88 Nights] Do you know Wazuka-cho, Kyoto? About famous tea and Shoboji Temple

Have you ever heard of a town in Kyoto called Wazuka-cho?

This area is known for its many tea fields, "beautiful mountain scenery," and abundant nature.

It is recommended for those who want to experience Kyoto in a relaxed atmosphere, as it is located a little far from the sightseeing spots.

So we would like to introduce you to tea in Wazuka-cho, Kyoto, and the famous Shoboji Temple nearby.

What is Wazuka Town?

Do you know the town of Wazuka in Kyoto, Japan?

This town is located in the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture and belongs to Souraku County.

It is famous for being the largest tea production area in Kyoto Prefecture for over 800 years, and if you visit the area for sightseeing, you can see many tea plantations.

In particular, the "Ishidera Tea Field" is a wide expanse of tea fields that reaches to the sky, and visitors can enjoy Kyoto-like scenery by strolling, cycling, and picking tea while viewing such a landscape.

■What is Wazuka Town's famous tea plantation?

Wazuka Town is famous for its tea plantations.

The "tea fields of Seokji Temple" offer a beautiful view that looks as if the tea fields reach high into the sky when viewed from below.

This area has been designated as Kyoto Prefecture's No. 1 scenic asset, with tea fields stretching all the way to the top of the steeply sloping mountain.

Once there, if you want to take your time and see the tea fields, Wazuka Town is the place to go.

Address and access to the tea plantation of ■ Ishakuji Temple

Let's take a look at the address and access to the tea plantation in Ishidera.

Address

82, Ishitera Maruzuka Gagitani, Wazuka-cho, Soraku-gun, Kyoto, Japan

How to access

Approximately 15 minutes by car from Kamo Station on the JR Kansai Main Line

○ Homepage

http://wazukanko.com/

■In Wazuka Town, you can experience picking tea.

In Wazuka Town, you can experience tea picking.

About 40% of Uji tea is produced in Wazuka Town, so if you want a Kyoto-like experience, this is the place to visit.

It is recommended for those who want to make a real experience from scratch, as it includes picking Wazuka tea and making tea soba (buckwheat noodles).

■Wazuka-cho also has a reputation for Shoboji Temple

Wazuka-cho is famous not only for its tea, but also for a temple called Shoboji.

This place is famous for its autumn foliage in Wazuka Town.

It is a temple of the Eigenji school of the Rinzai sect, and was originally founded by Gyoki Bosatsu (Gyoki Bodhisattva) on nearby Butsuboji Mountain to mourn the loss of Prince Ajaku during the Tenpyo period.

The view of the tea fields over the autumn leaves and ginkgo trees is a sight unlike anything you have ever experienced before.

■Shohoji Temple Highlights

Shoboji Temple was built in 1664.

Shoboji Temple is planted with transplanted mountain maples from Omi City, Shiga Prefecture, and beautiful autumn leaves can be seen in the temple during the fall season.

There are also other seasonal flowers, and wonderful flowers appear throughout the year.

It is a historic temple, so please take a look at its fantastic atmosphere and beautiful flowers.

■Address and access to Shoboji Temple

Let's take a look at the address of Shoboji Temple and how to get there.

Address of Shoboji Temple

71 Shimogawara, Oaza Minamiko, Wazuka-cho, Souraku-gun, Kyoto, Japan

Access to Shoboji Temple

Approximately 20 minutes by Nara Kotsu Bus from JR Kamo Station

■ Summary

How was it?

In this issue, we introduced famous tea in Wazuka-cho, Kyoto, and Shoboji Temple, famous for its autumn foliage.

If you want to avoid crowded tourist attractions, please visit Wazuka Town! If so, please visit Wazuka Town.