Tsukinasa Bamboo Park

Tsukinasa Bamboo Park [殆洒竹编; つきなさ・たけ・こう] is a bamboo grove located within the boundary of Tsukinasa, on Katomo Island, Kawara Prefecture. The grove is a large and ancient area which originally held great religious significance, but is now a nature reserve open for visitors. 
At the entrance to the park is a statue of the folk deity Akibūi who was commonly worshipped as a guardian of the bamboo forests. Many shrines dedicated to Akibūi are located throughout the island and there are three annual festivals held in its honour. Near the statue is a restaurant, an onsen, and a visitors center. Just outside the park is the Takemi Market, where many locally grown foods and teas can be bought. In spring, the Takesori Festival is held within the park to honour Akibūi.