20 Cherry Trees Planted at Ikedera Tameike Pond in front of Saimyōji Temple, Kotō Sanzan
Ikkyuan Co., Ltd. planted 20 cherry trees at Ikedera Tameike Pond, located in front of Saimyōji Temple in Kotō Sanzan, Kora-cho, Shiga Prefecture. This initiative aims to add new spring charm to Saimyōji, famous for its autumn foliage, and create a relaxing space for local residents and tourists.
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Ikkyuan Co., Ltd. has planted 20 cherry trees (Jindai Akebono variety) at "Ikedera Tameike Pond" in front of Saimyōji Temple, Kotō Sanzan, located in Kora-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture.
Volunteers planting trees
Local residents who resonated with the purpose of this project helped with the tree planting.
Saimyōji Temple is a famous spot in the Kotō region, attracting many visitors for its autumn foliage. Meanwhile, Ikkyuan, driven by the desire to "create a place where local people and tourists can relax not only in autumn but also in spring," collaborated with Sennaritei Food Co., Ltd. (https://www.sennaritei.jp/) on this tree planting project.
Saimyōji Temple's three-story pagoda (National Treasure) in autumn colors
During the autumn foliage season, many people visit from all over the country for sightseeing. In 2022, it was selected as one of "Japan's 31 Most Beautiful Places" in a CNN web feature, alongside places like Itsukushima Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple.
In a few years, when the planted cherry trees bloom, the area around Ikedera Tameike Pond is expected to become a new spring landscape, aiming to be a relaxing place for local residents and visitors to Saimyōji Temple to enjoy the season.
Ikkyuan, walking alongside Saimyōji Temple's gate
Ikkyuan began its business in 1976, selling souvenirs and offering tourist photography services at Saimyōji Temple. In 1979, it opened as a restaurant and souvenir shop in front of Saimyōji Temple.
Since then, supported by customers visiting Saimyōji Temple, local residents, and tourists visiting the Kotō region, we have continued our business in this area for many years.
This tree planting is not merely about creating a landscape. It is an initiative by Ikkyuan, which has long operated its business in front of Saimyōji Temple, to express gratitude to the community and foster a landscape that will remain for future generations.
Adding spring enjoyment to an autumn famous spot
The area around Saimyōji Temple is bustling with many people enjoying the autumn foliage. On the other hand, if we can create a "reason to visit" in spring, the charm of the region will further expand. The scenery of blooming cherry blossoms will be a daily pleasure for local residents and a new destination for tourists.
These 20 cherry trees planted at Ikedera Tameike Pond will not immediately show a full bloom. However, in a few years, they will gradually bloom and eventually grow into a presence that colors the spring of the region.
Cherry trees still needing stakes
The planted cherry trees are the Jindai Akebono variety, known for its strong vitality. They are still seedlings and will be supported by stakes until they grow to a certain extent.
Ikkyuan will continue to work on creating a spring landscape in front of Saimyōji Temple, watching their growth together with the local community.
Representative's Comment
Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director of Ikkyuan Co., Ltd., commented on this initiative as follows:
Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director, Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
"Ikkyuan has long conducted business in front of Saimyōji Temple. It is thanks to the support of local residents and the many customers who visit Saimyōji Temple that we have been able to continue to this day.
This cherry tree planting is a small step to connect that gratitude to the future. We hope that not only in autumn with the foliage, but also in spring, this place will gather people and bring smiles. I am very much looking forward to imagining the scene where local people and customers enjoy the flowers under these cherry trees in a few years.
Ikkyuan will continue to be a company that not only brings smiles to the community through food but also connects the local landscape and culture to the next generation."
Future Outlook
Ikkyuan will continue to monitor the growth of the planted cherry trees and work with the community to create a spring-enjoyable landscape around Ikedera Tameike Pond.
Image of 10 years later
In the future, we plan to disseminate information about the growth and blooming of the cherry trees on our official website and social media. Eventually, we aim to connect this to new tourist routes for enjoying Saimyōji Temple's gate in spring and creating a cherry blossom viewing spot where local residents can easily stop by.
Implementation Overview
Project Name: Ikedera Tameike Cherry Tree Planting Project
Location: Around Ikedera Tameike Pond, Kora-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture
Number of Trees Planted: 20 cherry trees
Implementing Bodies: Ikkyuan Co., Ltd., Sennaritei Food Co., Ltd.
Objectives: Creation of a spring landscape in front of Saimyōji Temple, creation of a community resting place, cultivation of tourism resources
Future Plans: Dissemination of cherry tree growth/blooming status, continued landscape creation in collaboration with the community
Company Profile
Company Name: Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
Location: 1-20 Ikedera, Kora-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture
Representative: Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director
Business Activities: Restaurant operation, souvenir sales, food manufacturing and sales
Official Website: https://www.19an.com/
Contact for this matter
Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
Contact Person: Satoshi Uekawa
TEL: 0749-38-3851
Mail: s-uekawa@19an.com
Official Website: https://www.19an.com/
Volunteers planting trees
Local residents who resonated with the purpose of this project helped with the tree planting.
