What other travelers are saying about Flower Corridor
“Ashikaga Flower Park" is truly breathtaking, especially during wisteria season. The藤の花 create magical tunnels of purple, white, and pink, glowing beautifully at night when illuminated. The park is well-organized, with clear paths and plenty of spots to take photos. It’s easy to access from the nearby station, making it a convenient day trip. While it can get crowded during peak bloom, the stunning藤の花 displays are absolutely worth it. A must-visit for flower lovers. Especially nowadays, this place might seem as a model for "Demon slayer 鬼滅の刃", so thanks to t, it attracts more visitors than before.
🌸 About the Park
• Located in Ashikaga, Tochigi Prefecture, about 2 hours from Tokyo by train.
• Famous for its stunning wisteria (fuji) tunnels and seasonal flower displays.
• Recognized as one of Japan’s most beautiful flower parks, especially during spring.
🌟 Highlights
1. Wisteria Tunnels – Long tunnels of cascading purple, white, and pink wisteria flowers; magical for photos.
2. Illuminations – Seasonal night illuminations, especially in late April–May and winter, are breathtaking.
3. Seasonal Flowers – Apart from wisteria, you can enjoy roses, azaleas, hydrangeas, and more depending on the season.
4. Photography Paradise – The layout and vibrant colors make it perfect for both casual visitors and professional photographers.
🎉 Experiences
• Walking paths allow visitors to stroll among flowers and enjoy the peaceful scenery.
• Tea houses and food stalls inside the park offer refreshments.
• Special seasonal events include flower festivals and cultural displays.
💡 Tips
• Visit in late April to mid-May for the peak wisteria bloom.
• Bring a camera — the tunnels and garden views are incredibly photogenic.
• Weekdays are less crowded than weekends, especially during peak season.
🎫 Entrance Fee (2025 Approx.)
• Adults (High school and older): ¥900–¥1,200 depending on season.
• Children (4–12 years old): ¥500–¥600.
• Free for children under 4.
• Fees may vary slightly during peak bloom or illumination events.
🕒 Opening Hours
• Daytime (Flower Viewing): Usually 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (varies slightly by season).
• Illuminations / Night Viewing: Often 3:30 PM – 9:00 PM or later during special events.
• Check the official website for exact dates, as times can change depending on the season.
Ashikaga Flower Park is sublime and I didn’t even visit during wisteria season. I only saw the main wisteria tree in its barren form, but due to its great size and outstretched vines, I just know it is an amazing sight when it is in full bloom. Even without wisteria, the other flower arrangements are gorgeous.
I got to try wisteria ice cream, which was such a pretty purple. The taste was rather mild, but unique.
I loved the gift shop. So much purple! It was a sight for sore eyes for a purple fiend like myself. There were so many different types of omiyage—many non-purple products, too—that I probably spent as much time browsing in the shop as I did the flower park.
I had a great time and would absolutely love to visit again when the wisteria bloom.
My wife and I visited at the beginning of April, at the peak of cherry blossom season. We knew full well that we were effectively visiting out of season for the park, so our expectations were measured but it was fantastic. They did a great job of making up for the lack of wisteria with beautiful, vibrant displays of pansies and tulips. It's definitely worth visiting at this time of year. We will be sure to return for the wisteria at some point though, because just looking at all the bare wisteria trees tells you how amazing it would be.
There are a selection of restaurants on site, including a diner style option (where you can get wisteria flavoured ice cream - quite subtle, not overly floral) and more "sit down" style ones that serve things like Japanese curry.
Toilets are plentiful and the whole park appears to be wheelchair accessible. There's also a decent amount of parking available, though I imagine it struggles during wisteria season.
Another highlight is the gift shop(s). There are a wide array of different souvenirs available, including Tochigi specialties. You can also buy flowers there, though you should note that the flower shop and souvenir shop are separate and have different registers.
The staff, as you'd expect in Japan, are excellent. Very friendly, helpful and efficient.
Visited on 1 May 2025 in the morning, which, although not an official holiday, was part of the Golden Week. Started getting busy only around 11am, but the crowds were manageable. I was still able to take photos, and find seats to take a break or have lunch. Definitely recommend coming, although I would consider coming in the evening instead to catch the flowers in both daylight and under the night illuminations. Lots of other flowers besides wisterias too, including petunias, poppies, azaleas, etc.
The best time to visit flower corridors depends on location and flower types. Spring (March-May) offers wildflower displays, summer (June-August) features lavender and sunflower corridors, while fall (September-November) showcases chrysanthemums and autumn blooms.
Famous flower corridors include Netherlands' Keukenhof tulip gardens, Japan's cherry blossom corridors, Provence's lavender fields in France, California's poppy super blooms, and India's Valley of Flowers in Uttarakhand.
Flower corridor blooms typically last 2-6 weeks depending on weather conditions and flower varieties. Tulip corridors bloom for 3-4 weeks, cherry blossoms last 1-2 weeks, lavender corridors bloom for 4-6 weeks, and wildflower corridors can last 2-8 weeks.
For flower corridor photography, pack a DSLR or mirrorless camera with macro lens, tripod, polarizing filter, comfortable walking shoes, sun hat, sunscreen, water bottle, and weather-appropriate clothing for outdoor flower field exploration.
Many flower corridors have entrance fees ranging from $5-30 USD. Popular destinations like Keukenhof charge admission, while some natural flower corridors are free. Restrictions often include staying on designated paths, no flower picking, and limited visiting hours during peak bloom periods.
