Nasu Flower World

Nasu Flower World is a vast flower park situated in the Nasu Highlands of Tochigi Prefecture, located in the northeastern region of Japan. The park spreads across extensive hillside terrain at an elevation that provides panoramic views of the Nasu Mountains, creating a distinctive setting where cultivated flower fields contrast with natural mountain landscapes. The location's climate and highland position make it suitable for growing varieties of flowers that thrive in cooler conditions similar to northern regions.

The park is locally known as the "geoglyph of Nasu" due to its colorful flower fields arranged in geometric patterns that resemble large-scale land art when viewed from elevated positions. These gradated bands of color create a painting-like effect across the slopes, with different sections blooming in coordinated hues. The highland location offers clear visibility on sunny days, allowing visitors to appreciate both the carefully designed flower arrangements and the backdrop of the mountain range. The Nasu area itself is recognized as one of Japan's premier resort destinations, partly due to the presence of an imperial villa in the region.

Visitors can experience seasonal displays throughout most of the year, with the park closed during winter months. In May, the fields showcase poppies (including Icelandic poppies), tulips, and anemones. June brings roses and lupines into bloom. The summer months of July and August feature daylilies and salvia. September is considered the peak visiting period, when the park presents one of its most impressive displays. Around October, cosmos and plumed cockscombs in red and orange shades dominate the landscape. Walking paths allow visitors to move through the different flower sections and photograph the displays from various angles.

Access to Nasu Flower World requires private transportation, as public transit options are limited. The nearest major railway station is Nasu-Shiobara Station on the Tohoku Shinkansen line. From the station, visitors typically travel by rental car or taxi, with taxi fares from the station to the park costing approximately 4,200 yen. The park is located at 5341-1 Toyohara Hei, Nasu-machi, Nasu-gun. Admission to the park is charged at 800 yen per person. Visitors should note that the remote location means planning transportation in advance is essential, particularly for those relying on taxis for return journeys.