Best Cosmos and Autumn Flower Fields in Japan: 34 Picks for September–October 2026
Immerse yourself in autumn flower fields, including cosmos, that can be viewed for a long period
Cosmos flowers bloom in vibrant shades of pink, white, and sometimes yellow. One delightful characteristic of cosmos is their extended blooming season. In some areas, they begin to appear in late July, while in others, you can enjoy the fields until mid-November. This long season makes it easy to plan your visit. We will also introduce many other autumn flower fields that are at their best from September to October. Why not consider visiting these beautiful locations as the summer heat begins to fade?
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Famous Cosmos Fields in Hokkaido and Tohoku
Engaru Town, Monbetsu District, Hokkaido
Taiyo-no-Oka Engaru Park
This park spans a vast area, stretching from its hilltop to its base, and is filled with vibrant flowers from spring through autumn. The Rainbow Plaza, spanning approximately 10 hectares (24.7 acres), is home to about 10 million cosmos flowers blooming under Hokkaido's blue skies. The Taiyo-no-Oka Cosmos Festa, held annually during the blooming season, features a variety of exciting events.
Best time to visit
Mid-August to late September
Taiyo-no-Oka Cosmos Festa
September 6, 2026
(Cosmos Garden opening period: April 25 to late October, 2026)Admission
Adults: 600 JPY
Children (elementary and junior high school students): 300 JPY (Admission is free for junior high school students and younger during the Cosmos Festa)Access
By train: Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from JR Sekihoku Main Line Engaru Station.
By car: Approximately 115 minutes from Pippu-Kita Interchange on the Asahikawa-Monbetsu Expressway.Address
Marudai, Engaru Town, Monbetsu District, Hokkaido
Yamagata City, Yamagata
Omoshiroyama Kogen Cosmos Berg
Yellow Cosmos FlowersEvery September, the approximately 5-hectare (12.4-acre) grounds of Omoshiroyama Kogen Cosmos Berg come alive with vibrant yellow cosmos flower fields. Its name has a romantic origin, as it is said to be a coined word combining "cosmos" with "Berg," the German word for mountain. Since Yamadera Station is just one stop away from Omoshiroyama-Kogen Station, we recommend visiting both locations together.
Best time to visit
Early September to late September
Access
By train: Approximately 10 minutes on foot from JR Senzan Line Omoshiroyama-Kogen Station
By car: Approximately 40 minutes from Yamagata-Zao Interchange on the Yamagata ExpresswayAddress
Mount Hakusan, Yamadera, Yamagata City, Yamagata Prefecture
Famous Cosmos Fields in the Kanto Region
Chuo Ward, Tokyo
Hama-rikyu Gardens
Sulfur CosmosHama-rikyu Gardens is a popular spot where you can enjoy beautiful flower fields right in the heart of Tokyo. Against a backdrop of towering skyscrapers, sulfur cosmos flowers bloom in profusion, painting the entire area in a beautiful orange hue. Their peak blooming season is slightly earlier than other cosmos varieties, starting from late July. Since the sun can be strong during this period, be sure to stay hydrated and replenish your electrolytes while strolling through the gardens.
Best time to visit
Late July to late August
Operating Hours During Peak Season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)
Admission Fee
Adults: 300 JPY
Seniors (65 and over): 150 JPY
Elementary school children and younger, and junior high school students residing or studying in Tokyo: FreeAccess (to Otemon Gate)
By Train: Approximately 7 minutes on foot from Tsukijishijo Station (Subway) or Shiodome Station (Subway/Yurikamome Line), or approximately 12 minutes on foot from Shimbashi Station (JR/Subway).
Address
1-1 Hamarikyuteien, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
Tachikawa City, Tokyo
Showa Commemorative National Government Park (Showa Kinen Park)
This park features facilities such as a swimming pool, a children's forest, and a Japanese garden, making it popular not only for observing plants and flowers but also as a leisure destination. Every year, from mid-September to late October, the Cosmos Festival is held, with approximately four million cosmos flowers in bloom. In addition to common cosmos varieties, you'll find yellow cosmos and those with distinctive ring patterns in their centers.
