Hitachi Seaside Park in Ibaraki Prefecture is welcoming the season with Flowering 2025, a spring festival running from the beginning of April until the beginning of June. Known for its sweeping seasonal displays, the park will showcase a spectacular “flower relay,” with blooms appearing in waves as if they were passing a baton to one another.
Spanning over 200 hectares, Hitachi Seaside Park is a floral wonderland year-round, but spring is widely regarded as its most iconic season. Visitors can admire 1 million daffodils, nearly 300 varieties of tulips, and a stunning blanket of 5.3 million nemophila across Miharashi Hill, before ending the season with over 3,000 rose bushes bursting into color.
Weekends during the festival are packed with activities for all ages, including guided tours, flower-themed crafts, and special events like the Ibaraki City Greening Festival (April 27), The World of Brass 2025 (May 5), and Spring Rose Concerts (May 24 & 31).
Seasonal treats also take center stage, with local specialties like grilled ham and Hitachi beef steak bowls, along with colorful sweets like Nemophila Blue Soft Serve available for visitors to enjoy. Don’t miss the exclusive souvenirs, including pressed flower accessories, keychains, and handmade cookies inspired by the park’s signature blooms.
Admission to the event is free for children, and ranges from 450 JPY to 800 JPY for adults depending on the date.
Getting there
Hitachi Seaside Park is located around 15 minutes by bus from Katsuta Station, served by the JR Joban and Minato lines.
More info
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Kim Bergström @kim.b
Almost 12 years living in Asia. Passionate about Japan's off-the-beaten-path spots, family-friendly travel, flower events (all of them!) and the amazing tea culture here. 🍵🌼🌸