Saimyōji Temple is a famous spot in the Kotō region, attracting many visitors for its autumn foliage. Meanwhile, Ikkyuan, driven by the desire to "create a place where local people and tourists can relax not only in autumn but also in spring," collaborated with Sennaritei Food Co., Ltd. (https://www.sennaritei.jp/) on this tree planting project.
Saimyōji Temple's three-story pagoda (National Treasure) in autumn colors
During the autumn foliage season, many people visit from all over the country for sightseeing. In 2022, it was selected as one of "Japan's 31 Most Beautiful Places" in a CNN web feature, alongside places like Itsukushima Shrine and Kinkaku-ji Temple.
In a few years, when the planted cherry trees bloom, the area around Ikedera Tameike Pond is expected to become a new spring landscape, aiming to be a relaxing place for local residents and visitors to Saimyōji Temple to enjoy the season.
Ikkyuan, walking alongside Saimyōji Temple's gate
Ikkyuan began its business in 1976, selling souvenirs and offering tourist photography services at Saimyōji Temple. In 1979, it opened as a restaurant and souvenir shop in front of Saimyōji Temple.
Since then, supported by customers visiting Saimyōji Temple, local residents, and tourists visiting the Kotō region, we have continued our business in this area for many years.
This tree planting is not merely about creating a landscape. It is an initiative by Ikkyuan, which has long operated its business in front of Saimyōji Temple, to express gratitude to the community and foster a landscape that will remain for future generations.
Adding spring enjoyment to an autumn famous spot
The area around Saimyōji Temple is bustling with many people enjoying the autumn foliage. On the other hand, if we can create a "reason to visit" in spring, the charm of the region will further expand. The scenery of blooming cherry blossoms will be a daily pleasure for local residents and a new destination for tourists.
These 20 cherry trees planted at Ikedera Tameike Pond will not immediately show a full bloom. However, in a few years, they will gradually bloom and eventually grow into a presence that colors the spring of the region.
Cherry trees still needing stakes
The planted cherry trees are the Jindai Akebono variety, known for its strong vitality. They are still seedlings and will be supported by stakes until they grow to a certain extent.
Ikkyuan will continue to work on creating a spring landscape in front of Saimyōji Temple, watching their growth together with the local community.
Representative's Comment
Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director of Ikkyuan Co., Ltd., commented on this initiative as follows:
Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director, Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
"Ikkyuan has long conducted business in front of Saimyōji Temple. It is thanks to the support of local residents and the many customers who visit Saimyōji Temple that we have been able to continue to this day.
This cherry tree planting is a small step to connect that gratitude to the future. We hope that not only in autumn with the foliage, but also in spring, this place will gather people and bring smiles. I am very much looking forward to imagining the scene where local people and customers enjoy the flowers under these cherry trees in a few years.
Ikkyuan will continue to be a company that not only brings smiles to the community through food but also connects the local landscape and culture to the next generation."
Future Outlook
Ikkyuan will continue to monitor the growth of the planted cherry trees and work with the community to create a spring-enjoyable landscape around Ikedera Tameike Pond.
Image of 10 years later
In the future, we plan to disseminate information about the growth and blooming of the cherry trees on our official website and social media. Eventually, we aim to connect this to new tourist routes for enjoying Saimyōji Temple's gate in spring and creating a cherry blossom viewing spot where local residents can easily stop by.
Implementation Overview
Project Name: Ikedera Tameike Cherry Tree Planting Project
Location: Around Ikedera Tameike Pond, Kora-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture
Number of Trees Planted: 20 cherry trees
Implementing Bodies: Ikkyuan Co., Ltd., Sennaritei Food Co., Ltd.
Objectives: Creation of a spring landscape in front of Saimyōji Temple, creation of a community resting place, cultivation of tourism resources
Future Plans: Dissemination of cherry tree growth/blooming status, continued landscape creation in collaboration with the community
Company Profile
Company Name: Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
Location: 1-20 Ikedera, Kora-cho, Inukami-gun, Shiga Prefecture
Representative: Satoshi Uekawa, Representative Director
Business Activities: Restaurant operation, souvenir sales, food manufacturing and sales
Official Website: https://www.19an.com/
Contact for this matter
Ikkyuan Co., Ltd.
Contact Person: Satoshi Uekawa
TEL: 0749-38-3851
Mail: s-uekawa@19an.com
Official Website: https://www.19an.com/