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Rose gardens in Tokyo and Vicinity

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Did you know that Japan is not only famous for its beautiful Sakura cherry blossoms but also for its love for roses? It might come as a surprise, but there are many rose enthusiasts in Japan, and Tokyo and its surrounding areas boast many stunning rose gardens.

Yamashita Park in Yokohama
Jindai Botanical Gardens
Kyu-Furukawa Gardens
Yamashita Park in Yokohama

Rose season in Tokyo comes in spring and autumn.

During these periods, the roses are in full bloom, and it's truly a breathtaking sight to see. The first season is from spring, around the middle of May to early June, and the second season is between October and November.

Earlier visiting is the better.

If you're planning to visit a rose garden, we suggest you go early in the morning because the roses have a stronger scent at that time. This way, you can avoid the crowds and enjoy the fragrance of the roses at its most potent.

Events will take place at the gardens.

During the season on Saturdays and Sundays, events take place at the gardens such as musical performances and workshops on roses. However, these events will attract more visitors, so if you want to enjoy the roses in peace, it's better to avoid weekends. On weekends, parking lots at the gardens will be packed quickly, so getting there by public transportation will be a better option.

Admission fees vary by season.

Admission fees for most rose gardens usually vary during these peak seasons and are higher than those for the off-season. But trust us, it's worth paying a little extra to see these beautiful roses in full bloom!

Keep in mind the rules for enjoying roses.

Before you go, keep in mind that it is strictly prohibited to touch or collect roses in the gardens. The gardens will be closely monitored, and you may face penalties if you fail to follow this rule. Furthermore, some gardens may not allow pets, and even if they do, there may be specific conditions to adhere to, such as placing your pet in a cart. If you are going to the garden to see roses and enjoy the scenery, it may be safer not to bring your pet with you.

Hope you have a wonderful time at the rose gardens!

Roses gardens in Tokyo area

Part 1 - Gardens with admission fees

Jindai Botanical Gardens

Has experienced winning the "World Federation of Rose Societies, Award of Garden Excellence" in 2009. The sunken garden has about 5200 roses of 409 varieties, including old, modern, and new breed of rose. Rose festival will take place in Spring and Autumn. During the festival, the garden opens earlier time (8:00AM) on Saturdays and Sundays, so that visitors can enjoy the fresh aroma of roses in the morning.

Location:
Choufu-shi, Tokyo

Jindai Botanical Gardens


Jindai Botanical Gardens

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Website:
https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/jindai/

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is one of the most famous gardens in Tokyo, comprising various types of gardens. The formal garden has 500 distinctive roses that come in 110 different varieties.

Location:
Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden


Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Access:
10-min walk from JR Shinjuku Station (South Exit)
5-min walk from Shinjukugyoen-mae Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line.
Website:
https://fng.or.jp/shinjuku/

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens

Located in central Tokyo's Komagome district, this small Western-style garden features 100 varieties of roses, including the Kinda Blue. Reachable by walking from Komagome Station on the Yamanote Line.

Location:
Kita-ku, Tokyo

Kyu-Furukawa Gardens


Kyu-Furukawa Gardens

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Website:
https://www.tokyo-park.or.jp/park/kyu-furukawa/

Hatoyama Hall

Located in Bunkyo City in central Tokyo, Hatoyama Hall is a classical Western-style residence that was once home to Hatoyama Ichiro, a former Japanese prime minister. The residence is particularly well-known for its beautifully maintained rose garden.

Location:
Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo

Hatoyama Hall


Hatoyama Hall

Access:
7-min walk from Edogawabashi Station (from Exit 1a) on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
OR
8-min walk from Gokokkuji Station (from Exit 5) on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Website:
https://www.hatoyamakaikan.com/

Keisei Rose Garden

The Keisei Rose Garden, located in Chiba prefecture, is one of the largest rose gardens in the region. The garden features over 10000 roses from 600 different varieties. Established in 1959, the garden has gained a reputation for producing high-quality roses and promoting rose culture in Japan. The garden has also received numerous awards in rose competitions worldwide, showcasing its excellence and dedication to the craft.

Location
Yachiyo-shi, Chiba prefecture

Keisei Rose Garden


Keisei Rose Garden

Access:
Taking the Toyo Rapid Line is one of the easiest ways to reach.
The Toyo Rapid Railway Line is connected to the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line and provides easy access from central Tokyo.
15-min walk from Yachiyo-midorigaoka Station on the Toyo Rapid Railway Line
Website:
https://www.keiseirose.co.jp/garden/

Yatsu Rose Garden

On a site measuring approximately 12600 square meters, 7500 roses of 800 different varieties bloom in both spring and autumn. The roses include famous flowers and varieties, original species, and those with excellent historical value. Operated by Narashino City in Chiba prefecture.

