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o! Go!GGo wi■ y■r family! Go wi■ y■r friends! IRUMA CITY GUIDEBOOK & MAPCOURSE | INDEXExplore Iruma’s locations via the recommended routes!courseMAP 25They have been practising traditional organic farming without pesticides for over 40 years. The tea estate has adopted a progressive approach focusing on producing healthier teas. Their organic green and black teas, marked with the JAS label, make great gifts.MAP 47The city’s favourite tofu shop has been in business for 60 years and uses Japanese soybeans and bittern from Sado, Niigata. Popular items include Iruma tofu, made with soybeans grown in Iruma using an antifoaming method. Daily specials include sweet treats, such as soy pulp doughnuts, as well as tofu skin and soymilk soft serve.MAP 49MAP 07MAP 46COURSE | 01The factory tour facility is run by Shinjuku Nakamuraya, famous for its Chinese buns. Families love learning about Chinese buns on a tour where they can see the production process in action. It’s delightful to have the opportunity to sample freshly steamed buns. Free admission (reservations required for groups of two or more). *Check the website to find out more. MAP 4801 Sakurayama Observation DeckThe view of the tea plantations from an altitude of 189 meters is truly calming.02 ChanowaSayama tea is especially delicious when enjoyed in the midst of a tea plantation.03 Organic Sayamacha Marushin Masuoka-EnSurprise someone with Sayama tea from a tea estate that was one of the first to adopt organic cultivation.04 PorcellinoDine at an Italian restaurant known to locals.The restaurant is run by a husband-and-wife team and is tucked away in a residential area. Popular lunch set menus include pasta, lasagne, and gratin rice, which vary depending on the season. They also sell lovely handmade baked goods. Lunch costs from ¥1,590.06 Shimaya TofuTry handmade Japanese soybean tofu and soymilk desserts.You want your kids to try new things but are short on time... This route is perfect for you.The route takes you on a journey through Iruma, which is a comfortable distance from the Tokyo city center and o■ers unusual experiences and food spots that children will enjoy.As your kids grow up, you may find yourself having to spend a lot of money. If that’s the case, consider shopping at an outlet mall where you can find a wide variety of items for both kids and adults at a■ordable prices.Combine shopping with dining and hands-on activities in the vicinity to double the fun.If you’re looking for a chance to potter about with your friends, this is the route for you.You can chat and take photos along the way, then upload them to social media. Riding a bike along a road surrounded by tea plantations is a rare experience.Visit Johnson Town, which o■ers many photo opportunities.Iruma is a fun place to visit no matter who you go with, o■ering enjoyable spots for families and friends.Here are three di■erent routes that cover classic, popular, and slightly lesser-known destinations. You can also add other spots of interest to these routes! Enjoy exploring Iruma in your own way.Spend time in the tea plantations and discover the unique foods, gifts, and scenic views of Iruma. Get to know the locals and learn about the history and hidden gems of Iruma, which are not yet widely known. Let’s make it a day full of smiles for the whole family.START05 Nakamuraya Chukaman MuseumYou can sample and see the production process of the very popular Chinese buns!GOALRecommended RoutesEnjoy a full range of experiencesEnjoy shopping and local cuisinePotter about to enjoy Sayama tea unique to Irumaand photography01Enjoy a full range of experiences unique to Iruma09010304060502with Anyone.01course02course03course