There is an indoor facility in Tomakomai where you can interact with nature regardless of the season or weather. It's called "Tomakomai City Sun Garden." It's located within the grounds of the Idemitsu Culture Park and is also a place of relaxation for the citizens. Let's take a look at what kind of facility it is. Tomakomai City Sun Garden was built in 1988. It has a full glass roof, and from the outside you can imagine the comfortable sunlight pouring in on sunny days. Apparently, the exterior design was inspired by water flowing over the earth and snowflakes sparkling on the crests of the waves. When you actually step inside the building, you'll be greeted by a bright and open space that will put a smile on your face. The two-story building has an open ceiling structure, making you feel as if you are being showered with light from above. The space is filled with numerous plants, which welcome you with seasonal flowers and fruits. There are about 80 species and 1,400 plants that can be seen here, including in the greenhouse on the second floor. In order to keep the greenery going even in the winter, they plant plants that bloom in winter and have fragrances. As a result, most of the plants in the building are not found in Hokkaido. For Hokkaido residents, this is a precious place where they can enjoy rare plants and flowers. Specifically, there are camellias, sasanquas, moso bamboo, camphor trees, loquats, figs, golden osmanthus, etc. Many people may have experienced things for the first time here, such as seeing loquats bearing fruit or smelling the strong scent of golden osmanthus. There is a terrace seat in front of the greenhouse on the second floor, where locals come to eat their lunches and it is also used as a place of relaxation for local residents. This is because the indoor temperature at Tomakomai City Sun Garden can exceed 20°C even in winter if the weather is good! Feeling the warmth of the sun and spending a relaxing time surrounded by plants, I'm sure you'll be envious of your neighbors. If you're visiting Tomakomai City, it might be a good idea to make some time to stop by. <Interview cooperation> Tomakomai City Sun Garden Address: 3-1-15 Suehirocho, Tomakomai City, Hokkaido Phone: 0144-33-4411 Official site: http://tomakomai-sungarden-zoen.org