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Kawazu-zakura Cherry Blossoms
Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms are characterized by relatively large petals
in a rich shade of pink. Buds begin to open in early February, and the
blossoms continue to flower for over a month through early March. Every
year, around a million visitors attend the Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival,
which is held from February 10 through March 10, and features various local
specialties for sale. The best viewing spot is a section of the Kawazu
River bank extending from Kawazu Station on the Izukyu Line.
Date:
From February 9, 2008 to March 10, 2008.
(Kawazu-zakura Cherry Festival)
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Kawazu Bagatelle Park
Kawazu has long been known as the "Town of Flowers" because of
its abundant irises and Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms. In the spring of
2001, the Bagatelle Park was opened, in a tie-up with the park of the same
name in Paris. Three of the park's five hectares are devoted to a reproduction
of the Paris park's Rose Garden, thus recreating the atmosphere of the
French capital in the 18th century. The best seasons for viewing the roses
are from mid-May to late June, and from mid-October to late November.
Date:
Opened through the year
Opening Hour:
9:30am-4:30pm during "flower season"(April 28-November 30 period).
However 9:30am-4:00pm during "gourmet seaon"(December 1-April
27 period).
Admisson Fee:
(flower seaon)Adult/1000yen
Junior, Child*/300yen
(gourmet seaon)Adult/500yen
Junior, Child*/100yen
*for junior high school and elementary school students |
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Kawazu Iris Garden
The cultivated irises in Kawazu are known as early bloomers by taking advantage
of hot springs and a balmy climate. Currently, Kawazu is one of the four
major iris production areas and takes pride in producing the largest volume
in the Kanto region. At the Kawazu Iris Garden, visitors can enjoy viewing
25,000 elegant iris plants comprised of 130 varieties planted for reserch
purposes.
Date:
Opened every day from May 1 through June 15 period.
Opening Hour:
9:00am-4:00pm
Admisson Fee:
Adult/300yen Junior, Child*/100yen
*for junior high school and elementary school students |
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Kawazu Carnation Garden
There are about 200 species and over 12,000 individual plants of carnation
in the garden.
Date:
Third Sunday in December - Second Sunday in May period.
Closed:
every Wednesday
Opening Hour:
9:00am-4:00pm
Admisson Fee:
Adult/300yen Junior, Child*/100yen
*for junior high school and elementary school students |
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