Flowers blooming in Japan from April to July

Marvel at the bright colors of flowers blooming all over Japan from April to July.

April

Nemophila

When to see: Late April to Early May

The Nemophila flower or Baby Blue Eyes is the same species as the Forget Me Not flower and is native to America. The beautiful blue color of the flower petals is highlighted along the mountain fields. It is as beautiful as if you were in a fairytale land. The closest point to viewing a field of nemophila flowers is Hitachi Seaside Park, about two hours from Tokyo. More than 5 million nemophila plants will bloom in late April. (Check the blooming time at https://hitachikaihin.jp/en/flowers/) Do not forget to try ice cream, tea, and sweets made from the Nemophila plant.

May

Wisteria or Fuji flower

When to see: End of April to Early May

Wisteria viewing spot near Tokyo is at the Ashikaga Flower Park, about 90 minutes from Tokyo. Each year the “Wisteria Festival” is held and is also known as “A Tale of the Wisteria”. Watch 350 Wisteria trees bloom all at once throughout the garden – a spectacular sight indeed. There is an ancient Wisteria tree over 160 years old that is still blooming. Another famous garden is Kawachi Fujien, located in Kitakyushu city, Fukuoka. The highlight of this garden is the Wisteria flower tunnel featuring purple and white Wisteria flowers planted alternately on a stretch of more than 220 meters and is stunningly beautiful.

June

Hydrangea or Ajisai flower

When to see: Mid-June to Mid-July

Hydrangea is a flower that represents the rainy season in Japan. A strain of Hydrangea has been developed to have different colors, shapes and characteristics. Every year in Tokyo, the Hydrangea Festival is held at Hakusan Jinja Shrine, where Hydrangea flowers are planted in the shrine’s grounds. By mid-June, Hydrangea viewing event is held within the temple grounds, along with art activities, merchandise and food for sale as well.

Another popular Hydrangea Festival is held at Hase Temple in Kamakura. The highlight here is the rare species of Hydrangea covering the entire mountain on one side of the temple. In addition to seeing flowers and paying homage to the Lord Buddha, you can also view the city from the top of the mountain.

July

Lavender

When to see: Early July to Early August

Although Lavender is not native to Japan, it grows well in some areas, especially on the island of Hokkaido in the cities of Furano and Biei, which have mild summer. The beauty of the Lavender fields here is that they are planted along the mountainside. When the purple flowers are in full bloom, the resulting scenery is as beautiful as Lavender fields in France and England. Moreover, Lavender season in Hokkaido is about the same period as in France.

The most popular Lavender viewing spot is at Tomita Farm in Furano city. There are not only the purple Lavenders but also other types of flowers like the red and orange poppies that brighten up Tomita Farm. Lavender products such as tea, essential oils and ice-cream are offered to visitors.

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