Photogenic Flowers and Umbrella Sky [Inawashiro Herb Garden].

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Lavender
Inawashiro Herb Garden, a paradise of flowers and fragrance in Bandai Highland, is located in the Lister Park in front of the hotel building of Lister Inawashiro.

Colorful flowers bloom in the【Herb Garden】.

From LISTER PARK, where the Inawashiro Herb Garden is located, you can see Mount Bandai on your right and Lake Inawashiro below. You can enjoy strolling in the garden while looking at approximately 200 kinds of herbs and seasonal flowers such as lavender, mint, and chamomile.
A leisurely stroll in the Herb Garden

Garden Guide

○Late April to early May: 15,000 m2 (approx. 1.5 million rape blossoms)

○Early May to mid-May: 240 m2 (approx. 1,400 plants) of camellia and 500 m2 (approx. 6,000 tulips)

○Late May to late July: 4,000 m2 (approx. 100,000 poppies) *Picking experience available

○Early June to mid-June: various herbs 800㎡(approx. 36,000 plants)

○Mid June - early July / Lavender approx. 2,500 plants (approx. 250,000 plants) *Picking experience available, Roses 900㎡(approx. 250 plants)

○Mid July - early August / Hydrangea 1,700㎡(approx. 380 plants)

○Late July - late August / Sunflowers 12,000㎡(approx. 200,000 plants) Maze

○Late July to early October/ Zinnia 6,000㎡(approx. 180,000 plants)

○Mid August to mid October/ Kochia (approx. 2,500 plants)※Foliage changes from early to mid October

○Late September to mid October/ Cosmos 10,000㎡(approx. 1 million plants)※Picking experience available

*The best time to visit is only a guide.

Flowering period may vary depending on climatic conditions.
Zinnia
Kochia in autumn leaves

Recommended photo spot 【Umbrella Sky】.

Inside the greenhouse, the "Umbrella Sky" is lined with brightly colored floating umbrellas, giving visitors the feeling of being in a kaleidoscope. It is recommended to take pictures from various angles.
Umbrella skies are very popular as a photo spot.

Green House], which is only possible in a greenhouse

In the Green House, visitors can admire the tropical bougainvillea plant, which is said to be one of the largest in the Tohoku region. The Green House is said to be one of the largest in the Tohoku region, and you can also admire other creatures unique to the warmth of the greenhouse.
One of the largest bougainvillea in Tohoku

Shopping at the herb store

Inawashiro Herb Garden] The herb store sells herb-related products such as essential oils, herbal bath salts, herbal bath salts, and original products. In addition, seedlings are on display and for sale, so why not find something for your home or as a souvenir?
Original products "Umbrella Sky kompeito sugar" and "Umbrella Sky paper bag

Access to Inawashiro Herb Garden

If you use the Shinkansen bullet train, transfer to the JR Ban-Etsu-Nishi Line at Koriyama Station and get off at Inawashiro Station. 15 minutes by free shuttle bus (advance reservation required).

○Pre-opening: March 7, 2025 (Wed) - March 30 (Sun), Grand opening: April 5, 2025 (Sat) - November 30, 2025 (Sun) *Closed Yes

○Entrance fee (tax included)／Adults: 500 yen, Elementary school students: 350 yen, Infants: free *Groups (from 15 people): 50 yen discount

○Sections/Garden, Greenhouse, Shop

○Opening hours (last admission 20 minutes before) / Weekdays 8:30-16:30, Days before holidays 8:30-17:00

○Parking lot / Available (free)200 cars
Hotel Listel Inawashiro official website

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*Image courtesy of Hotel Listel Inawashiro
*All photos are for reference only.
*The contents and services in this article are subject to change.
*The information in this article is current as of May 2025. The best time to see the flowers varies from year to year.
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