Kasaoka Bay Farm Flower Garden is a seasonal flower park located in Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture, Japan. The garden spans approximately 80,000 square meters and sits on reclaimed land along the scenic Seto Inland Sea coast. Established as part of a broader regional agricultural development project, the facility opened to showcase ornamental horticulture and promote tourism in this relatively rural area of western Japan.
The garden's primary attraction is its vast flower fields that change with the seasons. Spring brings nemophila (baby blue eyes), creating carpets of azure blooms typically peaking from mid-April through early May. Summer features sunflowers that reach their height in July and August, while autumn showcases cosmos flowers in pink, white, and red varieties from September through October. Winter displays include pansies and Iceland poppies. The seasonal rotation ensures year-round visual interest, with millions of individual flowers planted annually.
Visitors can walk through designated pathways that wind through the flower fields, offering photo opportunities against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea. The elevated location provides views across the water to nearby islands. The facility includes a restaurant serving local Okayama produce, a shop selling flower-related products and souvenirs, and occasional event spaces. During peak blooming periods, the garden can attract several thousand visitors daily, though weekday visits generally offer a more peaceful experience.
Kasaoka Bay Farm is accessible by car, located approximately 15 minutes' drive from the Kasaoka Interchange on the Sanyo Expressway. Public transportation requires taking a bus from JR Kasaoka Station, with the journey taking roughly 20 minutes. Limited bus services operate, particularly outside peak seasons, so checking schedules in advance is advisable. On-site parking accommodates around 1,500 vehicles with a fee of typically 500 yen. General admission is 1,000 yen for adults, with reduced rates for children and seniors. Prices may vary slightly depending on the season and special events.
