A sea of plums in full bloom. “Inabe Bairin Park” created by local residents.

written by: Kanako Kamiya
photo by: Green Creative Inabe

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A sea of pink plum blossoms stretching out below

Every year, plum blossoms bloom in full splendor, delighting visitors.

Apparently, when the project was first planned, some people asked, “Who on earth would come out here in the middle of nowhere?”

However, come spring, people from all over the country began flocking here just to catch a glimpse of this breathtaking view—a vast sea of pink stretching out below.
Some 2,000 trees representing 50 varieties—including Nanko, Oushuku, Shirokaga, and Bungo plums—bloom in all their glory. The garden attracts 80,000 visitors annually, and the grounds are filled with laughter as people enjoy the flowers.

Surrounded by plum blossoms and their fragrance

Inabe Bairin Park was created so that everyone—down to the great-great-grandchildren—could enjoy a smile.
Let’s step into the plum grove and feel that warm sentiment.

Surrounded by beautiful pink and white plum blossoms, take a deep breath of their sweet and tangy fragrance, and you’ll find yourself rejoicing in the arrival of spring.

Next page：Inabe Bairin Park “Plum Blossom Festival”

written byKanako Kamiya

A writer originally from Fujiwara-cho, Inabe City. After working as a newspaper reporter, she transitioned to a career in journalism and writing. She has worked with publishers and other organizations on planning and reporting for magazines and web media, as well as assisting with book editing. With the theme of “passing on history, culture, and the wisdom of our ancestors to the next generation,” she continues to cover topics such as regional revitalization and the preservation of traditions.
photo byGreen Creative Inabe