Shishidome Power Station

This Tokyo Electric Power Company hydroelectric power plant is located about 15 minutes from Tsuru Interchange on the Chuo Expressway. Built on the slope of a mountain, the power plant started operation in 1913. It is famous for the more than 250 cherry blossom trees planted on both sides of its water pipes. Although the facility is not open to the public, the surrounding area is maintained for making visitors enjoy taking a stroll or viewing the flowers. The cherry blossoms can also be viewed from National Route 139, which runs nearby the facility. The blooming season is from early to mid-April. The fall foliage in the area around the power station's sluice gate, which is a national Registered Tangible Cultural Property, is also quite beautiful.