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Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain, Akiruno City, Tokyo [2025 Hydrangea viewing information].
At Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain in Akiruno City, Tokyo, approximately 15,000 hydrangeas of more than 50 varieties, nurtured over half a century, bloom in sequence from the foot of the mountain to the summit during the month of June 10 to July 6. Surrounded by tall trees, the area is filled with blue, purple, white, and other colorful hydrangeas in full bloom, creating a fantastic atmosphere. Please enjoy the hiking atmosphere.
| Holding period | Tuesday, June 10, 2025 – Sunday, July 6, 2025 |
| Opening Hours | 9:00-17:00 |
| admission fee | Junior high school students and older: 600 yen Elementary school students and younger: 400 yen |
| Location | Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain 368 Fukasawa, Akiruno, Tokyo |
| Access | Train] Get off at Musashi Itsukaichi Station on JR Itsukaichi Line, about 40 minutes on foot or 8 minutes by cab [Shuttle Bus] Runs every 30~60 minutes between Musashi Itsukaichi Station and Minamisawa Ajisai-yama (300 yen each way) only from June 13 (Fri.) to 30 (Mon.) [Car] No parking lot Use coin parking around Musashi Itsukaichi Station Please use coin-operated parking lots near Musashi Itsukaichi Station. |
Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain, Akiruno City, Tokyo 2025 Hydrangea Overview
This mountain of hydrangeas was built by local resident Chuichi Minamisawa (a.k.a. “Chiaichan”). In the 1960s, he planted 20 seedlings in the woods to decorate the path to his parents’ graves with flowers, and in the 50 years since then, he has single-handedly increased the number of hydrangeas to 10,000. Today, about 15,000 hydrangeas of about 60 varieties are planted.
Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain is a precious spot where about 15,000 hydrangeas of about 60 species bloom along a trail that takes about 3 to 40 minutes to walk around. Visitors can enjoy the colorful blooming hydrangeas as they walk along the trail, enjoying the streams and chirping of wild birds. Free rental of hydrangea-patterned umbrellas is available, so even in the rain, you don’t have to worry and look great in photos.
Original products such as hydrangea beer and hydrangea soft serve ice cream are also available.
Enjoy hydrangeas in a natural setting that will make you forget you are in Tokyo, even though you are in the city.
- The overwhelming number of about 15,000 hydrangeas of about 60 varieties blooming in the mountains is a soothing and relaxing sight.
- The tour is dotted with signs that tell the history of the trees that Mr. Minamisawa has planted alone, such as “It’s been 10 years so far” and “It’s been 50 years so far,” allowing visitors to feel his thoughts as they make their way around the area.
- Refreshing hiking in a natural setting with birds chirping and a stream running through it.
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing as there will be gravel, dirt, and slopes.
- Vehicle access to the venue will be restricted during the event. Please use the parking lot parking in front of the station.
Contents may be suspended or changed due to weather or other reasons.
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