Aka-soba no Sato (Red Buckwheat Village)

Overview

Aka-soba no Sato (Red Buckwheat Village) in Minowa-cho, Kamiina-gun, Nagano Prefecture, is a tourist spot where red buckwheat flowers bloom across a vast expanse. The sight of the entire field, roughly the size of the Tokyo Dome, ablaze with red buckwheat flowers is breathtakingly beautiful, like a ruby carpet that captivates visitors. Red buckwheat flowers are a type of buckwheat originating in the Himalayas, characterized by a deeper red hue than regular buckwheat. In Aka-soba no Sato, approximately 100,000 square meters are planted with red buckwheat, with the best viewing period from late September to early October. Every year, during peak season, many tourists visit and enjoy taking photos. Why not take commemorative photos or capture memories against the backdrop of the red buckwheat flower field? Aka-soba no Sato also has several restaurants serving buckwheat noodles made with red buckwheat and dishes featuring locally grown vegetables. Enjoy delicious soba and satisfy your hunger! Aka-soba no Sato is surrounded by nature, making it a safe and enjoyable place for families with children. You can stroll through the vast flower fields, relax and unwind, and enjoy many different activities. In autumn, you can also witness a breathtaking collaboration between the red buckwheat flowers and the autumn foliage. The beautiful scenery created by the vibrant pink red buckwheat and the fiery red and yellow autumn leaves is truly awe-inspiring. Aka-soba no Sato is a place where you can connect with nature and soothe your soul. Please visit!