Yuya no Nagafuji Wisteria flowers

  

Visiting Yuya no Nagafuji in Iwata Hamamatsu is like walking into a beautiful picture. This place has a very old wisteria tree that is about 850 years old. Wisteria trees have long, purple flowers that hang down from the branches. The best time to see these flowers is in mid-April when they are in full bloom. These photos were taken on April 13th.

The story behind Yuya no Nagafuji is interesting. A long time ago, a princess named Yuya Gozen loved wisteria flowers. She planted them here, and that's why the place is called Yuya no Nagafuji, which means "Yuya's long wisteria."

Next to the temple, there is a park and a center for traditional arts. People can sit on benches, enjoy the view, and have picnics. It's a great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Yuya no Nagafuji is a wonderful place with beauty and a peaceful atmosphere. It’s a place where you can see one of the oldest wisteria trees in Japan and learn about a princess who loved these flowers long ago. Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to relax or an opportunity to connect with nature and history, Yuya no Nagafuji is waiting for you.

You can take a 20-minute walk from the "Nagamori" bus stop to get to the temple. This bus stop is reached by taking the Entetsu Bus from "Iwata" station. You can also take a 30-minute taxi ride from Hamamatsu Station or a 10-minute taxi ride from Toyodacho Station.

For more information about Yuya no Nagafuji and how to plan your visit, you can check iNHamamatsu website https://www.inhamamatsu.com/recommend/yuya-no-nagafuji.php. There, you’ll find more details about the location, the best times to visit, and what you can expect to see.

Unfortunately this year the flowers are already at the end of their season. Next year, why not plan a visit to see these amazing flowers? Walking under the purple flowers is like stepping into a different world. It's a great experience that you will remember for a long time. So, come and see the beauty of Yuya no Nagafuji for yourself! We hope you enjoy your visit to this special place!