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Known as the “Temple of Flowers and History,” Shiofune Kannon bursts into color each spring. About 20,000 azaleas bloom from late April to early May, covering the area in vibrant…

In autumn, the golden ginkgo trees along the avenue, known as Katarai Ginkgo Avenue (かたらいのイチョウ並木), create a perfect setting for strolling or picnicking. Covering over 160 hectares, Showa Kinen Park…

Mt. Mitake, a sacred peak near Tokyo, is famed for its summer wildflower―rengetsushōma. With its delicate, nodding lavender blooms, it is called the “fairy of the forest.” Around 50,000 plants…

A true miracle garden, Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain was lovingly nurtured by one man over 50 years. During the rainy season, about 10,000 hydrangeas bloom at once, cloaking the mountain in…

One of Tachikawa’s most scenic spots, the Negawa Greenway is a riverside promenade where streams, parks, and paths blend into one. The spring-fed brook winds through bridges and stepping stones,…