2025 Edition! Gunma [Shimonita Hydrangea Garden] 20,000 hydrangeas bloom at Shimonita Hydrangea Garden in Gunma Prefecture! Introducing the best time to see them and access to the garden!

  • Gunma
  • Sightseeing
Shimonita Hydrangea Garden
Do you know Shimonita Hydrangea Garden in Shimonita-cho, Gunma Prefecture? The Shimonita Hydrangea Garden is one of the largest hydrangea viewing spots in the Kanto region, with approximately 20,000 hydrangeas and 1,200 sarusuberi trees planted on a vast river terrace of about 3 hectares. In this issue, we will introduce you to the spectacular view of hydrangeas, which are at their best from mid to late June every year.

Aiming to be the best hydrangea garden in the Kanto area, "Shimonita Hydrangea Garden

The Shimonita Hydrangea Garden is located at the eastern entrance to Shimonita Town. The town took the lead in planting hydrangea seedlings in 2004, and a "Hydrangea Growers Association" was established mainly by local volunteers, which continues to care for and manage the garden today. Through the management of the hydrangea saplings, the association has further strengthened the ties between the community and has continued its activities as a model of community building through "collaboration" in which local residents and the town work together to revitalize the community. With approximately 20,000 hydrangea plants and 1,200 sarusuberi, the garden aims to be one of the best hydrangea gardens in the Kanto region.
Colorful hydrangeas

The best time to see the hydrangeas in 2025 is from mid to late June!

In 2025, Shimonita Hydrangea Garden will be open from Monday, June 2 to Sunday, June 29. The garden will be open from 9:00 to 17:00, and beautiful hydrangeas can be enjoyed at any time during this period. The best time to view the hydrangeas is usually from mid to late June, when the entire park is covered with hydrangeas in full bloom. From the park, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the unique mountain range of Nishi Kamishu, a series of rocky mountains that look like a work of art sculpted by nature. Please enjoy the surrounding scenery while enjoying the hydrangea flowers.
Panoramic view of the mountains

Shimonita Hydrangea Garden Basic Information

Opening Date: Monday, June 2, 2025 - Sunday, June 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 - 17:00
Cooperation fee: Adults 300 yen, Elementary school students 100 yen, Preschool children free
Parking: Free parking available (during opening period only)
Mountains and hydrangeas

Click here to see the status of hydrangeas in bloom.

Please check the hydrangea blooming status of Shimonita Hydrangea Garden on the Shimonita Tourist Association website or Please check the blooming status and enjoy the beautiful hydrangeas to your heart's content.
Hydrangeas in Shimonita Hydrangea Garden
Shimonita Tourist Association HP

Enjoy local delicacies at Roadside Station Shimonita!

After admiring the beautiful hydrangeas at Shimonita Hydrangea Garden, we recommend a visit to "Roadside Station Shimonita" in the neighborhood. soft-serve ice cream, and croquettes made from Shimonita's specialties (green onions, konnyaku, and shiitake mushrooms). We also recommend the soft-serve ice cream and thick milk and yogurt made from Kozu Farm Milk Bar Jersey milk, so please enjoy them as well.
Roadside Station Shimonita
Inside of Michi no Eki Shimonita

Enjoy a moment of healing at Shimonita Hydrangea Garden, one of the most famous hydrangea viewing spots in the Kanto region!

We hope we have conveyed the charm of the hydrangeas at Shimonita Hydrangea Garden to you. We hope you enjoy the spectacular view of hydrangeas that can only be enjoyed during the limited time of the rainy season.
Carefully nurtured hydrangeas

Let's combine your favorite train and lodging to save money!

You can make your own original trip!

The " JR East View Dynamic Rail Package " is a variable-price individual travel product sold exclusively through the Internet that allows you to freely select a train and accommodations and make a reservation at once. Depending on the timing and conditions of your reservation, you may be able to save even on the day of departure at the earliest! We also offer one-day trip plans! Enjoy your own unique trip according to your schedule and purpose.

Click here for details

For train + inn "Gunma Area" reservations, use [ JR East View Dynamic Rail Package ]
Tags related to this article
Previous post Back to list Next
related articles