8 Japan Flower Parks & Fields To Visit In Spring 2021 For The Most Scenic Views

By Rachel Yohannan on 28 May 2020

Senior Digital Editor

Crazy cat lady who loves afternoon tea, kawaii Japanese fashion, and all things Sanrio.

We love Japan's beautiful scenery, and one season not to be missed for sightseeing is Spring, when flowers are in full bloom.

To help you out in your hunt for pretty blossoms that don’t just involve sakura, here’s a list of the best flower parks in Japan to add to your itinerary. These places span across multiple prefectures, including popular spots like Osaka, Hokkaido, and the vicinity of Tokyo.

Read on to find out more about the most beautiful flower parks in Japan!

#1 Hitachi Seaside Park

Photo from Hitachi Seaside Park

Hitachi Seaside Park is famous for their sea of blue nemophila in mid-April to early May. But fret not if you can’t time your trip during that period, because the park is scenic almost all year round.

Photo from Hitachi Seaside Park

Other flowers you can view here during the different seasons include roses, tulips, and the narcissus. Another popular time to visit is during mid-October, where bright red puffs of kochia dot the entire area.

Admission fees: From JPY450 (~S$5.93)

Address: 605-4 Onuma-aza, Mawatari, Hitachinaka, Ibaraki 312-0012, Japan
Opening hours: From 9.30AM Daily. Closing times are seasonal, check them out here.
Telephone: +81 29 265 9001
Website

#2 Farm Tomita - Hokkaido

Photo from @gettinjjigaewitit via Instagram

It’s impossible to give Farm Tomita a miss when touring the nature spots of Hokkaido. Their neat rows of flowers lined by colour are most pleasing to the eye, especially from afar. Even those with self-professed OCD will find these satisfying to gaze upon.

Photo from @satiated_glutton via Instagram

While there, make sure you have a taste of their highly raved Hokkaido milk soft serve, in flavours like Lavender and Cantaloupe.

Admission fees: Free

Address: Kisen Kita 15-go, Nakafurano-cho, Sorachi-gun, Hokkaido 071-0704, Japan
Opening hours: Daily, 9am-5pm
Telephone: +81 167 39 3939
Website

#3 Hamamatsu Flower Park - Shizuoka

Photo from In Hamamatsu

Located along Lake Hamana in Shizuoka is Hamamatsu Flower Park. During Spring in March to mid-April, you’ll see rows of vibrant tulips blooming here - along with plenty of cherry blossom trees.

Admission fees: Free in July to August. From JPY500 (~S$6.58) otherwise.

Address: 195 Kanzanji-cho, Nishi-ku, Hamamatsu-shi,Shizuoka, Japan
Opening hours: Seasonal. Check them out here.
Telephone: +81 534 87 0511
Website

#4 Kuju Flower Park - Oita

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Another spot that’s in full bloom throughout the year is Kuju Flower Park in Oita, which recently shot to fame thanks to viral photos of their rainbow-hued Spring flowers. Drop by in mid-April to early June to catch those in full splendour.

Otherwise, you can look forward to pink moss, cosmos, lavender and more during other parts of the year.

Admission fees: From JPY800 (~S$10.54)

Address: 850 Kuju Kogen, Oita Prefecture, 878-0201, Japan
Opening hours: Daily, 8.30am-5.30pm
Telephone: +81 974 76 1422
Website

#5 Ashikaga Flower Park - 1h 40min from Tokyo

Photo from Zekkei Japan

Wisteria in Japan is almost synonymous with Ashikaga Flower Park. Make sure you plan your travels from mid-April to mid-May if you want to catch the delicate lilac flowers dangling from above.

Mid-April is also when their Spring Flower Festival happens, with tulips, crocuses, and the Thunberg’s meadowsweet.

Photo from ANA

Another magical time to visit is during Christmas season, where you can look forward to illuminated night displays. Perfect for a romantic couple trip...and perhaps, a proposal? *wink*

Admission fees: From JPY300 (~S$3.95)

Address: 607 Hasamacho, Ashikaga, Tochigi 329-4216, Japan
Opening hours: Seasonal. Check them out here.
Telephone: +81 284 91 4939
Website

#6 Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park - Osaka

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Tsurumiryokuchi Expo '90 Commemorative Park, also known as Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park for short, is a sprawling plot half an hour from the bustle surrounding Osaka station. It’s open 24/7, but as with most nature spots with flowers, it’s most grand during Spring.

If you’re on a tight timing, head straight for the rustic Dutch windmill surrounded by tulips - that’s the best photo backdrop.

Photo from Osaka Info

Other than that, the park also has barbeque facilities, a tea ceremony house, and a horseback riding area.

Admission fees: Free

Address: 2-163 Ryokuchikoen, Tsurumi Ward, Osaka, 538-0036, Japan
Opening hours: 24/7
Telephone: +81 669 11 8787
Website

#7 Lake Motosu - Yamanashi, 3.5h from Tokyo

Photo from Metropolis Japan

Kill two birds with one stone by admiring both Mount Fuji and Spring blossoms at Yamanashi. The entire area looks great from many angles, but Fuji Motosuko Resort along Lake Motosu is especially loved for its carpet of pink moss.

Travelling there from Tokyo will take a while, but it will be well worth it.

Admission fees: From JPY600 (~S$7.90)

Address: 401-0337 Minamitsuru-gun Yamanashi Prefecture Fujikawaguchiko Machi 212, Japan
Opening hours: Daily, 8am-5pm
Telephone: +81 555 89 3031
Website

#8 Tonami Tulip Park - Toyama, 3.5h from Tokyo

Photo from Tonami Tulip Fair

If tulips are your favourite flower, then there’s no doubt that Tonami Tulip Park needs to be on your bucket list. You can visit their indoor and outdoor galleries any time, but the best would be during their annual Tulip Fair, which lasts 14 days from late April to early May.