[2025 Kuwana Attraction] Travel Guide for Nabana no Sato (Updated Feb)
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The Land of Flowers is located in Kuwana Long Island Resort, Mie Prefecture, east of Nagoya. It is a flower-themed park. Every spring and summer, it transforms into a large rose garden or tulip garden, and in autumn, red leaves are everywhere. It is particularly worth mentioning that the gorgeous light show built around the theme of that year every winter, lighting up the lights under the night sky is like walking into a fairy tale world, romantic and wonderful.
🇯🇵 Japan’s largest sea of lights at night is in Nagoya
I believe everyone who has been to Japan is familiar with Japan’s sea of night lights. Every city and region is striving to create the most beautiful and largest night light show. 💡The suburbs of Nagoya, which many people find boring, are home to Japan’s largest nighttime sea of lanterns - Nahana no Sato Sea of Lights💗
This sea of lights is located in the park. It is characterized by a large and sloping hill. Therefore, you can enjoy this large sea of lights from different angles whether standing at the foot of the mountain or on the slope of the mountain! ⛰️💛
I really like the light tunnel when he enters the scene, and the large grassland that alludes to different cute movies, such as Kumamon’s hill 🤎 There is a restaurant where you can eat, so you don’t have to worry about the awkward time if you come at night🥰
Whether you come here with a family or a couple, it is also a very romantic and fun place🌹
📍Nabana no Sato Illumination
🕰️ From October to the end of May every year, please refer to the official website for the exact dates
💰2300 yen admission
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"Japan🇯🇵Nagoya Flower Viewing Tour" with transportation and ticketing information
The official claim of Minghua nori covers an area of 300,000 square meters
There are cherry blossoms, tulips, and philodendrons in spring, hydrangeas and calendula in summer, cosmos and dahlias in autumn, and light shows in winter.
The flowers and plants of Figures 1 to 4
Accompanied by Courage Bear
Let everyone have a sneak peek
Each type of flower has a name
Some with background little introduction
Great for bringing children 👍🏼
There is knowledge to learn
You can check in again
There are many drinks and snacks along the way
Figure 5 shows the entrance to "Long Island Onsen Ri no Yu"
Wash your hands first, then you can wash in the natural hot spring
Because the weather is too good, the sun is shining
After a long walk, the best thing is to eat
I personally recommend "Long Island Beer Garden"
You can enjoy 3 kinds of beer produced in Japan🍻
Snacks and delicious
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Voucher for Entrance Ticket (Voucher Voucher)
I really didn't expect it to be so affordable
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📍〒511-1144 Komae Urushibata 270, Nagashima-cho, Kuwana, Mie Prefecture
🕰️9:00~21:00
🚌 Take the direct bus (Mie Transportation・Meitetsu Bus) from Meitetsu Bus Center for about 30 minutes
🚉JR Kansai Main Line / Kintetsu Nagoya Line Alight at "Sanna" Station, change from East Exit to Mie Transportation Direct Bus, about 10 minutes drive
💰Tickets 1600 yen (1,000 yen voucher for in-park use included)
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Nagoya Flower Village🤪Super greenhouse😍Check in at the flower wall👀Girls' hearts burst😳
Nahana no Ri is located in Sanna, Mie Prefecture 😍 is a large sightseeing facility opened in 1998 😚 It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Mie Prefecture ❤️ There are many tourists throughout the year 🤣 Many of them are locals so you can imagine it Is how attractive
Famous Flowers is actually affiliated with Long Island Resort ❤️
There are many hot spring hotels and water parks in Long Island Resort 👀 So many people will come here for three days and two nights!! ️
Famous Flowers is famous for its flowers as many as stars😌 Where you can take pictures of a sea of flowers😳 Especially to spring and summer is even more beautiful🥹
There are tulips 🌷 daisies 🌼 begonias and other flowers 🤩 Walking in is like going to another world 🤪
And in winter there will be less flowers blooming however there will be a million LED lights 🤣 is a very attractive program 👍🏻
There are many ways to get to Famous Flowers!! ️ A more friendly way is to use trams 🤔
You can get off at Kintetsu-sanna and Nagashima stations
Travelers can use Kintetsu Tram Pass😍 so they can depart from Osaka, Nagoya and other major train stations👀 The time depends on your departure location
And in June ~ mid-October, there is a bus 🚌 to and from Kintetsu-sanname Station and the name of Hanamiri🤩 The journey only takes 20 minutes😳 It is a convenient move for tourists👍🏻
The entrance fee of Famous Flowers will change according to the season ❤️🤔 The recommended advice in advance is the official website to understand the ticket price🤪 However, I personally think it should be almost the same and go to play will not be hesitant for the tickets🎫😂
The most famous flower in Famous Flowers is the romantic 🌹 greenhouse Begonia Garden😚 The whole place covers an area of 9000 square meters🤣 It is the largest begonia garden in Japan🇯🇵👀 There are nearly 5000 begonia flowers☺️ Colorful photos The photos are quite impressive 👍🏻
