2024/04/25 / Last updated : 2024/04/25 東京支店 blog

RECOMMENDED PLACES TO VISIT FOR ANTHOPILES (flower lovers)

We are approaching Golden Week, one of Japan’s most anticipated holidays, next to New Year’s. During this time, especially Japanese people will visit their parents or travel either domestic or abroad. Since most companies will be closed to celebrate, make sure to book everything in advance to avoid delays and hassles.

While cherry blossoms have faded in Tokyo by this time, there are still some areas where they are in bloom. If you missed hanami in Tokyo, consider visiting other recommended places to satisfy your anthopile heart.

1. AOMORI PREFECTURE – CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

In late April to early May, Japan’s northern Tohoku Region bursts into full bloom with cherry blossoms. Among Aomori Prefecture’s top spots for viewing these blooms is Hirosaki Park. The park hosts the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival, offering food stalls with a variety of festival treats. Visitors can also enjoy rowing boats through a tunnel of stunning pink blooms.

Hirosaki Park Address: 1 Shimobashiri-cho, Hirosaki-shi, Aomori Prefecture

2. TOCHIGI PREFECTURE – ASHIKAGA PARK

Ashikaga Flower Park, located in Tochigi Prefecture, is renowned for its 160-year-old Great Wisteria tree, which stretches across a vast trellis, covering an impressive 1,000 square meters. Its captivating nighttime illumination has earned it the title of “Japanese Night View Heritage.”

Apart from the Great Wisteria tree, the park boasts an 80-meter-long tunnel adorned with white wisteria, as well as over 350 other varieties, including delicate pale pink and yellow blossoms.

Ashikaga Flower Park Address: 607 Sakomacho, Ashikaga City, Tochigi Prefecture 329-4216

3. IBARAKI PREFECTURE – HITACHI SEASIDE PARK

Nemophilia, also known as baby blue eyes, blankets Hitachi Seaside Park’s Miharashi Hill in a breathtaking sea of sky-blue hues during late April to early May. Visitors can stroll through the expansive fields of nemophilia, admiring their delicate beauty and enjoying the tranquil atmosphere. The sight of the vibrant blue flowers stretching across the hillside creates a mesmerizing and unforgettable experience for all who visit the park.

Hitachi Side Park Address: 605-4 Onuma, Mawatari, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki Prefecture 312-0012

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