Rhododendron flowers are in full bloom! The ruins of Mise-yakata, a place associated with Kitabatake Tomokyou, and the Chausuyama Observatory with its fresh greenery | OdaiTown, Mie Prefecture

​The Battle of Okawachi Castle took place in 1569 (Eiroku 12) in what is now MatsusakaCity, and was a famous battle between the Sengoku daimyo of Owari Province, Oda Nobunaga, and the governor of Ise Province, Kitabatake Tomochika, and his eldest son, Tomofusa.

"The Battle of Okawachi Castle" They made peace with the United States and made it a condition for them to leave. Kitabatake Tomochika but, Retreat The current museum was established as a OdaiTown shimomise Then, in 1576 (Tensho 4), Oda Nobunaga Until he was assassinated by an assassin on the orders of "Mitsuse Hall" He is said to have spent time in

This area has been designated as a prefectural historic site.

Mitsuse Castle ruins On the south side of Kitabatake Tomochika and the spirits of his retainers were enshrined. Body mound Currently, A famous spot for cherry blossoms and autumn leaves Also "Mitsuse Castle Ruins" but, Cherry Blossom Square There are about 30 trees surrounding the area. Rhododendron There are flower When they bloom, it is a sight to behold.

April 13, 2024 the current, Rhododendron The flowering situation of 30% degree.

The photo at the top of this topic was taken on April 14th last year when the flowers were in full bloom, dyed a gorgeous deep pink all over.

2024 of Peak viewing time teeth, Third weekend of April This is the prediction.

Mitsuse Castle ruins

Address: Odaiyokamimise, Taki District, Mie Prefecture
Access: 8 minutes by car from Omiya Odai IC on the Kisei Expressway
27 minutes walk from Misetani Station on the JR Kisei Main Line
Parking for about 5 cars

Right next to the ruins of Mise Castle is Chausuyama, which was a lookout post at the time.

Around the mountain Promenade It is well equipped, Several routes There are 10-minute walk To an extent Observatory You will arrive at.

The panoramic view​ ​of OdaiTown from here is spectacular throughout the four seasons!

fields or Tea plantation A quaint private house surrounded by Kisei Main Line In the distance, a vehicle passes through the area, and in the distance is the winner of the 2009 Japan Society of Civil Engineers Design Award. highway Bridges "Kisemiyagawa Bridge" can also be seen.

local The kids too Walking I'm coming An easy mountain to climb that's why, family It is also recommended for.

Be sure to climb up for a spectacular view.

Chausuyama

Address: Odaiyokamimise, Taki District, Mie Prefecture
Access: 10 minutes walk from Mitsuse Castle ruins to the observation deck
No parking available
Parking at the Mitsuse Castle ruins is recommended

In Misugicho TsuCity, Mie Prefecture There is also a shrine with the same name, Mitsuse Castle ruins from 5 minutes walk At the location of OdaiTown of Kitabatake-JinjaShrine is quietly enshrined there. Kitabatake Historic Site Tour As part of Mitsuse Castle ruins, Chausuyama Please also visit the following:

Kitabatake-JinjaShrine

Address: 664 Kamimise, Odai, Taki District, Mie Prefecture
Access: 5 minutes on foot from Mitsuse Castle ruins
Parking for about 2 cars

Near Odai Junior High School there is an illustrated map of the Kitahata Historic Site in OdaiTown, designed by a graduate.

The furthest spot introduced this time Chausuyama to, "Okuise Odai Michi-no-eki" from 30-minute walk Spring to early summer walking It's also great for.