In addition, plus the rose block garden😳 Here every year there are 12,000 flowers blooming rotating throughout the year😌 Very charming
There is also a giant pond in the greenhouse!! ️ There are plants all around ❤️ It is one of the good places to take pictures 😚😚
If you are tired of looking at the flowers, you can also go to the day spa in the garden, Ri no Yu to relax 👍🏻 where you can enjoy the natural hot spring ♨️ relax your feet 🤪 However, because the summer is quite hot so I did not try
You might as well visit Nagoya
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The main lighting of Nahana no Sato [Sky Ship]
The theme of the main lights of Nagoya's famous lighting exhibition "Famous Flowers" changes every year. From 2022 to 2023, the image of the sea of lights in the early years is "Ship in the Sky". It is shaped like a ship, floating on a large sea of LED lights, and combined with different projections and light and sound designs, to create a spaceship, a whale, a wooden boat, a sailing ship... different sounds and lights, dynamic and brilliant scenery, which is very worthy of everyone's special visit Come and see this annual sound, light and video show.
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Famous flowers in winter night lights, reflecting the light like the Milky Way
Nahana no Sato is the most famous tourist attraction in Mie Prefecture. It is affiliated to Nagashima Resort. Naka no Sato is famous for its flowers that are as numerous as stars. It is beautiful in spring and summer and attracts a large number of Japanese people to visit all year round. . During the winter season, from October to May, the Nahana no Sato Park will be lit up with a mesmerizing sea of lights. More than 8 million LED lights will decorate the park like a fairyland. It is the most splendid winter lighting exhibition area in Japan. First of all, Introducing two beautiful light corridor designs [Light Tunnel] and [Red Leaves]. The Light Tunnel is filled with golden LED petal-shaped small lights, all over the sky. The tunnel is 200 meters straight and the golden light corridor above your head is like Stroll through the endless galaxy. Another curved light corridor is [Red Leaves]. The lights are in the shape of maple leaves and change colors accordingly. It is like walking into a four-season forest and the poetry of autumn green leaves gradually turning red.
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Holidays at Nabana no Sato, Mie Prefecture
At "Nabana-no-Sato", you can see various flowers and trees through the four seasons. The seasonal events which can be enjoyed from spring to winter are popular.
In winter, one of the largest illuminations in Japan is held (late October - late May).
The scale and the quality are the world's top class.
The place was chosen as the "Popular Sightseeing Spot for Foreigners in 2017".
The spring time flower festival is held from February to late June, and there are many flowers such as plum, Kawazu cherry blossoms, weeping plum, tulips, roses, hydrangea and irises.
In particular, the flower garden is one of the largest in Japan!
Within the premises, you can also enjoy natural hot spring in an outdoor bath on a day trip basis at "Sato-no-Yu" hot spring.
There is also the "Nagashima Beer Garden" where you can drink freshly brewed local beer.
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Highlight of my lenghty stay in Japan so far. I absolutely adored the place. The Tunnel of Light seemed endless. The garden itself is very beautiful and the illumination is simply magical.
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Enchanting Winter Wonderland at Nabona no Sato
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I was mesmerized by the breathtaking winter illumination at Nabona no Sato in Japan. The entire village was transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland, with millions of twinkling lights adorning the streets, houses, and gardens. The intricate designs and vibrant colors created a magical atmosphere, perfect for a romantic evening stroll. As I wandered through the illuminated village, I felt as though I had stepped into a fairy tale. A truly unforgettable experience, Nabona no Sato's winter illumination is a must-see in Japan.
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Mie Prefecture: Welcome to a dreamlike world of light!
📍 Nabana no Sato, Mie Prefecture, Japan Winter illuminations
📅 From the end of October to May of the following year In Japan, there are many events that compete for the beauty of winter illuminations, and among them, the gardens of Nabana no Sato always reign at the top.
This magnificent and beautiful flower field and the enchanting illuminations that light up at night are worth seeing. Highlights of the illumination show include the river of light, the tunnel of light, the sea of light, and the twin trees. In this sparkling sea of light, you don't need to worry about lack of light for night photography.
Tips
▪️ Nabana no Sato can be accessed by bus from Nagoya city center and Chubu Centrair International Airport, which takes 35 and 50 minutes respectively. If you use the local highway, get off at Wangan Nagashima Interchange or Nagashima Interchange.
