The fun and attractions of National Takino Suzuran Hillside Park change with the seasons. In this issue, we will introduce the flowers that color the park in early summer. Why don't you go out and enjoy the many lovely, photo-worthy flowers?

The "Tulip and Lily Festa" is held from May 14 to June 5. A total of 260,000 tulips in 169 varieties will cover the vast country garden.

They are divided by color or in gradations. The tulips, which can be enjoyed both up close and in the distance, are at their best from May 20 to the end of May. At the time of our visit (May 16, 2022), they were only 3 to 4 minutes in bloom.

Takino Suzuran Hillside Park covers an area of 400 hectares, so be sure to check in advance which entrance is closest to your destination area. The closest entrances to the Country Garden are the Central Entrance and the East Entrance.

Photo courtesy of Takino Suzuran Hillside Park

Incidentally, the palette flower beds near the East Entrance gate are planted with tulips that have a strong fragrance. Just by approaching the circular flowerbed, you will immediately feel its unique fragrance.

Photo courtesy of Takino Suzuran Hillside Park

The lily of the valley, which is also the name of the park, is at its best around June, a little later than the tulips. Don't miss the lovely lily of the valley, typical of Hokkaido!

The "Shirane-aoi and Spring Wild Flower Festival" is being held in the Takino Forest zone from May 8 to May 22. Enter through the Takino Forest Exit and first stop at the Forest Information Center to get a leaflet or other information.

Shirane-aoi is called the "queen of wildflowers" for its large flowers and beautiful purple hue. If you ask me, you may find it somewhat noble.

In the Takino Forest zone, there is a Shirane-aoi path, and as you stroll along it, you will find Shirane-aoi growing in clusters here and there. The mallow is a natural sight, and it is a joy to find it.

Photo courtesy of Takino Suzuran Hillside Park

In the Takino Forest zone, you can also see other spring wild flowers such as the hitorishizuka. Please look around with a leaflet in hand to see what kind of flowers are in bloom.

Please also see the video clip of a walk through the park while viewing tulips and Japanese hollyhocks!

The best time to see the flowers changes rapidly as the season progresses. Check the park information on the official website before you go out and find the plants you are looking for.

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National Takino Suzuran Hillside Park

＜National Takino Suzuran Hillside Park
Location: 247 Takino, Minami-ku, Sapporo, Hokkaido
Tel: 011-592-3333 (Takino Park Information Center, General Information)
Official website: https://www.takinopark.com