “Matsuda Station” Odakyu Line “ShinMatsuda Station”

Car
OiMatsuda IC ：10 minutes
Parking lot of Matsuda herb garden.
Parking fee:：1,000 yen(The parking lot is right next to the venue, but the roads are narrow and the shuttle bus takes priority.)
Temporary parking lot: parking fee is free
There are many paid parking lots around the station.

Shuttle bus
Shuttle buses leave from the station’s roundabouts and free parking.
150 yen for adults and 80 yen for children
Every 30 minutes from 9:30 to 16:00.
The light up period is 17:30, 18:30, 19:30, 20:15

Walk
You can go to the venue in 25 minutes from the station.

A night scene spot of nearby top class Kanagawa Prefecture! !

It is a night view from the road near the golf course called Check Mate Country Club.
I can not go without a car. And the roads are narrow and require driving skills.

There are no toilets, benches, vending machines or parking lots.
However, many people visit to see this night scene.

You can see the night view from a car, but it is cold at 550 meters above sea level, so it is necessary to take measures against cold.

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