Best time to visit
Early September to early November
Cosmos Festival
September 12 - October 25, 2026
Operating hours during peak season
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (hours may vary by season)
Admission fee
Adults: 450 JPY
Seniors (65 and over): 210 JPY
Children (elementary and junior high school students): FreeAccess (to Nishi-Tachikawa)
Train: Approximately a two-minute walk from Nishi-Tachikawa Station on the JR Ome Line
Address
3173 Midoricho, Tachikawa City, Tokyo
Kashiwa City, Chiba
Akebonoyama Agricultural Park
Akebonoyama Agricultural Park features a vast 1.2-hectare (3-acre) field of white, yellow, pink, and red cosmos flowers, set against a backdrop of a windmill. Each year, a Cosmos Week event is held to coincide with the peak blooming season. On weekends during this period, visitors can enjoy a variety of events celebrating cosmos flowers and autumn, including a global skewer festival, tea ceremonies, and a bread festival. Additionally, a special viewing platform is set up, offering panoramic views of the expansive flower fields.
Best time to visit
Early October to late October
Cosmos Week
Details for 2026 are yet to be determined. Note: The 2025 event was from October 7 to November 5.
Operating Hours During Peak Season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed on Mondays (or the following day if Monday is a national holiday)
Admission
Free
Access
By train: From JR Joban Line Abiko Station, take the Bando Bus and get off at the Akebonoyama Koen Iriguchi stop, then walk approximately 7 minutes.
By car: Approximately 20 minutes from Kashiwa Interchange on the Joban ExpresswayAddress
2005-2 Fuse, Kashiwa City, Chiba
Konosu City, Saitama
Cosmos Arena Fukiage
Approximately 10 million colorful cosmos flowers, including pink and yellow varieties, bloom across a vast 6.3-hectare (15.6-acre) area on the Arakawa Riverbed. In October, a Cosmos Festival is held, featuring various stage events that create a lively atmosphere. Nearby, you'll find a striking red water pipe bridge, which is the longest in Japan, stretching approximately 1,100 meters (3,609 feet). On clear days, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Chichibu Mountains and Mount Fuji.
Best time to visit
Mid-October to late October
Cosmos Festival
October 24 - 25, 2026
Access
By train: Approximately 10 minutes by taxi from JR Fukiage Station on the Takasaki Line.
By car: Approximately 30 minutes from Higashimatsuyama IC on the Kan-etsu Expressway (to Cosmos Arena Fukiage)Address
Meiyo, Konosu City, Saitama
Details
Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki
Hitachi Seaside Park
Kochia and Cosmos flowersHitachi Seaside Park, popular for its stunning blue nemophila flowers in spring, transforms in autumn. Miharashi Hill is adorned with approximately 2.8 million cosmos flowers and about 32,000 kochia plants that turn a vibrant red. Additionally, you can see various varieties of cosmos flowers in the Prairie Flower Garden area.
Best time to visit
Early October to mid-October
Operating hours during peak season
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (hours may vary depending on the season), open daily in October
Admission fee
Adults: 450 JPY
Seniors (65 and over): 210 JPY
Junior high school students and younger: Free
*Admission is free on September 26 and 27, 2026.
*During the peak kochia viewing season (scheduled for October), an additional seasonal fee of 350 JPY is required in addition to the admission fee.Access
By train: From JR Joban Line Katsuta Station, take a local bus and get off at the Kaihin Koen West Entrance stop.
By car: Near the exit of the Hitachi Kaihin Koen Interchange on the Hitachinaka Toll Road.Address
605-4 Onuma, Mawatari, Hitachinaka City, Ibaraki
Takanezawa Town, Shioya District, Tochigi
Kinu Green Park
In autumn, Kinu Green Park, which features water play areas, tennis courts, and grounds, is home to a cosmos field spanning approximately 2 hectares (4.9 acres). About one million cosmos flowers in shades of pink and cream bloom here. The sight of these beautifully blooming flowers is a delight for visitors. Every year, during the peak blooming season, the Cosmos Festival is held. The festival features shows, games, and taiko (Japanese drum) performances, creating a lively atmosphere.
