Hakone Shissei Garden

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Experience the abundant nature of Hakone at Japan's first wetland garden. A breathtaking display of seasonal flowers creates a truly peaceful atmosphere.

Historic Sites
Japanese Gardens
Flower Viewing

HighlightsJapan's first wetland garden
Stunning seasonal flowers in full bloom
Preservation and exhibition of precious Sengokuhara wetland plants
Features an exhibition room, gift shop, and cafe
A relaxing place to enjoy nature

Basic Information

Address: 817 Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Ashigarashimo-gun, Kanagawa Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Kanagawa

Access: From Hakone-Yumoto Station, take the Hakone Tozan Bus to Sengokuan Mae (40 minutes), then an 8-minute walk. From Gora Station, take the sightseeing loop bus (Hakone Tozan Bus) to Hakone Shissei Garden (30 minutes). From Batas新宿 and Tokyo Station, take an express bus to Sengokuan Mae. Show route

Op.Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cld.Days: Closed for winter from December 1st to March 19th

Fee: Adults (junior high school students and above): ¥700 Children (elementary school students): ¥400

INFO: Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Four wheelchairs are available for rent (first-come, first-served). Pets are allowed, but must be kept in a carrier or held. (Carriers are not available for rent.) Picking flowers or collecting plants and animals within the park is prohibited.

HP: https://hakone-shisseikaen.com/

Overview

Hakone Shissei Garden, located in Sengokuhara, Hakone-machi, Kanagawa Prefecture, is Japan's first wetland garden. Opened in 1976, it protects and showcases the precious plants of the Sengokuhara wetland. The garden features approximately 1,500 plant species, primarily wetland plants. The vibrant seasonal flowers create a soothing atmosphere for visitors. Enjoy a variety of blooms, including Mizubashou and Katakuri in spring, Nikko-kisuge and Himeyuri in summer, and Rindou and Oomomiji in autumn. An exhibition room provides information about the flora and fauna of the Sengokuhara wetland, featuring photos and panels. A roughly 15-minute film, "Hakone Shissei Garden: Flowers of the Four Seasons," is also shown. Spring showcases spring flowers, while summer features summer blooms. A gift shop and cafe offer a relaxing space to unwind. The shop sells souvenirs such as original postcards and photo albums, along with mountain plants and carnivorous plants (summer only). A wide variety of plants are also sold during the garden's opening period. Hakone Shissei Garden is a highly recommended destination for experiencing the rich natural beauty of Hakone.

Hakone Shissei Garden

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