▪️ You can enjoy the vast view from the sloping Island Fuji Observatory.
▪️ If you love photography, don't miss it!
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Experience Japan’s top light feast at the Famous Flower Village
Nahana no Sato is one of the most famous light festival locations in Mie Prefecture, Japan. The light show held every winter attracts countless tourists. The park, which covers hundreds of thousands of square meters, is filled with a sea of bright lights. Various themed light shows are combined with flowers to create a dreamlike visual feast.
#### Highlights
1. **Spectacular Tunnel of Light**
The most representative "light tunnel" is more than 200 meters long and consists of hundreds of thousands of warm lights, creating a romantic walking space that makes people feel like they are in a fairy tale world.
2. **Theme Light Show**
Every year, the light show launches different themes, such as seasonal changes, natural landscapes or famous buildings, and is synchronized with music performances to bring a shocking light and shadow experience.
3. **Beautiful reflection of Mirror Lake**
The light reflected on the lake presents a romantic scene of water and sky, making it one of the best photo spots.
4. **Hot springs and food**
There are hot spring facilities and many restaurants in the park. Visitors can enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine or relax in the hot springs after watching the lights.
#### Practical information
📍 **Location**: 270 Komae Urushihata, Nagashima-cho, Kuwana, Mie Prefecture
⏰ **Exhibition Date**: October each year to May of the following year (the specific time depends on the arrangement of the year)
💰 **Ticket**: Approximately ¥2,500 for adults (including park voucher)
#### Reasons for recommendation
- **Romantic Atmosphere**: The perfect combination of lighting and nature, it is the best choice for couples and family travel.
- **Rich experience**: Not only there is a light show, but you can also enjoy the hot springs and food in the park, satisfying both visual and taste enjoyment.
- **Photo spots**: The light tunnel, mirror lake and themed light show are all excellent check-in spots to leave unforgettable memories.
📸 **#名花之里** **#Light Feast** **#romanticwinter** **#日本夜视** **#Mie Prefecture Must Visit**
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[Mie] Nabana no Sato
Nabana no Sato is a place that can be enjoyed in every season.
There are many different kinds of plants blooming in the garden, and just walking around is soothing!
At night, the illuminations shine and the tunnel of light is a spectacular sight!
It's also recommended as a date spot✨
Please go and check it out!
There is a direct bus from Kintetsu Nagashima Station!
#0yentravelautumn
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The Colorful Tulip Fields at Nabana no Sato
Nabana no Sato in Mie Prefecture, Japan, is an enchanting flower-themed park, especially famous for its spring tulip fields. During the blooming season, tens of thousands of vibrant tulips in red, yellow, pink, and purple burst into bloom, creating a picturesque scene that resembles a lively canvas. In addition to tulips, the park features other seasonal flowers, offering beautiful floral landscapes all year round.
Nabana no Sato is not only stunning during the day but also becomes even more magical at night with its illuminated displays. Visitors can enjoy strolling through the flower fields, experiencing the fusion of nature and art. This is a perfect destination for families, friends, or couples, with its mesmerizing floral beauty making Nabana no Sato an unmissable highlight!
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Nagoya Flower Park
A must-visit spot in Nagoya is the Nagoya Flower Park, a renowned attraction known for its beautiful flowers and plants. The park features multiple gardens and plant areas, each showcasing different floral displays throughout the seasons. Strolling through the gardens of Nagoya Flower Park, visitors can enjoy a variety of colorful flowers and plants.
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Nabana no Sato✨Illuminations🌷Flowers
Winter illuminations✨
And the Begonia Garden🌷
Speaking of illuminations at Nabana no Sato, the famous spot is the tunnel of light📍
(I omitted it because there were too many people and I couldn't take a good photo😅)
The Begonia Garden is a spot where you can see beautiful flowers even in winter🌺
The Begonia Garden was a separate fee from the illuminations, but when I bought a ticket to Nabana no Sato, I was given a coupon that I could use freely within Nabana no Sato🎫
The ticket covered the admission fee to the Begonia Garden, so I was able to enjoy both the illuminations and the Begonia Garden🌸
Everywhere in Nabana no Sato was a photo spot📷️
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Experience the enchanting world of lights at Nabana no Sato's annual illumination event.
Nabana no Sato attracts countless visitors every winter with its dazzling light displays. This illumination event, considered one of Japan's most beautiful winter light festivals, showcases a different theme each year under the concept of 'Ichigo Ichie' (once-in-a-lifetime encounter). The event captures fleeting moments of beauty through countless lights, offering an unprecedented visual feast.
