Howa-en Garden

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A historic Japanese garden originally named by a legendary Tokugawa lord. It is best known for its spectacular "Hydrangea Festival" in early summer, when 6,000 bushes of 100 different varieties bloom across the rolling terrain. The contrast between the lush greenery and the colorful flowers creates a serene atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a quiet walk through traditional landscape beauty.

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【絶景茨城】保和苑の紫陽花（あじさい）［4K］茨城県水戸市 ｜VISIT IBARAKI,JAPAN

【絶景茨城】保和苑の紫陽花（あじさい）［4K］茨城県水戸市 ｜VISIT IBARAKI,JAPAN

Ibaraki Prefecture

Howa-en Garden

Address
13-19 Matsumoto-cho, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture
Website
https://mitokoumon.com/facility/historic/howaen/
Operator
Howaen Garden

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