[Hirata Village, Fukushima Prefecture] Panorama of nature! Go to ``Jupia Land Hirata'' to see the moss phlox carpet

Hirata Village is located in the southeast of Fukushima Prefecture. At ``Jupia Land Hirata'', located at the foot of Mt. Homota, the symbol of the village, 250,000 pink and red moss phlox trees are in full bloom all at once on a site of approximately 2.3 hectares, and when in full bloom, it looks like a carpet of flowers. Masu.

This time, we will introduce the moss phlox at ``Jupia Land Hirata'' and the famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Hirata Village that can be enjoyed at the same time.

Hirata Village is actually said to be ``the spiciest village in Japan.''
What is the identity of the spicy food that is a specialty of the village?
We'll also introduce you to some spots where you can taste the true nature of spicy food.

Please watch till the end!

Panorama of nature JUPIA LAND Hirata

At Jupia Land Hirata, approximately 250,000 moss phlox plants are planted on a site of approximately 2.3 hectares, creating a flower garden that looks like a pink carpet.

In addition to moss phlox, hydrangeas are also famous, with 27,000 popular varieties and about 825 new Hirata original hydrangeas planted.

The ``World Hydrangea and Lily Festival'' is held from late June to mid-July every year, and you can enjoy most types of hydrangea and over 30 types of fragrant lilies from around the world.

 

When is the best time to see moss phlox?

The best time to see them is usually from late April to mid-May, when the Shibazakura Festival is held.

The 2023 Shibazakura Festival is scheduled to be held from April 18th to May 14th.

Jupia Land Hirata is an outdoor experience facility that takes advantage of the natural beauty of the foothills of Mt. Homota, and a facility where you can experience relaxation and peace.
Since it is built using the slope of a mountain, there are some steep ups and downs and steps, but we have installed 4WD electric wheelchairs to help you navigate the park smoothly. You can also use a "sightseeing cart" to tour around the park. (200 yen per person)

I'm glad that they take care to make sure that people of all generations can enjoy it.
If you climb the mountain to the top, you can climb up to 634 meters, which is the same height as Tokyo Sky Tree. You can see beautiful moss phlox and a great view.

A scarecrow competition between municipalities will also be held at the same time.

During the Shibazakura Festival period, the "Scarecrow Contest" will be held at the Shibazakura Festival special venue.

The winners of the Scarecrow Contest, which is now in its sixth year, will be decided by votes from visitors. Those who vote will be entered into a lottery to receive hometown products, so be sure to vote when you visit during the Shibazakura Festival.

The humorous scarecrow will make you feel warm.

INFORMATION

  • Name Jupia Land Hirata
  • Address: 437 Homodadake, Hirata Village, Ishikawa District
  • Parking available
  • Inquiries: 0247-55-3535
  • Business hours: 8:30-17:00 (last entry 16:00)
  • Admission fee: 500 yen for adults, free for junior high school students and younger during the festival period
  • Regular holidays/Open every day during the festival period
  • Access/10 minutes by car from Abukuma Kogen Road Hirata IC

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A single cherry tree that is 550 years old [Iwakura Sakura]

Iwakura Sakura is an old Edohigan cherry tree that is over 550 years old and has been designated as a natural monument in Hirata Village.The tree is 16m tall and has a trunk circumference of 6m.
 It is said that in the past, this area was used as a place to cut horses' nails, and a sericulture shrine and a statue of Bato Kannon were built under the tree.

In the Tokoko administrative district where the Iwakura cherry tree is located, local residents are working to restore the tree's vigor and improve the environment, and a parking lot, wooden deck, and benches have been installed.

The best time to see the flowers is usually late April, and many visitors come to see them during the blooming season.

INFORMATION

  • Address Hirata Village Oaza Toshiko Aza Migo
  • Parking available
  • Inquiries: 0247-55-3115 (Hirata Village Office)
  • Access: 10 minutes by car from Abukuma Kogen Road Hirata IC

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Take a break at Hirata Roadside Station

“Roadside Station Hirata” is the symbol of the village, located at the cross point of National Route 49 and Abukuma Kogen Road “Hirata IC”

We have a wide selection of highland vegetables such as village specialty asparagus and wild yam, Hirata Village's original sweet potato ``Hirata Silk'', as well as Japanese and Western sweets.

Japan's hottest village? The specialty is habanero

The reason why Hirata Village is said to be ``Japan's spiciest village'' is because of ``Habanero''!

Habanero began to be cultivated in 2010 as a new specialty of the village. At first, it was so spicy that it didn't sell at all, but they thought, ``If it's going to be spicy, let's make something really spicy,'' and they developed a processed product, which spread through word of mouth.

The village is now known as ``Japan's Hottest Village'' and attracts challengers from all over the country.

Try the hellish soft serve and curry at a roadside station!

At Hirata Roadside Station, you can purchase products made with the village's new specialty, habanero.

If you are a fan of super spicy food, you should definitely try the ``Habanero Soft''.
You can choose from three types of Habanero Soft: Beginner, Advanced, and Hell level. The hellish completion rate is 8.6%! 454 people completed the meal. (As of July 2022)

Another dish you can try at Sobadokoro Takeyama is the Nama Jigoku Curry,
which has a completion rate of 29.1%.

At the direct sales store, we sell retort curry ``Karinja Nama Jigoku'', so why not buy it as a souvenir?

By the way, here is the introduction to Habanero Soft Hell Grade!

It's guaranteed to make you scream, "Call an ambulance!" Recommended for those who want to enjoy habanero to their heart's content. Because there are people who have eaten it all so far, so I don't think they can't eat it.

From the roadside station Hirata website

We are welcoming challengers who love spicy food as "Japan's Hottest Village"!

INFORMATION

  • Name Roadside Station Hirata
  • Address: 160 Yokomorigo, Kamiyomoda, Hirata Village, Ishikawa District, Fukushima Prefecture
  • Phone number 0247-55-3501
  • Access: 5 minutes by car from Abukuma Kogen Road Hirata IC　
  • Holiday: January 1st every year
  • Direct sales office Weekdays: 9:30-18:00 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays: 9:00-18:00
  • Soba Restaurant Takeyama 11:00 - 17:00
  • Fast food 10:00-17:00

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Summary of “Jupia Land Hirata”

Hirata Village is a village full of nature, and the Abukuma Kogen Road runs through it, making it easily accessible.
Please come and see the spectacular moss phlox carpet spread out in the middle of nature.
If you like super spicy food, try the habanero too!

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