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Ueyama Rice Terraces
Uheyama no Tanada
A breathtaking landscape in Kami Town, Hyogo, selected as one of the '100 Best Rice Terraces in Japan.' Experience the serene beauty of traditional…Explore this spot

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The Ueyama Rice Terraces (Ueyama no Tahada) are located in the Odai district of Kami Town, Mykata District, Hyogo Prefecture.
What makes it special
100 Best Rice Terraces in JapanPhotogenic LandscapesHarmony with NatureGeopark ExplorationJapanese Rural Culture
About Ueyama Rice Terraces
- A must-visit for photographers seeking the quintessential Japanese rural landscape.
- Experience the stunning geometric curves of a site selected as one of the "100 Best Rice Terraces in Japan."
- May to June is the best time to visit, as the water-filled fields create a breathtaking "water mirror" effect.
- Enhance your trip by combining a visit with nearby hot springs or camping for a complete nature retreat.
Weather forecast
Tue
8/4
30°/23°
96%
Wed
8/5
31°/23°
80%
Thu
8/6
32°/24°
75%
Fri
8/7
32°/24°
90%
Sat
8/8
32°/22°
76%
Sun
8/9
31°/21°
71%
Mon
8/10
25°/22°
69%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (for nearby facilities)
English Support
English signage availability is unconfirmed
Reservations
Not required
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes and activewear
Photography
Photography is permitted (please do not interfere with farming activities)
Accessibility
Uneven terrain and slopes present
Etiquette
Do not enter private farmland; please take all trash home with you