Location:
Narashino-shi, Chiba prefecture

Yatsu Rose Garden


Yatsu Rose Garden

Access:
5-min walk from Yazu Station on the Keisei Honsen Line.
OR
20-min walk from Minami-Funabashi Station on the Keiyo Line
Website:
http://www.yatsu-rosegarden.jp/

Ina Rose Garden

The Ina City Rose Garden is the largest garden in Saitama prefecture, boasting 5000 roses of 400 varieties spread across a spacious 1.4-hectare area. The city of Ina promotes itself as a town of roses.

Location:
Ina city, Saitama prefecture

Ina Rose Garden


Ina Rose Garden

Access:
10-min walk from Uchijuku Station on the NEW SHUTTLE Line that departs from Omiya Station
Website:
https://inakanko.com/

Yokohama English Garden

The garden's center of attraction is its collection of more than 2200 different varieties of over 1000 roses, which showcase the changes in nature from the emergence of spring buds to the eventual wilting of the flowers in the fall. The garden has a cafe and shop.

Location:
Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa prefecture

Yokohama English Garden


Yokohama English Garden

Access:
10-min walk from Hiranumabashi Station on the Sotetsu Line
Website:
https://y-eg.jp/

Ofuna Botanical Garden

The center of the Botanical Garden has about 1200 roses of 370 varieties, including original, old, modern, and climbing roses. Visitors can enjoy the beautiful three-dimensional arrangement of roses, showcasing each variety's distinctive features. There is a section that exhibits aromatic roses bred in Kanagawa prefecture.

Location:
Ofuna-shi, Kanagawa prefecture

Ofuna Botanical Garden


Ofuna Botanical Garden

Access:
16-min walk from Ōfuna Station on the JR Tokaido Line/Yokosuka Line
Website:
https://www.fcofuna-kanagawa.jp/english/

Kana Garden

Kana Garden boasts a variety of flower beds including a rose garden with over 2300 roses of 1300 varieties in full bloom. Visitors can learn about the history of rose breeding here.

Location:
Hiratsuka-shi, Kanagawa prefecture

Kana Garden


Kana Garden

Access:
From Hiratsuka Station (North Exit), the bus stop No.8, take a bus on the route 71, 74 or 75. Get off at the stop Hiratsuka Shien Gakkou-mae (20-min ride).
From the bus stop, walk across the crosswalk and follow the arrow on a signboad saying ひらつか花アグリ. (5-min walk)
Website:
https://kana-garden.com/

Ibaraki Flower Park

Ibaraki Flower Park in Ibaraki Prefecture is famous for its 900 carefully selected roses in 11 different colors. The rose, known as "bara" in Japanese, is said to be the origin of the name of Ibaraki Prefecture and is also the prefectural flower. The roses in the garden are not only selected for their color and fragrance but also because they are grown using low amounts of pesticides, which is friendly to both the roses and the environment. Visitors can enjoy seeing various roses grown by passionate breeders.

Location:
Ishioka-shi, Ibaraki prefecture

Ibaraki Flower Park


Ibaraki Flower Park

Access:
30 min. by taxi from Tsukuba Station on the Tsukuba Express Line
OR
25 min. by taxi from Ishioka Station on the Joban Line (Tokiwa Express)
A shuttle bus service available only on weekends and holidays. The bus departs from Kantetsu Green Bus Terminal at JR Ishioka Station
Website:
https://www.flowerpark.or.jp/

Kawazu Bagatelle Park

he Kawazu Bagatelle Park is a gorgeous rose garden that boasts 6000 roses of 1,100 different varieties. This picturesque garden is designed in the French style and is the sister garden of Parc de Bagatelle in Paris, France. The garden spans 3 hectares and features a symmetrical layout that is carefully planned to include a beautiful color palette, stunning views, and well-spaced roses. Kawazu is on the Izu Peninsula, known as a resort town famous for Kawazu cherry blossoms.

Location:
Kawazu-cho, Shizuoka prefecture

Kawazu Bagatelle Park


Kawazu Bagatelle Park

Access:
2.2km (about 30-min walk) from Kawazu Station on the Izukyu Line
Website:
https://bagatelle.co.jp/

Karuizawa Lake Garden

Lies in Karuizawa, one of the most exclusive resorts in Nagano Prefecture, the Karuizawa Lake Garden boasts the rose gardens nestled in a natural setting, filled with 3500 roses in 400 different varieties.

Location:
Karuizawa-machi, Nagano prefecture

Karuizawa Lake Garden


Karuizawa Lake Garden

Access:
From Karuizawa Station, take a loop bus bound for New Town Iriguchi ニュータウン入り口. (10-min ride )
OR
10-min by taxi from Karuizawa Station
Website:
https://www.karuizawa-lakegarden.jp/
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