19/11/2024
🇬🇧🇫🇷• The Shizutani School Light-Up is an annual event that brings new life to one of Japan’s most historic sites during the vibrant autumn season. This year, the event took place from November 2-10, 2024, turning the grounds into an illuminated spectacle after dusk. The focal point of the light-up is the stunning Chinese pistache trees (楷の木), whose leaves shift to deep reds and golds, beautifully highlighted by gentle lighting.
But the charm of Shizutani School goes beyond the light-up event. Built in the Edo period in 1670, it holds the distinction of being Japan’s first public school, established to educate commoners—a rare concept at that time. The main lecture hall, with its distinctive tile roof and historic architecture, is designated as a National Treasure. The school grounds include a tranquil pond, traditional gardens, and ancient trees, making it a unique blend of educational history and natural beauty.
Visiting during the autumn season offers a dual experience: you get to explore the historical significance of the school during the day and enjoy its magical transformation by night during the light-up event. Whether you’re a history buff or simply in search of scenic spots, the Shizutani School is a hidden gem in Okayama that shouldn’t be missed.
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L’événement Shizutani School Light-Up, qui s’est déroulé du 2 au 10 novembre 2024, a illuminé les magnifiques feuillages d’automne de l’ancienne école, notamment les pistachiers chinois (楷の木) dont les feuilles se teintent de rouge éclatant. Cette mise en lumière crée une ambiance magique au sein de ce site historique.
Fondée en 1670, l’école de Shizutani est la première école publique du Japon, avec son bâtiment principal classé Trésor National. Entourée de jardins traditionnels et d’un paisible étang, c’est un lieu chargé d’histoire, idéal à visiter en toute saison, mais particulièrement enchanteur à l’automne avec les illuminations.
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