Best time to visit
Late September to mid-October
Operating hours during peak season
April 1 to September 30: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
October 1 to March 31: 8:00 AM to 5:30 PMAccess
Train: Approximately 25 minutes on foot from JR Hoshakuji Station
Address
86-1 Hoshakuji, Takanezawa Town, Shioya District, Tochigi
Famous Cosmos Fields in the Chubu Region
Shinano Town, Kamiminochi District, Nagano
Kurohime Flower Garden
Kurohime Flower Garden, nestled at the foot of Mount Kurohime in northern Nagano, is a captivating destination, boasting one million cosmos flowers, each meticulously planted by hand. Situated on the eastern slope, the cosmos fields receive less direct sunlight, causing them to bloom slightly earlier than typical cosmos varieties. Visitors can also enjoy a panoramic lift ride for an aerial stroll, offering breathtaking views of approximately 50 varieties of colorful cosmos flowers.
Best time to visit
Mid-August to late September
Cosmos Viewing Event
Details for the 2026 Cosmos Viewing Event are yet to be determined
Admission Fee
Flower Garden and Panoramic Lift Operating Period: July 18 to October 12, 2026
Flower Garden: Ages 3 and over: 500-900 JPY *Prices vary by season
Set Ticket (Admission + Panoramic Lift):
General: 2,000 JPY
Ages 3 to elementary school students: 1,300 JPY
Under 3 years old: Free
*The panoramic lift can be used multiple times on the same dayAccess
Train: Approximately 10 minutes by bus or taxi from Kurohime Station on the Shinano Railway Kita-Shinano Line
Car: Approximately 6 minutes from Shinanomachi Interchange on the Joshin-etsu ExpresswayAddress
3807 Nojiri, Shinano Town, Kamiminochi District, Nagano (Kurohime Kogen)
Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi
Yamanakako Hananomiyako Park
Sulfur cosmosWith majestic Mount Fuji in the background, approximately six million sulfur cosmos and cosmos flowers fill the flower fields and farm area, which spans about 30 hectares (74 acres). In the latter half of the blooming season, if you are lucky, you might be able to see the full bloom of the cosmos fields and Mount Fuji's first snowcap simultaneously.*The first snowcap typically occurs from late September to early October each year.
Best time to visit
Sulfur cosmos and cosmos / Late August to mid-October
Operating Hours During Peak Season
8:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Admission Fee
The flower fields and farm area are free.
Access
By car: Approximately five minutes from the Lake Yamanaka Interchange on the Higashi-Fujigoko Road.
Address
1650 Yamanaka, Yamanakako Village, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi
Ichinomiya City, Aichi
138 Tower Park
Approximately 50,000 cosmos flowers are in full bloom from early to mid-October. You can enjoy a rich variety of colorful cosmos, including yellow, orange, pink, and white. Additionally, you can enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view from the observation tower, which is approximately 138 meters (453 feet) tall.
Best time to visit
Early to mid-October
Autumn Festival
September 19 - November 3, 2026
Operating Hours during Peak Season
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
*Closed on the second Monday of each monthAccess
By car: Approximately 8 minutes from Ichinomiya-Kisogawa Interchange on the Tokai-Hokuriku Expressway
Address
21-3 Urasaki, Komyoji, Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture
Fukui City, Fukui
Miyanoshita Cosmos Park
Miyanoshita Cosmos Park boasts approximately 100 million cosmos flowers blooming across its vast grounds, spanning about 17.5 hectares (43.2 acres), an area equivalent to four Tokyo Domes. During the peak blooming season, the Fukui Cosmos Festival is held, and on weekends and holidays, flower tram cars operate, allowing visitors to explore the expansive cosmos fields. The park features a wide variety of cosmos flowers, and there are also designated areas where visitors can pick flowers.
Best time to visit
Late September to mid-October
Fukui Cosmos Festival
Details for the Fukui Cosmos Festival in 2026 are yet to be determined. *The 2025 festival was held from October 11 to October 26.
