Ochatsubo do-chu

This Ochatsubo Dochu is a re-creation of the historical Edo period practice of preparing to bring the first pick of Uji tea for the Tokugawa shoguns by gathering the tea in Yamura to age for one summer before transport. Stands selling fresh locally grown vegetables and other goods are also popular attractions during the event.

AREA
Tsuru
FEES

Free

PHONE NUMBER
0554-43-1111 (Tsuru Tourism Association)
ADDRESS

Yamura First Elementary School
1-1-2 Kamiya, Tsuru City, Yamanashi Prefecture

ACCESS

Transfer to the Fujikyu Railway at JR Otsuki Station and get off at Yamuramachi Station. It's a 5-minute walk from there to the venue.

EVENT DATE

End of October


Due to concerns over the spread of Coronavirus, we regretfully announce the cancellation of Ochatsubo do-chu 2020.

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