Autumn leaves at Maruyama Park Dodan Azalea Tunnel in OdaiTown Mie Prefecture are in full bloom! Welcome to Totoro's Forest
掲載日：2023.11.24
Currently, the Dodan Azalea Tunnel, a much-talked-about autumn foliage spot in OdaiTown Park in Shimomate, Odai-machi, Taki-gun, Mie Prefecture, is at its peak, and many people are visiting.
In this topic, we will introduce a person who has enjoyed shooting with a local photographer at this scenic spot in 2023, and who is knowledgeable about Okuise information. Mie Travel Ambassador Caster Mami But with the latest photosWe will thoroughly introduce the autumn leaves of the Maruyama Park Azalea Tunnel!
What is Maruyama Park Dodan Tsutsuji Tunnel?
Sakura-no-Sato Park and Momiji-no-Sato Park, Maruyama Park was little known until a few years ago, and is a quiet place where locals just go for a walk. It was a great park.Even in OdaiTown, where there are parks famous for their spectacular views such as
The reason why it started to attract attention isChairman of the Okuise Photo Club, who serves as the photographer for the author, Caster Mami, to take photos of scenic local spots.@kohshi.oby one photo. (This photo is different from the one shown here.)
OdaiTown Tourism Association's official Instagram accountTsutsuji, posted on , had many people glued to it, commenting, ``It's beautiful!'' and ``I want to go there!''The long tunnel-like bright red autumn leaves of Dodan
The Dodan Azalea Tunnel, which is known only to those in the know, is a local "Totoro's Forest" It has also become a hot topic that it is calledSince then, it has been featured many times in the prefecture's media, and is now so crowded that there are long lines of traffic during the autumn leaves season.“Buzz” autumn leaves spotThat's it.
Access to Maruyama Park
Maruyama Park is a place that many people who live in Okuise have never been to as it is not well known.
``I had no idea that such a spectacular view existed in my hometown!'' I keep hearing surprised voices.
This time, we will answer the questions of those who want to experience the world of Ghibli in the Doudan Tsutsuji tunnel, such as "Where is it?", "How do I get there?", "Is there a parking lot?", etc.
Maruyama Park is adjacent to Mate Park and is a very large park.It is also a perfect place to take a walk while enjoying forest bathing.
Now, I will start from the nearest expressway IC and show you how to get to Maruyama Park!
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Look for the signboard along the prefectural road.
the Kisei Expressway at Omiya Odai IC, turn left at the traffic light at the end, and turn left at the Odai Police Station traffic light.
Exit Proceed approximately 4km on Mie Prefectural Route 31 Odai Miyagawa Line towards Osugidani.
Turn right at the "Mate Maruyama Park 0.5km" sign along the prefectural road. This is the point where it's easy to get lost!
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Directions after turning right on the prefectural road
When you turn right at the first sign, the road becomes narrower as you pass between private houses. Please be careful.
There are photo signs placed at each junction.
It's a small signboard, so please move forward so you don't miss it.It's almost time to get to Maruyama Park!
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Maruyama Park guide map
When you enter the park, you will see the "Maruyama Park Guide Map" in front of you.
Turn left at this guide map.
The park is also small. There are days when there is traffic congestion from this area, so please be careful when driving.
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parking
There is a parking lot common to Maruyama Park and Mate Park, which can accommodate 12 cars.
It's full even on weekdays. Please yield and park your car.
There is also a restroom here.
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Doudan Tsutsuji climbing entrance
As you head back toward the Maruyama Park guide map from the parking lot, you will see a hand-made marker called ``Doudan Tsutsuji Climbing Entrance'' by a local.
There are stairs, so just follow the path.
The azalea tunnel continues for quite a distance, so it's a light exercise!
Many families with small children and people with dogs came to visit.
Temporary parking lot (added on November 25, 2023)
On November 25th, a temporary parking lot was opened due to overtourism.
The location is Mate Regional General Center, about 1 km from Maruyama Park.
``We ask that you please refrain from any nuisance behavior such as parking on the street, and please enjoy your time in moderation,'' said an announcement from OdaiTown and OdaiTown Tourism Association.
It's a 15-minute walk from the temporary parking lot, but we need everyone's cooperation for a fun autumn foliage viewing experience!
How to enjoy Maruyama Park and Mate Park
Of course, you can enjoy the autumn leaves in the tunnel of Dodan Tsutsuji, but there are other attractions such as a pond and a shrine within the large park, so please take your time and enjoy it.
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There are many trees with autumn leaves such as maples.
If you go straight to the right at the parking lot branch, you will enter Mate Park.
Along this route, there are many trees that turn red, such as maples, and the colorful leaves illuminated by the sun are beautiful.
I can't help but take a deep breath.
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Maple trees around Mate Park pond
Mate Park has a pond with bright red maple trees surrounding it. This is also a popular photo spot.
The resting space in the center of the pond is also nice.
Mate Park also has several walking routes that take you into the forest, so please enjoy walking.
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yagami
If you follow the Maruyama Park guide map at the park entrance and go to the right, you will find yagami.
Both the park and the shrine are managed by the local Shimomate Ward.
Please also visit us.
Let's go by rental bicycle/rental EV
If you drive by car, you'll get stuck in traffic and have a hard time getting to the tunnel of azaleas...Maruyama Park is such a popular spot that it's currently at its peak.
Here's a suggestion!
Why not rent a bicycle or rent an EV and enjoy viewing the autumn leaves without worrying about traffic jams?
You can rent it at Okuise Terrace, which is approximately 4.5km from Maruyama Park, and Okuise Forest Pier, which is approximately 6km from the park.
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Okuise Terrace
Okuise Terrace, which is located next to Michi-no-eki Okuise Odai and is operated by OdaiTown Tourism Association, will begin renting stylish EVs that do not emit carbon dioxide from the summer of 2023.
The rental fee is 1000 yen per hour.
There are two "smart EV" photo types that require a moped license, and one "EV trike" that requires a regular vehicle license.
Okuise Terrace
Address 663-1 Sawara, Odai-machi OdaiTown Mie Prefecture
Phone number 0598-84-1050
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Okuise Forest Pier
At Okuise Forest Pier, in addition to the same "smart EV" as Okuise Terrace, you can also rent bicycles.
The photo shows an E-bike, a sports-type electric bicycle that requires reservations, and the rental fee is 3,000 yen for 4 hours.
Rental bicycles without electric assist are 500 yen per hour and no reservations are necessary.
Okuise Forest Pier
Address: 993 Sono, Odai-cho OdaiTown, Mie Prefecture
Phone number 0598-76-1200
How was it
This time, we have provided details about the most talked about autumn foliage spot in OdaiTown, the Azalea Tunnel in Maruyama Park.
When I first learned about this spot from a photo, I immediately wanted to visit it!
Rent an E-bike at Okuise Forest Pier and head to Maruyama Park.
However, even though I had arrived at the park, I had no idea where the Azalea Tunnel was...
I searched all over the park and was very moved when I finally found it.
To see how it goes, check out this video from the YouTube channel "Going on an E-bike! Beginner Bicycle Women's Club" (lol)
May you all be able to reach the spectacular view without hesitation!