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Japan Flower Festivals 2014

Flower viewing is a popular tradition in Japan during the Spring season. Here are some of the list of the flower festivals for 2014 in and around Tokyo.

Showakinen Park Flower Festival
March 25 to May 25, 2014

Tulips and muscari are entering the prime bloom bloom by 4/14 in the Mountain Stream Square. Lavender, poppies, canola are also in bloom.

Address: 3173 Midori-cho Tachikawa City, Tokyo 〒190-0014
Telephone: 042-528-1751
Website: www.showakinenpark.co.jp
Park Hours: Jan – Oct: 9:30 to 17:00 | Nov – Dec: 9:30 to 16:30
Admission: Adult: ¥400 / Child (6-15): ¥80 / over 65: ¥200

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Sakura 2014: Kitanomaru National Garden (2014.03.31)

This park is a part of the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens and was formerly the northern fortress of Edo castle. Kitanomaru National Garden is located around 1.1 kilometers from the popular cherry blossom spot, Chidorigafuchi Ryokudo. The sakura trees around the lawn area are also in full bloom as of today. Unlike other parks in Tokyo, Kitanomaru Park is not as crowded thus provides a peaceful ambiance.

Lawn area in Kitanomaru Park.

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Sakura 2014: Chidorigafuchi (2014.03.31)

Chidorigafuchi is a moat located northwest of the Imperial Palace. The cherry trees of over two hundred which are planted along the 700 meter pedestrian path are in full bloom despite the strong rain & wind yesterday and are expected to stay at their peak over the next few days. Trees are also illuminated at night from 18:00 to 22:00 until April 6th.

Chidorigafuchi walkway canopied with flowering cherry trees

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Autumn 2013: Okutama Autumn Hike – Mukashi-michi Route

Visit Date: 11/25/2013 (Best Viewing Time: mid November to early December)

Okutama is a mountainous region in Nishitama District located along the Tama River, which is at the western most end of Tokyo and forms a part of the Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park.

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Autumn 2013: Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Visit Date: 11/22/2013 (Best Viewing Time: late November to early December)

Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑) is one of the largest park in Tokyo with a land area of 58.7 hectares and circumference of 3.5 kilometers. It is located just a short walk from either Shinjuku or Sendagaya stations. It provides a relaxing and tranquil atmosphere which makes it a popular destination in the city.

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