Horikiri Shobuen Iris Garden

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A historic iris garden since the Edo period, famously depicted in Ukiyo-e prints. In June, 6,000 irises of 200 varieties bloom beautifully in purple and white. A dignified resting place where you can quietly enjoy the early summer scenery loved by people of the Edo era.

Horikiri Shobuen Iris Garden
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【空撮葛飾】堀切菖蒲園｜名所江戸百景・堀切の花菖蒲｜

【空撮葛飾】堀切菖蒲園｜名所江戸百景・堀切の花菖蒲｜

Katsushika City

Horikiri Shobuen Iris Garden

Address
2-19-1 Horikiri, Katsushika City, Tokyo
Website
https://www.city.katsushika.lg.jp/institution/1000096/1006888.html
Operator
Horikiri Shobuen Iris Garden

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