The Spider Lilies of Karasu River

sightseeing

This field of spider lilies was planted on the banks of the Karasu River by local volunteers. The carpet of red flowers blooms along the Karasu River in autumn, with Mt. Haruna and the clear blue sky providing the backdrop for a spectacular view.

Basic Information

Location
Mayusumi, Kamisato Town (North side of Kamisato Golf Course)
TEL
0495-35-1221(Kamisato Town Hall)
FAX
0495-33-2429(Kamisato Town Hall)
Event Information
Mid-September to early October: Blue and red contrast

Business hours / Fee

Regular holiday
No holiday
Fee
Free

How to get there

Public transport
About 10 minutes by taxi (2.5km) from "Jimbohara Station" on the JR Takasaki Line
Car
About 10 minutes (5.4km) from Kanetsu Expressway "Kamisato Smart IC"
Parking
Available (Please use the parking lot of Oshibo Public Park Baseball Field.)

Other

Remarks
Please contact Kamisato Town Hall (Tel: 0495-35-1221) for details.

Map

Nearby spots

Kamisato Golf Course
Kamisato Golf Course

This riverside course has a mix of flat and undulating greens and is blessed with a rich natural scenery, with a view of the three mountains of Jōmō and Mt. Asama, and a carpet of red spider lilies in bloom during peak season. The specialty of the course is No. 17, a 595-yd (regular), par 6, extra-long course.

Battle of Kanagawa Battleground
Battle of Kanagawa Battleground

This location is the site of the battle of Kanagawa, the largest field battle to have ever taken place in the Kanto region. The fierce battle took place on June 18 and 19, 1582 along the Kannagawa River on the border between Musashi (Tokyo and Kanagawa) and Ueno (Gunma) between Takikawa Kazumasu, lord of Ueno Umabashi Castle, and forces led by Hojo Ujikuni, lord of Musashi Hachigata Castle, and Hojo Ujinao, lord of Odawara Castle. The battle was also known as the “Battle of Kanakubohara" due to being fought in and around Kanakubo and Bisado areas of Kamisato-town.

Kamisato Kyodo Shiryokan
Kamisato Kyodo Shiryokan

Here you can see the only castanet-playing haniwa (clay figurine) and dancing female haniwa (clay figurine) ever found in Japan! In addition to the many earthenware and stone tools on display, you'll get an introduction to the life of Kiku Nishizaki, the first Japanese female seaplane pilot and great historical figure of Kamisato, who was the model for the heroine of an NHK TV series.

Agripark Kamisato Farmers Market
Agripark Kamisato Farmers Market

Located right next to the Kamisato Smart IC, this store is packed with fresh produce representative of Kamisato, such as pears, strawberries, corn, cucumbers, and tomatoes. The store is also popular for holding events featuring seasonal fruits and vegetables, such as the Corn Fair, Pear Fair, and Strawberry Fair. In the food court attached to the store there are a local handmade udon noodle restaurant called Kiyanchi and a handmade hamburger steak restaurant with its head office in Sengoku (Tokyo) called Grill K Farms which attract many lunchtime visitors from near and far.

Konohana Park Kamisato Shopping Mall
Konohana Park Kamisato Shopping Mall

Located right by the Kamisato Smart IC for great accessibility. You can shop for seasonal fruits and vegetables, western and Japanese sweets, and even experience harvesting the fruits and vegetables yourself! Look forward to further developments from Kamisato Town as a center of tourism!

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