Access
By car: Approximately 30 minutes from Fukui-Kita Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway
Address
Egami-cho and Gosho-gaichi-cho, Fukui City, Fukui
Popular Cosmos Fields in Kansai
Hino Town, Gamo-gun, Shiga
Shiga Agricultural Park Blume no Oka
Shiga Agricultural Park Blume no Oka, which recreates a medieval German farming village, underwent a renewal of its Animal Area in spring 2024. Based on the concept of "more interaction" with animals, the park welcomed new animals, making the area even more focused on interaction. From late September to early November, the cosmos fields around Blume no Oka are in full bloom, adding vibrant colors to the park.
Best time to visit
Late September to early November
Operating hours during peak season
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, closed on Wednesdays (open if Wednesday is a national holiday)
Admission fee
Adults: 1,500 JPY
Children (ages 4 to elementary school age): 800 JPY
Dogs: 500 JPY
*Proof of vaccination for mixed vaccine and rabies vaccine is required for dog entry.Access
By train: From Omi Railway Hino Station, take the Omi Bus and get off at Habanocho bus stop, then walk 10 minutes.
By car: Approximately 20 minutes from Yokaichi Interchange on the Meishin ExpresswayAddress
843 Nishioji, Hino Town, Gamo District, Shiga
Kameoka City, Kyoto
Yume Cosmos Garden
You'll find one of the largest cosmos gardens in the Kansai region here, where approximately eight million cosmos flowers of 20 varieties bloom vibrantly. Throughout the garden, you'll be greeted by unique scarecrows, which are entries from the annual Creative Scarecrow Contest. Many other exciting events are also held. Additionally, the garden features a cut flower shop and a dog park, making it a perfect place to enjoy a full day with your beloved pet.
Best time to visit
Mid-October to late October
Operating Period
October 1 to November 8, 2026 (open daily during this period)
Operating Hours During Peak Season
9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (last entry 4:00 PM)
Admission Fee
Adults: 1,000 JPY (800 JPY on weekdays), Under high school age: Free
Access
Train: Approximately 10 minutes by bus from JR Kameoka Station
Car: Approximately 8 minutes from Kameoka Interchange on the Kyoto Jukan ExpresswayAddress
Located on the east side of Kameoka Sports Park Gymnasium, Anagawanomizu, Yoshikawa-cho, Kameoka City, Kyoto
Suita City, Osaka
Expo Commemoration Park
Expo Commemoration Park boasts a vast area of approximately 260 hectares (642 acres). Within the Natural and Cultural Park area, the Flower Hill is home to approximately 200,000 cosmos flowers of 22 varieties, which typically reach their peak bloom from early October to late November each year. During the peak blooming season, the Expo Commemoration Park Cosmos and Kochia Festa is held, delighting visitors.
Best time to visit
Early October to mid-November
Expo Commemoration Park Cosmos and Kochia Festa
October 3 to November 3, 2026
Operating Hours During Peak Season
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last entry at 4:30 PM)
Admission Fee
Common ticket for Natural and Cultural Park and Japanese Garden: Adults: 450 JPY
Junior high school students and under: FreeAccess
By train: Get off at Banpaku-kinen-koen Station or Koen-higashiguchi Station on the Osaka Monorail
Address
1-1 Senribanpakukoen, Suita City, Osaka
Nara City, Nara
Hannya-ji Temple
Hannya-ji Temple is renowned for the variety of flowers you can enjoy throughout the four seasons. Annually, from late September to early November, approximately 150,000 cosmos flowers of about 15 varieties bloom, surrounding the temple grounds and earning it the nickname "Cosmos Temple." The sight of these flowers blossoming around the stone Buddhas evokes a rich sense of traditional Japanese beauty. You can immerse yourself in the unique autumn atmosphere of the temple, perhaps by admiring the tall cosmos flowers against the beautiful backdrop of the temple's stone pagoda. The cute cosmos charms are also very popular.
Best time to visit
Late September to early November
Operating hours during peak season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission fee
Cosmos blooming season admission (mid-September to early November):
Adults: 700 JPY
Middle and High School Students: 300 JPY
Elementary School Students: 200 JPY
(Regular admission:
Adults: 500 JPY
Middle and High School Students: 200 JPY
Elementary School Students: 100 JPY)Access
Train: Approximately 15 minutes by bus from JR Nara Station
Car: Approximately 30 minutes from Tenri Interchange on the Nishi-Meihan Expressway and Meihan National HighwayAddress
221 Hannyaji-cho, Nara City, Nara
Aridagawa Town, Wakayama
Washigamine Cosmos Park
On clear days, you can see as far as Awaji Island and Shikoku, offering a 360-degree panoramic view. Cosmos flowers bloom across the entire summit of Washigamine. This is a spectacular spot where you can enjoy cosmos flowers alongside the mountain views, and the scenery with the setting sun is also magnificent.
