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Ita’s Rapeseed Field: A Scenic Gem on the Izu Peninsula
早春の伊田村に広がる、自然と人の営みが織りなす美しい風景
The Ita rapeseed field is a charming local attraction designed to be enjoyed from the Sparkling Hill Lookout (Kirameki-no-Oka, 煌めきの丘), located along Prefectural Highway No. 17 in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The lookout gets its poetic name from the way sunlight reflects off the tips of the waves in Suruga Bay, making the sea sparkle like diamonds at certain times of the day under the right conditions.
From the lookout point, a set of stairs leads down to the field (about a 10-minute walk), where you can explore more local treasures. Nearby, you'll find a well-preserved historical tomb and a museum displaying excavated artifacts from the area. Another highlight is the picturesque Myojin Pond, a naturally formed freshwater pond created over millennia by sandbar currents. Fed by a natural spring, the pond is home to carp, crucian carp, goldfish, and eels.
Between late January and mid-February, the bright yellow rapeseed blossoms bloom in a unique formation — spelling out the kanji characters for Ita (井田) against the backdrop of rich brown soil and green winter foliage. This striking contrast is best appreciated from above, where the vivid yellow field is framed by the deep blue waters of Suruga Bay, steep cliffs, and — on a clear day — a breathtaking view of Mt. Fuji to the north.
Since 1982, local villagers, many of whom operate guesthouses and small businesses, have been planting rapeseed flowers in fallow rice paddies after the harvest. Their goal: to create a seasonal attraction that draws visitors beyond the busy summer beachgoers season.
Despite challenges of an aging and dwindling population, seven dedicated locals continue this labor of love, maintaining a display that spans approximately 30,000 square meters (322,917 sq. ft.).
A member of the Ita Promotion Committee, quoted in a local newspaper, shared his story: born in Ita, he moved away for college and work, only to return later in life after his children were grown. Now, he works to preserve the natural beauty of the village — the same landscape and seascape his ancestors cherished — so future generations can enjoy the view he knew as a child.
- Location: Numazu, Shizuoka, Japan
- Timestamp: 2025/03/19・09:00 and 09:01
- Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP
- 105 mm ISO 400 for 1/400 sec. at ƒ/9
- 28 mm ISO 100 for 1/250 sec. at ƒ/8
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