As night falls, the entire Nabana no Sato park is illuminated by millions of LED lights, transforming it into a magical world of light and shadow. Each year's illumination is designed around a unique theme, ranging from natural landscapes to historical tales. Light artists use these themes to tell captivating stories through light and shadow. Whether it's the spectacular light tunnels, romantic flower light displays, or intricate 3D projections, every scene leaves visitors in awe.
Strolling through this dreamy sea of lights, you can not only appreciate the pinnacle of light art but also feel a deep sense of warmth and emotion. Whether you're a couple, a family, or a solo traveler, the Nabana no Sato illumination event promises an unparalleled romantic journey.
Come to Nabana no Sato's illumination event and feel the warmth and beauty of 'Ichigo Ichie.' Let this moment become an eternal memory! 🌟🎇✨
愛旅行與藝術的Winwing
Nabana no Sato Tulip Fields: A Spectacular Floral Wonderland
Nabana no Sato is a renowned flower park in central Japan, attracting countless visitors every spring with its breathtaking tulip fields. Spanning a vast area, the park transforms into a vibrant sea of flowers when thousands of colorful tulips bloom simultaneously, immersing visitors in a world of vivid hues.
The tulip fields at Nabana no Sato boast a variety of tulip species and colors, ranging from bright red and yellow to soft pink and pure white, creating a rich and diverse palette. Every path within the fields is surrounded by tulips, allowing visitors to leisurely stroll through the floral sea, enjoying the fragrance and the warmth of the spring sun. As the gentle breeze blows, the tulip blossoms sway lightly, as if nature itself is painting a beautiful picture for the visitors.
In addition to admiring the stunning tulip fields, Nabana no Sato offers various activities and facilities for a deeper experience of its natural and cultural beauty. The park features professional flower displays, various craft workshops, and dining options, adding more fun to your visit.
The tulip fields at Nabana no Sato are not only perfect for photography but also an ideal place to feel the vitality of spring and the beauty of nature. This magnificent sea of flowers will provide you with a feast for both the eyes and the soul.
Come to Nabana no Sato, step into this vast floral sea, and enjoy the stunning spring scenery! 🌷🌸🌼
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Begonia garden, Nabana No Sato
"Nabana-no-sato" has open spacious fields with seasonal flowers are breathtakingly beautiful.
There are series of events throughout the year including Flower Festival in spring, firefly watching in Summer, Momiji (maple) illuminations in autumn and winter illuminations.
You can enjoy certain events throughout the year.
At the large greenhouse named "Flower garden in Andes・Begonia garden", you can see colorful flowers throughout the year.
Beautiful space and views like the ones in paintings will certainlyi fascinate you.
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This beautiful light garden only opens at summer. Don’t miss it. You will need to drive to there. There are various restaurants which are yummy and tasty. You can enjoy the dinner and enjoy the atmosphere there.
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You can enjoy both illuminations and flowers!
This winter, I went to see the illuminations for the first time in a while. I used to have no interest in illuminations, but I was moved by how beautiful they were! They're evolving every day...! The pyramids in particular were magnificent, and the story-like presentation was great, so I sat back and enjoyed it.
The Begonia Garden also costs extra depending on the ticket, but the overwhelming beauty makes it worth seeing!
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Nagoya Illumination Summary Ticket Purchase Price
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📍Nabana no Sato
Location: Japan 〒511-1144 Mie, Kuwana, Nagashimacho Komae, 漆畑270
📌Price
Adult 3,600 yen
Cards accepted
📌Ticket
Nagoya->Nakashima Station subway round-trip ticket
Nakashima Station -> Nabana no Sato bus round-trip ticket
2 500 yen tickets that can be used at Nabana no Sato
Total of 6 tickets!
You will need the round-trip ticket when you come, so
take it well!
Illumination starts after a 5-minute walk from the Begonia Garden!
✅tip
Everyone gathers at the entrance
to take pictures
But since it is a tunnel-shaped place
If you come in through the entrance
It is relatively spacious!
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Flowers and light
Nabana no Sato Flower Park is impressive at any time of the year. However, it is especially popular in winter, when light installations shine everywhere.
How to get there
Nabana no Sato can be reached by bus or car.
The park is located on the territory of the Nagashima resort. It takes 35 minutes by bus from Nagoya city center and 50 minutes from Chubu International Airport. If you are traveling by car on local expressways, you need to exit at the Wangan-Nagashima or Nagashima interchange.
Winter lights
There are especially many visitors in the park from mid—October to early May - during the winter illumination season. However, it is no worse at other times of the year. The famous sakura, plum trees, roses, azaleas and much more are blooming here.