Best time to visit
Late September to early October
Access
By car: Approximately 30 minutes from Arita Interchange on the Hanwa Expressway
Address
244-2 Nagatani, Aridagawa Town, Arida District, Wakayama
Famous Cosmos Fields in Sanyo and Shikoku
Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi
Refresh Park Toyoura
In early October, over one million cosmos flowers bloom across the approximately 7-hectare (17-acre) grounds. During the peak blooming season, the Toyoura Cosmos Festival is held, featuring a variety of events such as a cosmos maze, food stalls, horseback riding experiences, and a flea market. The park also features a roller slide approximately 55 meters (180 feet) long, as well as a ropeway and playground equipment.
Best time to visit
Early October to mid-October
Period
Toyoura Cosmos Festival: October 11-12, 2026
Operating hours during peak season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission fee
Adults: 210 JPY
Elementary and junior high school students: 100 JPY
Ages 65 and over: 100 JPYAccess
By train: Approximately 5 minutes by taxi from JR San'in Main Line Kawatanaonsen Station
By car: Approximately 30 minutes from Shimonoseki Interchange on the Chugoku ExpresswayAddress
2035-9 Oaza Kawatana, Toyoura-cho, Shimonoseki City, Yamaguchi
Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa Prefecture
Sanuki Manno National Government Park
Approximately 170,000 cosmos flowers of six varieties bloom in three locations within the park. Around the same time, approximately 6,000 kochia bushes turn red. During the peak viewing season, the Autumn Colors Festival is held, where you can enjoy traditional performing arts from Manno Town, talent shows, and cosmos flower picking experiences.
Best time to visit
Late September to early November
Autumn Colors Festival
September 12 to October 25, 2026 (open daily during the period)
Admission Fee
Adults: 450 JPY
Ages 65 and over: 210 JPY
Junior high school students and younger: FreeAccess
By train: Approximately 15 minutes by taxi from JR Dosan Line Kotohira Station or Kotoden Kotohira Station on the Kotohira Line
By car: Approximately 25 minutes from Zentsuji Interchange on the Takamatsu ExpresswayAddress
4243-12 Yoshino, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa
Famous Cosmos Fields in Kyushu
Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
Nokonoshima Island Park
Nokonoshima Island Park is situated on Noko Island, an island with a circumference of approximately 12 kilometers (7.5 miles), just a 10-minute ferry ride from a port in Fukuoka City. At the Panorama Flower Garden, located on the northernmost side of the park, vibrant cosmos flowers bloom with the sea as a stunning backdrop. Visitors can enjoy these beautiful flower fields for about one month, from early October to early November, thanks to approximately 500,000 cosmos flowers and an additional 300,000 late-blooming cosmos.
Best time to visit
Cosmos: Early October to mid-October
Late-blooming Cosmos: Late October to early NovemberOperating Hours during Peak Season
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM (until 6:30 PM on Sundays and national holidays); Open daily
Admission Fee
Adults: 1,500 JPY
Children (elementary and junior high school students): 800 JPY
Infants (ages 3 and over): 500 JPYAccess
To Meinohama Ferry Terminal:
By Train: From Meinohama Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Kuko Line, take a Nishitetsu bus and get off at the Nokotosenba stop.
By Car: Approximately 10 minutes from the Atago Interchange on the Fukuoka Urban Expressway. *Paid parking is available next to the ferry boarding area (510 JPY per day).
From Meinohama Ferry Terminal:
Take a ferry to Noko Ferry Terminal. After arriving, take a Nishitetsu bus and get off at the Island Park stop.
