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In the Edo period, the Daikanshō was set up, and Tenji Hita became so prosperous that it was said to be the best in Kyushu. Kyokaze culture develops, and the Hina festival is held in the town of small Kyoto in Kyushu. During the period, the gorgeous Hina dolls and tools that still remain in the old houses of Kuma and Soda towns are released in the old houses, including the old houses, in various places in the city. * The holding period varies depending on each facility. Image courtesy of Kusano Honke

The Hitoyoshi Kuma no Hina Matsuri, which has been going on for more than 20 years, will host a fun Hina Matsuri for both those who come and welcome them. Of course, the exhibition of chicks so far, during the weekend, 10 municipalities carry out rich events featuring each region. You can enjoy the "Hina Festival" announcing spring.

As an event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the park, the "Meiji Night Feast" is held in which digital art colors the evening grabber garden. Lighting production to enhance the original beauty and charm of the grabber garden, such as the World Heritage "Old Grabber House" and the important cultural property "Old Ringer House", the world view of Japonism with the theme of "Madam Butterfly" is produced by the latest digital technology such as projection mapping and beautiful music. Projection mapping of Hello Kitty Collaboration for the 50th anniversary is also one of the highlights. Image courtesy:(C) Glover Garden

A stuffed animal made of pieces of cloth is hung with red thread on both sides of the pulpit. It is a major feature that the things you wish for are entrusted to the shape of the ornament and decorated, and it is a custom that has been transmitted since the Edo period. A fun event in a hot spring town where an early spring pattern can be seen under the theme of "nestling ornament", which is rare in the whole country. There are about 40 types of decorations that are carefully sewn one by one, and you can feel the warmth of each. Image courtesy of Inatori Onsen Ryokan Cooperative

On March 3 of the lunar calendar, a pair of male and female paper chicks are placed on a bale, accompanied by a rhombus cake or a sprig of peaches, etc., and then entrusted with the calamity and flow to the Chiyo River. An emotional and rich folk event that hopes to be able to live happily for a year without a disaster. In 1985, it was designated as a prefectural intangible folk cultural property as "mochigase no chick-sendō". On the day, there are also events such as the experience of making a sink, dressing corner, and tea ceremony. In addition, some limited express trains make temporary stops.

The earliest flower festival in Kita-Shinano, where you can enjoy a flower view wrapped in the scent of plum blossoms. An event is also planned to be held during the flower festival.

In the prefecture's leading plum-producing area, Umehata and the adjacent Bairin Park, "Tagami Ume Matsuri" will be held during the time of the plum season. Food products and plum wine made from "koshi-no-plum" from Tagami will be sold.

You can enjoy the flowers and fragrance blooming in the plum forest of the upper part of the autumn river. Flowering Festival Saturday, March 1, 10 o'clock ~. There is a ceremony, a performance of Japanese drums, and a plum branch distribution at the first come. In addition, there are plenty of events such as Annaka City goods sales from March 7 (Friday) to 9 (Sunday) 9 to 15 o'clock, and wind ensemble from 11 o'clock to 13 o'clock on Sunday, March 9. On Sundays in March, on public holidays, there is a temporary bus service (paid) from Annaka Station and Annaka-Haruna Station to Akuma-Nakaseki. For car navigation use, search at 678-1 Nishigami Akima, Annaka City, Gunma Prefecture. Image courtesy: Annaka

During the bloom of the plum, a kitchen car of Chichibu Gourmet was opened.

Minogo Bairin is a famous plum spot with about 100,000 plums. A plum festival will be held between February 23 and late March, and local specialties will be sold. Image courtesy: Minogo Bairin