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Located at the foot of the Suzuka Mountains in Hino Town, Koto District, Shiga Prefecture, Shiga Agricultural Park Blumen no Oka is an experiential agricultural park themed around dairy farming. The park offers a variety of programs, such as feeding horses and interacting with animals like kangaroos and capybaras. With a total of 72 attractions, including the Alps Gym and go-karts, it is a facility designed to be enjoyed by everyone from young children to adults.
The facility is operated as an agricultural park with a strong focus on dairy farming. The environment is carefully curated to allow visitors to experience the ecology of animals and seasonal plants. At the farm restaurant, you can enjoy high-quality products made in the on-site processing room, such as homemade bread and cheese-filled sausages, reflecting the local agricultural culture.
The highlights of the park are the changing seasonal flora and the chance to interact with animals. Popular activities include feeding horses and special events where you can meet kangaroos and capybaras. The activity area is packed with diverse attractions like the Alps Gym and go-karts, allowing for a variety of experiences as you explore the grounds. Additionally, the farm restaurant offers delicious meals made with fresh, locally-sourced ingredients from the park's own processing facility.
You can enjoy the changing scenery at Blumen no Oka from March to November. The flowers and natural landscapes shift beautifully with each season. For the best experience, visiting in the early morning is recommended; this is an ideal time to participate in animal interaction events and enjoy the attractions before the crowds arrive. The seasonal buffet at the restaurant also offers menus featuring ingredients that are at their peak during your visit.
A wide range of activities is available throughout the park. Key experiences include horse feeding and various animal interaction events. For those looking to be more active, there are 72 different types of attractions, such as the Alps Gym and go-karts, spread across the expansive grounds. Because the park is so large, every visit can offer a different and fresh experience.
Blumen no Oka is situated in Hino Town, Shiga Prefecture, surrounded by the beautiful natural environment of the Suzuka Mountains. It is approximately a 20-minute drive from the Gamo Smart Interchange, making it an excellent destination for a scenic driving route. The surrounding area is dotted with various spots where you can feel the nature and history of Shiga Prefecture.
Since the park is a large outdoor facility, we highly recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes. As much of the experience involves outdoor activities and animal interactions, please prepare clothing suitable for the weather. While parking is free, please be considerate of others when driving large vehicles or buses. If you are visiting with a dog, you must present a certificate of vaccination (including rabies) for entry.