Souce-of-spring free-flowing hot-spring water of the bicarbonate of soda line Hot spring facilities where you can also enjoy playing in a mountain stream
Ryujin Hot Spring Kayazenoyu, where the RV park is located, is a one-day hot spring facility with a restaurant, rest area, and store. The hot spring boasts a sodium calcium bicarbonate hot spring containing high concentrations of minerals, and is effective for improving health, stiff shoulders, and beautiful skin. The mountain stream next to the facility is inhabited by sweetfish, chub mackerel, and eels. Fishing can be enjoyed and fireflies can be seen in early summer. There are golf courses and campgrounds in the vicinity, and discounts are offered to those who use the facilities.
One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture, located on the site of the Omura feudal lord's castle
The park is built around the ruins of Kushima Castle, which was the residence of the Omura clan for more than 270 years from 1599, when Omura Kizen, the first lord of the Omura clan, built the castle, until the end of the Edo period. From late March to mid-April, the park is one of Nagasaki's most popular flower viewing spots, with approximately 2,000 cherry trees, including the Omura cherry, a national natural treasure, in full bloom; from late May, approximately 300,000 irises are in full bloom, and in June, hydrangeas are at their best. (Photo courtesy of Nagasaki Prefectural Tourism Federation, above)
Omura Sushi is a traditional sushi dish that originated from a victory celebration at a long-established restaurant that used to be the kitchen guard of the Omura Clan.
Omurazushi, a type of pressed sushi, consists of seasoned carrots, kanpyo, shiitake mushrooms, etc., sandwiched between vinegared rice and topped with a richly-sprinkled egg. This local delicacy is said to have originated in the Sengoku period (1467-1568), when sushi was prepared to reward victorious soldiers who had retaken their territory. Umegae-so, located in the precincts of Omura Shrine in Omura Park, the ruins of Kushima Castle, was founded in 1894 by the previous generation who supported the Omura clan as a kitchen keeper. The restaurant offers a teahouse menu that allows customers to enjoy Omura Sushi without reservations, as well as courses that can be enjoyed in a luxurious kaiseki setting. Other menu items include udon noodles and sweet dishes. Reservations for evening meals are required at least two days in advance.
9:00-16:00, Saturdays, Sundays and holidays 9:00-17:00
regular closing day
Wednesdays from July to September
Official Site
https://umegaesou.site/
Former Enyuji Park
The cherry blossoms are beautiful, and the dry landscape stone garden conveys the atmosphere of the olden days.
Enryu-ji Temple was built to enshrine the souls of successive Tokugawa shoguns, and was abandoned during the Meiji period (1868-1912). Today, the temple is known as Omura Gokoku-jinja Shrine. The stone garden, which utilizes the slope of the temple grounds in a karesansui (dry landscape garden) style, is a masterpiece that conveys the style of the early Edo period. The cherry blossoms that bloom from the edge of the pond to the steps are also magnificent, and the sight of the petals floating on the water is especially beautiful. The garden has been designated as a national monument.
Urami no Taki Waterfall, where you can go around behind the waterfall. In spring, rhododendrons of the world are in full bloom.
Urami no Taki" means a waterfall where the back of the waterfall can be seen. The official name of "Urami no Taki" in Omura City is "Ochozu no Taki. Located in the Aurigawa River basin, the waterfall has a 30-meter drop and is actually rather low in volume, but the rocky face of the waterfall is a huge cliff 100 meters across, and it is said to have been a place of ascetic practice for mountain esoteric Buddhism. A promenade is maintained to the basin of the waterfall. The Rhododendron Garden is planted with about 6,000 rhododendrons of more than 40 species from around the world, and the best time to view them is from late March to late April. The Rhododendron Festival is held during this period, and the 60-year-old "Taiyo" variety of rhododendron at the entrance to the Rhododendron Garden is a must-see. The park also attracts many visitors when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
200 yen for elementary school students and older (during the Rhododendron Festival)
Cosmos at Omata Farm
Cosmos all over the slope is popular. Handmade sweets made by farmers are also popular.
Omata Farm, a sightseeing farm near Lake Nodake, located north of Urami no Taki Natural Flower Garden, is famous for its cosmos. The owner, a farmer, takes care of the cosmos, which are said to number about 300,000. In recent years, in response to the popularity of the cosmos, props have been placed in the garden during the cosmos season to make it look more attractive on Instagram. The farm's cafe, "Chakabo Nonomi," serves apple pie and other seasonal fruit tarts. It is also recommended to go to Lake Nodake Park and take a walk along the lakeside.
200 yen, elementary school students and under 100 yen
Business Hours
10:00-17:00 (Chakabo Nonomi)
regular closing day
Wednesdays (open on national holidays and during peak season)
Roaring Stream
The scenic beauty of the clear stream is also soothed by negative ions.
Todoroki Stream, located in Isahaya City next to Omura City, is a clear stream whose source is Mt. There are more than 30 waterfalls of various sizes, including "Yangyanagi Falls," which cascade down over a rainbow, and "Todoroki Falls," which, as its name implies, roars with the sound of falling water. In summer, the area is crowded with campers and is called the summer resort of Nagasaki. The surrounding Todoroki Forest is also designated as one of the "100 best water source forests. The autumn foliage is also magnificent, and the area was selected as the 5th place in the "Beautiful Landscape" category in the "100 Election of Meisui (famous water)" selection contest in 2008.
address (e.g. of house)
Oyama, Zenjyuji, Takarai-cho, Isahaya City, Nagasaki, Japan
Shirokimine Plateau is located in the north of Isahaya City, adjacent to Omura City, on a hillside about 350m above the 1057m-high Mt. Gokehara. It is about 10,000 square meters. In spring, about 100,000 rape blossoms dye the entire slope, creating a beautiful contrast with the cherry blossoms. In autumn, about 200,000 cosmos flowers bloom and decorate the slope in a variety of colors. Furthermore, on New Year's Day, visitors can view Isahaya Bay and Mt. Unzen-Fugendake while admiring the sunrise. The Cosmos Flower and Space Museum, located on the plateau, has an astronomical observation room where visitors can observe celestial bodies day and night with the explanation of the staff.
