Buckwheat fields in Aizu / Buckwheat fields on the Sarugaku Plateau

Buckwheat fields spread across the mountainous landscape of Aizu. From late August to early September, the buckwheat flowers come into full bloom, creating a magnificent and beautiful vista. These charming flowers endure a harsh environment marked by drastic temperature differences between day and night, ultimately transforming into buckwheat with a rich aroma and robust flavor.