Yokohama-machi Rapeseed Flower Field

Overview

Yokohama-machi is a town located on the Pacific coast of Aomori Prefecture. It's renowned for its rapeseed flower fields, among the largest in Japan. From early to late May, the fields come alive with a vibrant display of yellow, captivating visitors with their beauty. The fields stretch along the town's Hamanasu Kaido (National Route 279). The Rapeseed Flower Festival, held from mid-to-late May, brings a lively atmosphere and numerous events. These events include rapeseed-themed food tasting, rapeseed seedling planting experiences, and more. Spend the day exploring the fields or participating in the festival's activities. Yokohama-machi also boasts an abundance of delicious local cuisine. Enjoy the spring flavors with rapeseed oil, rapeseed honey, tender young shoots, and stems, all incorporated into unique dishes. Rapeseed-inspired sweets are also popular, such as rapeseed honey custard-filled cream puffs, rich and creamy rapeseed soft serve ice cream, and rapeseed doughnuts. With its beautiful spring scenery and delectable cuisine, Yokohama-machi's rapeseed flower fields are sure to create unforgettable memories.