From all sides
Each corner of the park has its own theme. In the covered garden of begonias with lots of bright colors it looks stunning. There is also a cozy cafe where you can relax in the middle of the celebration of colors.
Lovers of beautiful landscapes should take a look at the observatory. Here you can relax and have a snack. You will get a more unusual experience on Fuji Island: the local observation deck is at the top of a 45-meter inclined tower. Entrance is paid, but the panoramic views are worth it.
MaxS
"Dream Cherry Blossom Wonderland ~ The Land of Famous Flowers"
#Japanese and Korean Spring Good Places
The gentle breeze blows slowly, making the rainy scene of cherry blossoms falling all over the garden more dreamy. The scent of cherry petals in the air adds a touch of romance. There are towering cherry blossom tunnels on both sides of the trail. Wandering among the pink cherry clouds makes people feel like they are in a poetic cherry blossom wonderland.
There are many cherry blossom viewing platforms, overlooking the sea of cherry blossoms in full bloom in the garden, which is so beautiful. After nightfall, the lights under the cherry blossom trees are turned on, creating a dreamy night cherry blossom scene. It is unique to have a picnic and enjoy cherry blossoms under this colorful sea of lights.
The Land of Famous Flowers has such a beautiful and moving cherry blossom scene, no wonder it attracts so many cherry blossom viewing pilgrims. Wandering among this pink cherry blossom cloud is nothing more than a double enjoyment for the eyes and soul. This ultimate cherry blossom scene is really unforgettable.
MinCath
The light show of nabana no Sato
Mary Nozomi
Nabana No Sato - More like Nabana Yes Sato
I specifically booked a trip to Nagoya just to be able to visit Nabana No Sato & every hour of travel was well worth it! From the most colourful of flowers to the amazing Illuminatory display; Nabana No Sato’s radiant presence is sure to capture your hearts and mind! And if you go during Sakura Season you’re DEFINITELY in for a treat! Easily a Do Not Miss destination! Getting there is also very easy if you use Google Maps however the JR pass won’t work so you do have to get a different ticket for the line to get there! Also id recommend Inquiring Entry Admission tickets beforehand from Family Mart/7-11 or even the Nagoya station as they have special vouchers and packages for entry and spending at Nabana No Sato. I got mine at Family Mart and it saved me time from queuing up at Nabana for entry ticket which during Sakura season and evening times can get super busy! So plan ahead and have a Delightful time for sure #Japan #nabananosato
Kush Mathur
Nabana no Sato on cherry blossom day
From Nagoya Station, take bus number 661, platform 22, only 1,000 yen, takes only an hour, we have a new place to visit. The lights start to turn on around 6 pm, but there are food coupons that can be used as a discount. While waiting for the lights, we walk around the garden, exchanging coupons for food. It is very big, there are many things to see, just walking around taking pictures, it is time to see the lights. It may be crowded on holidays, but it is worth it. It is only open in winter.
gleo
Kawazu Sakura and Illumination Night
This year's cherry blossom season in Japan is rare. We didn't expect to see cherry blossoms when we came to the famous flower garden and saw the Kawazu cherry blossoms in full bloom. The wind blew the petals all over the ground. It was really beautiful. There was also a sea of tulips. The most romantic thing is the illumination after dark. The whole world changes. It is especially recommended for tourists to Nagoya. This attraction is really worth a visit, especially to see the illumination!
肯俾媽
A wonderfu
A wonderful day at Nagashima Spa Land nicely ended with first sakura of the year and great illumination shows in Nabana no Sato!
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Visiting the cherry blossoms at Nabana no sato💗🌸🌸
See the cherry blossoms at Nabana No Sato🌸
In addition to the magnificent illuminations, during this cherry blossom festival, Nabana no sato is just as beautiful as anywhere else. Inside Nabana No Sato, there are cherry trees in full bloom along the walkway. If you come to visit during this cherry blossom festival, it is definitely worth it because during the day, you can take pictures with the cherry blossoms, and at night, you can continue to see the illuminations. Especially if you come as a couple, it's super romantic.
💴Entrance fee: 2,500 yen
(There is a 1,000 yen coupon for buying food and souvenirs)
⌚️Opening - closing hours
Weekdays 10:00 - 21:00
Saturdays - Sundays 10:00 - 22:00
🕰️Lighting starts at 18:10
Duration of the lighting event: 21.10.2023 - 02.06.2024
🗓️03.03.2024
🚃Directions From Nagoya Station
Take the Kintetsu Nagoya Line to Nagashima Station. It takes 20 minutes and costs 490 yen.
Then take the bus to Nabana No Sato. It takes 10 minutes and costs 230 yen.
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