*Ferry Fare (one-way): Adults: 230 JPY; Children: 140 JPYAddress
1624 Noko, Nishi Ward, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
Mizumaki Town, Onga District, Fukuoka
Cosmos Flowers on the Onga River
Along the gently flowing Onga River, the Mizumaki Town Riverside Cosmos Road is adorned with approximately 5 million pink cosmos flowers. The countless cosmos flowers swaying in the breeze along the river are a beloved autumn tradition for locals. Every year, coinciding with the blooming season from mid to late October, the adjacent Midorin Park hosts a Cosmos Festival. Many people visit to leisurely enjoy the cosmos flowers.
Best time to visit
Mid-October to late October
Cosmos Festival
October 24 - 25, 2026
Access
By train: Approximately 6 minutes by taxi from JR Mizumaki Station
Address
1-500-1 Inokuma, Mizumaki Town, Onga District, Fukuoka (Midorin Park)
Isahaya City, Nagasaki
Shirakimine Kogen Plateau
Shirakimine Kogen Plateau is situated on the mountainside at an altitude of approximately 1,000 meters (3,281 feet), offering panoramic views of Mount Unzen and the Ariake Sea. In autumn, a breathtaking display of approximately 200,000 cosmos flowers unfolds, showcasing vibrant shades of pink, white, red, and reddish-purple. The refreshing breeze and clear air that sweep across the plateau are perfect for enjoying these colorful blossoms. The Cosmos Flower Space Museum in the same area also exhibits cosmos paintings.
Best time to visit
Late September to mid-October (around October 10th)
Admission fee
Free (voluntary maintenance fee of 100 JPY)
Access
By car: Approximately 20 minutes from JR Isahaya Station
Address
Shirakimine Town, Isahaya City, Nagasaki
Nishihara Village, Aso District, Kumamoto
Tawarayama Exchange Center Moe no Sato
Tawarayama Exchange Center Moe no Sato, a place for interaction with local residents, is located in the Minamiaso area. In autumn, the cosmos garden, which appears only for the season, boasts approximately one million cosmos flowers in pink, red, and white. Additionally, during the blooming season, a Cosmos Festival is held, bustling with events such as concerts. Why not spend a leisurely time enjoying music while gazing at the colorful cosmos flowers and the mountains of Minamiaso?
Best time to visit
Late September to late October
Operating hours during peak season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Access
By car: Approximately 25 minutes from Mashiki-Aso Kumamoto Airport Interchange on the Kyushu Expressway
Address
2115-3 Komori, Nishihara Village, Aso District, Kumamoto
Nakatsu City, Oita
Sanko Cosmos Garden
Approximately 16 hectares (40 acres) of cosmos fields spread across the foothills of Mount Hachimen, making them a quintessential autumn sight in Nakatsu City. Approximately 28 million cosmos flowers reach their peak bloom from mid-October, creating a magnificent spectacle of fields stretching as far as the eye can see. A Cosmos Festival is also held during the peak blooming season, and the cosmos art, created by arranging cosmos flowers to form characters and patterns, is a must-see.
Best time to visit
Mid-October to early November
Sanko Cosmos Festival
October 8 - 25, 2026
Access
By car: Approximately 10 minutes from the Nakatsu Interchange on the Higashi-Kyushu Expressway
Address
Sanko, Nakatsu City, Oita
Kobayashi City, Miyazaki
Hana no Eki Ikoma Kogen
The vast kogen (plateau) spreading at the foot of Mount Kirishima is famous for over one million cosmos flowers that bloom each autumn. The sight of cosmos flowers filling the landscape as far as the eye can see is truly breathtaking. From late September to late October, when the flowers are in full bloom, the Ikoma Kogen Cosmos Festival is held, featuring a local product market and gourmet food stalls. The Night Cosmos event in early October is also a must-see.
Best time to visit
Late September to late October
Ikoma Kogen Cosmos Festival
September 26 - October 25, 2026
Admission
Junior high school students and older: 700 JPY
Elementary school students and younger: FreeAccess
By car: Approximately 5 minutes from Kobayashi Interchange on the Miyazaki Expressway
Address
Ikoma Kogen, Minaminishikata, Kobayashi City, Miyazaki
Flower Fields Best in September to October
Fujimi Town, Suwa District, Nagano
A famous spot for hyakunichiso (zinnias)
Fujimi Kogen Resort Hana no Sato
Fujimi Kogen Resort, home to Hana no Sato, is a multi-purpose resort facility comprising a golf course, ski resort, accommodations, and hot spring inns. Located at an altitude of approximately 1,250 meters (4,101 feet), Hana no Sato features multiple flower fields. In the Romance Area, you can admire marigolds blooming across the entire field with the Southern Alps as a stunning backdrop.
