Maruyama Senmaida

丸山千枚田

4.5Est. 60Kumano, Kansai

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Overview

1,340 rice paddies on steep mountain terraces creating stunning seasonal geometric patterns.

One of Japan's most beautiful rice cultivation sites with 1,340 small paddies arranged on steep mountain terraces. The geometric patterns shift seasonally, flooded sky reflections in spring, vibrant green in summer, golden grain in autumn.

Practical info

Japanese name: 丸山千枚田
Nearest station: Shingu Station (30 min bus)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: not required

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