Yotsutani's Senmaida Rice Terraces

Yatsuya no Senmaida

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Yotsutani's Senmaida rice terraces, selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Rice Terraces, boast stunning stone walls built approximately 400 years ago. The sight of golden rice swaying in the autumn breeze is breathtaking.

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HighlightsStunning stone walls built approximately 400 years ago
Designated as one of Japan's Top 100 Rice Terraces
Golden rice fields stretching as far as the eye can see in autumn
Beautiful reflection of the blue sky in the water during rice planting season
A worthwhile destination throughout the year

Basic Information

Address: 230 Yotsutani, Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Aichi

Access: Approximately 18.5km (32 minutes) from Shinshiro IC on the Shin-Tomei Expressway. Approximately 60 minutes (33.5km) from Toyokawa IC on the Tomei Expressway. Approximately 40 minutes (28km) from Horaikyo IC on the Mikawa-Nanshin Expressway. Approximately 40 minutes (28km) from Hamamatsu-Inasa IC on the Shin-Tomei Expressway. Show route

Op.Hours: 24 hours a day

Cld.Days: None

Fee: Free

INFO: The terraced rice fields are precious farmland (private property) where local farmers cultivate rice. When visiting the rice terraces, please observe proper etiquette: refrain from entering the rice paddies or walking on the embankments, park your car only in designated areas, and take your trash with you. If the designated parking lot is full, we apologize for any inconvenience but kindly ask you to find alternative parking. The roads around the Senmaida rice terraces in Yotsuya are narrow, and roadside parking inconveniences local farmers, residents, and other road users, so please refrain from doing so. Restrooms are available near the parking lot. Nearby attractions include the Yamabiko no Oka Kawauri Plum Grove.

HP: https://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/49/

Overview

Yotsutani's Senmaida rice terraces, located in Yotsutani, Shinshiro City, Aichi Prefecture, are a designated member of Japan's Top 100 Rice Terraces. These terraces, sprawling across the slopes of Kurakake Mountain, are characterized by their stone walls, built approximately 400 years ago, offering a glimpse into their rich history and tradition. The scale of the terraces is impressive, with approximately 420 rice paddies cascading down the mountainside. A popular tourist spot offering beautiful scenery throughout the year, it attracts many visitors. During the spring rice planting season, the clear blue sky reflected in the water creates a breathtaking mirror-like effect. The lush greenery of summer exudes vibrant life. Autumn brings a magnificent vista of golden rice swaying in the harvest season. Even the winter snowscape possesses a unique charm, presenting a tranquil and serene world. Yotsutani's Senmaida rice terraces are a harmonious blend of nature and culture, offering a calming and restorative experience for visitors. Carefully preserved by local farmers, these terraces embody the essence of the Japanese countryside. A visit to Yotsutani's Senmaida offers a profound appreciation for Japan's traditions and natural beauty.