Release: 24.03.15
The moon is clear
~Invisible things~
〇Month x Sun
``When the flowers are in full bloom, the moon only looks at the edges.''
The moon is the closest to the earth, and even now, more than half a century after landing on the moon, the moon floating in the sky is still mysterious and romantic to me.
Of course, a cloudless full moon, but also the vague appearance of the moon appearing and disappearing behind clouds, and the waxing and waning changes of the moon, are deeply emotional and beautiful.
The other side of the moon is always invisible to us, and perhaps that's why it's so endearing and special to us.
There are many expressions associated with the moon that evoke images of beautiful scenes, such as ``cool moon,'' ``moon boat,'' ``Izayoi moon,'' and ``frozen moon.''
I am always deeply moved by the phonology of the moon. There is a cafe that draws me in strongly.
On a sunny day when the plum blossoms were budding and it felt like spring, I visited ``Tsukihare'' overlooking the beautiful rice terraces of Minami Alps City.
At this cafe run by Domaine Hide, you can enjoy wine, rice flour steamed bread, and a vegan lunch in an atmosphere of an old folk house that has been around for over 100 years.
Perched on the steep slopes of Mt. Kushigata, take a special seat by the window, overlooking Mt. Fuji and the vast terraced rice fields overlooking the Kofu Basin.
Mr. Shibuya of Domaine Hide wanted to build a hut to dry grapes, and in search of the wind, he came across this old folk house.
At first, they planned to use it as a residence, but they decided to open a cafe because the view was so beautiful that it would be a waste for the couple to have it all to themselves.
``Nakano's rice terraces, which form beautiful curves that spread out from the countryside, are an asset to Yamanashi, and indeed to Japan.''
Cooking rice from the rice terraces right in front of you and eating it while looking out at the rice terraces...this kind of luxury can never be experienced anywhere else!
The mountain breeze blows through, I stare at the flickering flames, and the sound of rice cooking is soothing to my ears.
The moment when you savor the happiness while enjoying freshly cooked rice with steam rising gently.
No matter how old I am, freshly cooked rice still smells like my mother.
A mother's smile as she says, ``Dinner is ready.'' I wonder if that's what my children see now.
A plate of seasonal potage and brightly colored vegetables is so hearty and satisfying that it overturns the image of a "vegan" and satisfies my stomach as a self-proclaimed carnivore.
Kintoki and lotus root curry sauce made with pesticide-free silk sweet, turnip simmered in wine, namul that is bright to the eye...the careful handiwork that you can feel on your tongue will melt your soul.
The rice flour buns highlight the taste of carefully selected ingredients and the deliciousness of rice flour, and are made simply without adding anything unnecessary.
The signature menu item, ``Mom's Mushi Bread,'' has a gentle but strong sweetness made from brown sugar from Yonaguni Island, and the juicy raisins add just the right amount of accent.
The set includes two types of brown sugar from Yonaguni Island and Hateruma Island, and you can enjoy the different flavors while stuffing your mouth with the freshly made fluffy sugar.
The milk used in the special Southern Alps Blend coffee is, of course, soy milk.
The flowers and plants displayed in the store and on the tables are all gifts from the surrounding countryside.
A moment of gratitude for the rich nature and the small changes of the seasons. I once again think that happiness is not about how big or small it is, but whether you feel it or not.
People tend to be fascinated by what they can see, but what is truly important is often invisible to the eye.
When you realize the value of things you cannot see, your life may suddenly become richer and happier.
``The waxing and waning of the moon, the passage of the wind, the vitality of grapes, the sound of fermentation. What Domaine Hide values when making wine is being in harmony with nature.''
Thinking about the invisible dark side of the moon, here we are once again, this time with wine made from the beauty of nature.
The moon is clear
Address | 316 Nakano, Minami Alps City, Yamanashi Prefecture |
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TEL | 055-267-6923 |
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