Best time to visit
Mid-July to late September
Operating Hours During Peak Season
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Admission Fees
Romance Area and Shirakaba Area (scheduled from July 18 to late September)
Admission to each area:
Junior high school students and older: 300 JPY
Children aged 3 to elementary school students: Free
Admission to each area + observation lift (Tenku Cart):
Junior high school students and older: 1,400 JPY
Children aged 3 to elementary school students: 500 JPY
*Observation lift operation: Daily from August 1 to 16, then Saturdays and Sundays only
*Tenku Cart operation: Daily from July 15 to August 31Access
By car: Approximately 8 minutes from Kobuchizawa Interchange on the Chuo Expressway
Address
12067 Sakai, Fujimi Town, Suwa District, Nagano
Yanabe, Handa City, Aichi
A famous spot for higanbana (spider lilies)
Yakachi River
The Yakachi River, located in Handa City, Aichi Prefecture, the hometown of Nankichi Niimi, author of Gon, the Little Fox, is one of Japan's most prominent habitats for cluster higanbana (spider lilies). These flowers also appear in the story. Every year in late September, approximately 3 million higanbana bloom in profusion along the approximately 2-kilometer (1.2-mile) embankment of the Yakachi River, attracting many visitors.
Best time to visit
Late September to early October
Gon no Aki Matsuri (Gon's Autumn Festival)
September 26 - October 4, 2026
Access
By train: Approximately 8 minutes by taxi from Chita Handa Station on the Meitetsu Kowa Line
By car: Approximately 5 minutes from Handa-Chuo Interchange on the Chitahanto RoadAddress
Yanabe, Handa City, Aichi (along the Yakachi River)
Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara Prefecture
A famous spot for higanbana
Asuka Village Inabuchi Rice Terraces
In Asuka Village, where many palaces and historic sites from the Asuka period have been excavated, you can see higanbana blooming throughout the village, making them a quintessential autumn sight. The higanbana at the Inabuchi Rice Terraces are particularly famous, with vibrant red flowers spreading across the expansive terraces. In some areas, you might even encounter rare white higanbana.
Best time to visit
Mid-September to late September
Inabuchi Rice Terraces Scarecrow Festival
September 26 - 27, 2026
Access
By car: Approximately 25 minutes from Katsuragi Interchange on the Minami-Hanna Road
Address
Inabuchi, Asuka Village, Takaichi District, Nara
Nakafurano Town, Sorachi District, Hokkaido
A famous spot for marigolds
Farm Tomita
Known for having one of Japan's largest lavender fields, Farm Tomita also boasts a wide array of shops and cafes. In the Field of Flowers area, you can enjoy a variety of colorful flowers that bloom seasonally from early May to early October. Marigolds are at their best from early June to early October, and you can see different varieties depending on the season.
Best time to visit
Early June to early October
Operating Hours During Peak Season
September: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
October-November: 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
*Hours vary by seasonAccess
By car: Approximately 95 minutes from Mikasa Interchange on the Do-O Expressway
Address
15 Kisenkita, Nakafurano Town, Sorachi District, Hokkaido
Biei Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
A famous spot for marigolds
Shikisai no Oka Flower Gardens
Approximately 7 hectares (17 acres) of flower fields stretch out against the backdrop of rolling hills in Biei Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido. From spring to autumn, you can see dozens of varieties of flowers each season, and in winter, you can enjoy winter sports like snowmobiling. Marigolds are best viewed from early July to late September. A vibrant carpet of flowers, including salvia and cockscomb, spreads across the landscape.
