Hasuzake wo Tanoshimu-kaiハス酒を楽しむ会

Summary

Sake flows at Hasuzake wo Tanoshimu-kai at Mimuroto-ji.

For those who are fans of historic temples and beautiful seasonal flowers, Mimuroto-ji in Uji City is a definite must. With a lovely hydrangea garden, a mountainside full of azaleas, and a water garden with 250 lotus pots, Mimuroto-ji is famous for its colorful blossoms and sees a lot of foot traffic in the warmer months. From early July to August the lotus flowers bloom in gorgeous shades of white and pink, and Mimuroto-ji has a wide variety of rare lotus breeds represented. Lotus flowers have long been associated with purity, beauty, and Buddhism, and it's said that where the Buddha Siddhārtha walked lotus flowers sprung up from his footsteps.

A lotus flower at Hasuzake wo Tanoshimu-kai at Mimuroto-ji.

Not only does Mimuroto-ji offer expansive gardens, they also provide alcohol if you plan your trip right! In mid-July, Mimuroto-ji hosts the Hasuzake wo Tanoshimu-kai, or "Meeting to Enjoy Lotus Sake". Tradition says that drinking from a lotus leaf stem is good for health and long life, so in that hope up to three hundred people can be served their sake lotus-style. A large lotus leaf is used as a cup, and it can be lifted up to extend the stem, which serves as a straw. Even if you aren't the biggest fan of alcohol, this event certainly makes for a great new experience!

Things to See/Do

  • Drink

Schedule

2024 Schedule

July 13th: Meeting to Enjoy Lotus Sake, 9:00 – 12:00 (limited to first 300 participants)

Notice: the event may be canceled in case of rain.

Access

Mimuroto-ji

Address

〒611-0013 京都府宇治市菟道滋賀谷21

TEL 0774-21-2067
FAX 0774-22-8865
WEB http://www.mimurotoji.com/

Admission

  • General Admission: ¥500
  • Primary School: ¥300

Hours

  • General Admission: 08:30 – 16:30 (April – October), 08:30 – 16:00 (November – March) (last admission 30 minutes prior to closing)
  • Closed: December 29th, 30th, and 31st 

Transportation

  • Keihan Uji Line ⇒ Mimurodo Station ⇒ 15 minutes walking
  • Keihan Uji Line ⇒ Uji Station ⇒ 20 minutes walking