Arata Slope (Arata-zaka)
A row of cherry trees said to have served as the inspiration for a scene in a popular manga.
This row of cherry trees is said to have served as the inspiration for a scene in a popular manga. During cherry blossom season, lanterns are lit, and many visitors come to view the flowers. In March 2019, the area was given the nickname “Arata-zaka” in honor of Arata Wataya, a character from *Chihayafuru* who lives in Awara City, and a stone monument featuring a karuta card was erected there.
Information
- Telephone Number Details
- 0776-73-8029 (Awara City Tourism Promotion Division)
- Address (in Japanese)
- 福井県あわら市山室レンゴー金津工場グラウンド横
- Opening Hours
- Parking is not available on Arata-zaka; please use the municipal parking lot at the East Exit of JR Awaraonsen Station. (Free for up to 1 hour; 2-minute walk) ★ During the cherry blossom season, the lanterns are lit from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. ★ As this is a residential area, please observe proper etiquette while viewing the cherry blossoms.
- Getting There
- A 5-minute walk from JR Awaraonsen Station
A 5-minute drive from the Kanazu Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway - Car Park
- No
- Car Park Details
- Parking is not available on Arata-zaka; please use the municipal parking lot at the East Exit of JR Awaraonsen Station. (Free for up to 1 hour; 2-minute walk)
★ During the blooming season, the lanterns are lit from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
★ As this is a residential area, please observe proper etiquette while viewing the cherry blossoms.