Best time to visit
Early July to late September
Operating Hours during Peak Season
8:40 AM to 5:30 PM
Admission Fee
High school students and older: 800 JPY
Elementary and junior high school students: 500 JPY
Children under elementary school age: Free (Separate fees apply for various rides and admission to the alpaca farm)Access
By car: Approximately 83 minutes from Takikawa Interchange on the Do-O Expressway
Address
3 Shinsei, Biei Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
Kuwana City, Mie
A famous spot for dahlias
Nabana no Sato
Nabana no Sato is one of the leading theme parks in the Tokai region, with grounds overflowing with flowers and greenery, as well as restaurants and shops. You can enjoy seasonal flowers throughout the year, and the seasonal events held for each type of flower are very popular. The Dahlia Festival is held from early October to late November, where you will be greeted by approximately 32,000 dahlia blooms from 8,000 stocks, encompassing about 200 varieties, including 50 types of giant dahlias.
Best time to visit
Cosmos: Late September to early November
Dahlias: Early October to late NovemberDahlia and Cosmos Festival
September 20, 2026 to mid-October
Admission Fee
Elementary school students and above: 1,700 JPY (includes a 1,000 JPY voucher usable within the park)
Access
By car: Approximately 15 minutes from Wangan-Nagashima Interchange on the Isewangan Expressway
Address
270 Komae Urushibata, Nagashima-cho, Kuwana City, Mie
Machida City, Tokyo
A famous spot for dahlias
Machida Yakushiike Park Shikisai no Mori Dahlia Garden
Known as one of the largest dahlia gardens in the Kanto region, this garden cultivates approximately 500 varieties and 4,000 plants of dahlias. Visitors can admire a wide variety of dahlias, including those with unique color variations such as bicolored, striped, and shaded blooms, as well as giant varieties whose flowers can exceed 30 centimeters (11.8 inches) in diameter. The first peak blooming season is from June to July, and the second peak blooming season is from September to October.
Best time to visit
Late June to late July / Late September to late October
Opening Period
June 20 to November 3, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM (last admission at 4:00 PM) Open daily during this period.
Dahlia Fair
October 3, 2026.
Admission Fee
Adults: 550 JPY
Junior high school students and younger: FreeAccess
By Train: From JR Yokohama Line or Odakyu Line Machida Station, take a bus from Machida Bus Center bound for Yamazaki Danchi and get off at the Kita-Ichigo stop, then walk for approximately 10 minutes.
By Car: Approximately 31 minutes from the Tomei Expressway Yokohama-Machida Interchange.Address
1213-1 Yamazaki-machi, Machida City, Tokyo
Saitama City, Saitama
A famous spot for salvias
Omiya Hana no Oka Norin Koen
This expansive facility, boasting approximately 10.9 hectares (26.9 acres) of land, is managed in four distinct blocks, with approximately 3.3 hectares (8.2 acres) dedicated to flower fields. It also features a waterside plaza for water play and a flower-themed food hall, making it beloved by locals. Every year, when the salvia begins to bloom in August and reaches its peak, the sight of the fields dyed crimson as far as the eye can see is truly breathtaking.
Best time to visit
Early August to late October
Operating hours during peak season
Until September: 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM
From October: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PMAccess
Train: From JR Takasaki Line Ageo Station, take the Gurutto-kun community bus (Ageo City Loop Bus) and get off at the Hana no Oka Koen bus stop
Address
124 Nishi-arai, Nishi-ku, Saitama City, Saitama
Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture
A famous spot for salvias
Hyogo Prefectural Park Awaji Hanasajiki
Awaji Hanasajiki was established to coincide with the opening of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge. In addition to vast flower fields where you can see seasonal flowers, the observation deck offering panoramic views of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge and Osaka Bay is very popular. While salvia is generally associated with the color red, rare white and purple varieties are also cultivated here, making for a spectacular sight.
Best time to visit
Mid-August to early November
Opening hours
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Access
By car: Approximately 12 minutes from Awaji Interchance on the Kobe-Awaji-Naruto Expressway
Address
2805-7 Kusumoto, Awaji City, Hyogo
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*The images shown are from previous years.
*The information provided is current as of the publication date. Please check the official website for the latest information before your visit, as details may have changed.
*This article is a translation of an article originally published in Japanese on 9/25/2026 and has been translated with the assistance of AI.