Maruyama Senmaida, Rice terrace complex in Kumano, Japan
The Maruyama Senmaida contains 1,340 rice paddies stretching along the steep slope of Mount Shirakura, creating a structured pattern on the mountainside.
Records from 1601 indicate the presence of 2,240 rice fields in this location, demonstrating the long-standing agricultural heritage of the Kumano region.
The Mushi-Okuri festival in June features traditional prayers and ceremonies, with 1,340 lights illuminating each terrace field during evening celebrations.
Visitors can reach the terraces by taking a bus from Kumano-shi Station to Senmaida-Toritooge-iriguchi stop, followed by a 30-minute uphill walk.
Each rice paddy requires manual cultivation without machinery due to the steep terrain, preserving traditional farming methods across generations.
Location: Kumano
Website: https://maruyamasenmaida.jp
GPS coordinates: 33.87500,135.95556
Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:08
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