As the heat subsides, it's a pleasant season for outings. New facilities perfect for autumn are opening one after another in the Tokai area. Here, we introduce the "latest outing spots" recommended for autumn excursions!

Born in Mie Prefecture! A huge outdoor facility where you can enjoy local ingredients

The plum grove park, where 2,000 plum blossoms of 50 varieties bloom, has undergone a major renovation! A large commercial facility, "Inabe City Plum Grove Park Awai," has been newly established. Boasting an area about 8 times that of Vantelin Dome Nagoya, you can enjoy dining, experiences, accommodation, and shopping.

"Kisetsu," produced by popular Inabe restaurants, offers gourmet food utilizing local ingredients, mainly vegetables grown in their own farm.

You can enjoy "Okazu-bako" (1,200 yen) made with fresh vegetables, and "Omusubi Umebayashi Park's Plum" (300 yen). There is also a vast lawn area, perfect for enjoying a picnic.

In addition, various experience programs are held seasonally. This season, you can enjoy a "Hojicha making experience" (1,000 yen / reservation required) where you roast and brew Inabe's specialty "Ishigurecha" to your liking.

Furthermore, you can experience making your own craft plum syrup using plums harvested in the park (2,000 yen / reservation required). *Until October

Of note is the accommodation facility "Oyado" (1 night for 2 people from 46,000 yen), surrounded by nature. The 6 guest rooms, generously using local timber, intentionally do not have televisions, providing a space where you can relax surrounded by the scent of wood. From the terrace, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Suzuka Mountains and there is also a semi-open-air bath.

For dinner, you can experience cooking "Asahi rice" grown on their own farm in a clay pot. You can fully enjoy local ingredients with sukiyaki featuring Inabe's "Sakura Pork" and seasonal vegetables.

Inabe City Plum Grove Park Awai
851 Kanae, Fujiwara-cho, Inabe City, Mie Prefecture

Newly opened in Hirugano Kogen! A complex facility with a dog run

"Kukuri Terrace," a complex facility, has opened in "Hirugano Kogen" located at an altitude of about 1000m in Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture!

At "Talat" cafe on the first floor, you can enjoy authentic Thai cuisine, such as "Gapao Rice" (1,400 yen) and "Green Curry" (1,300 yen). "Hirugano Kogen Milk Strawberry Milk" (500 yen), made with the famous "Hirugano Kogen Milk" and local strawberry syrup, is also popular.

Furthermore, the accommodation facility "Kukuri Nest" (from 14,400 yen per person / 1 night with 2 meals) has also opened on the second floor. Cages are also available, allowing you to spend a relaxing time with your beloved dog amidst the magnificent nature.

Kukuri Terrace
4670-424 Hirugano, Takasu-cho, Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture

From CBC TV "Naruhodo Presenter! Hanasaka Times" broadcast on Saturday, September 19, 2026. *Information in the article is as of the broadcast date.