First sunrise (Mt. Mitake)

The Shiofune Guanyin is an ancient temple that was allegedly opened by Yaohikuni during the Taiga year. It is said to have been popular as Shugen-mun during the Heian period, and the thatched Nioh-Mon and the main hall are works from the Muromachi period, and are important cultural treasures of the country. From mid-April to early May, about 20,000 azaleas bloom on the slope of the precinct, and the heart is healed by the azaleas that gently bloom.

An event held in Yoshino Umego. This year marks the 10th anniversary of replanting, and the main venue is the Ume Park in Ome City, featuring various events such as a stamp rally, photo contest, umeshu festival, and Umegou Sweets Festa. On March 8 (Sunday), the "Kanbai Citizens Festival" will also be held on Kamiyodabashi Street, which can be considered the main street of Yoshino Umego, showcasing local performances like Ome Taiko and lion dances, as well as parades by the police and fire department, creating a lively atmosphere. Image provided by: Ome City Tourism Association

The Ome Daruma Market, said to have originated from the Rokusaiji about 500 years ago, is a rare daruma market held on the highway, unlike the typical daruma markets held in shrines or temples. The old Ome Highway, lined with numerous stalls including daruma shops, is bustling with crowds. The event runs from 1:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Traffic restrictions are in place from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.