What makes it 80% Couple-Friendly: Couples can stroll tree-lined avenues, picnic on lawns, and photograph roses and autumn colors in a calm atmosphere, but there is no on-site café for extended romantic stays.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can explore gardens, greenhouse, and museum at a relaxed pace.
Stroll Primeval Forest Zone:
Walk under old elm, birch, and maple along paved paths.
Tip: Visit in spring for cherry blossoms or autumn for colorful leaves.
Picnic on Main Gate Lawns:
Relax on grass or benches near the main entrance.
Tip: Bring a bento and non-alcoholic drinks; no on-site café available.
Explore the Tropical Greenhouse:
Discover the rainforest and succulent rooms inside the greenhouse.
Tip: Use winter visits to escape cold, as outdoor gardens close.
Photo Shoot in Rose Garden:
Capture over 200 rose varieties in bloom.
Tip: Go in early morning light in June or July for best colors.
Visit Northern Peoples Museum:
See Ainu artifacts and the sled dog “Taro” displayed indoors.
Tip: Check museum hours (usually until 16:30) before you go.

Bianca S
A beautiful and interesting garden. Was there when the roses where in bloom. Don't miss the two museum's on site. Learning about the Ainu people was incredible.
The Country Collectors
Beautiful park. Very relaxing only cost 420 yen and they interesting museums and great walking trails.
Haraheri Taro
You can see many plants that were used in the lives of the indigenous people. If you are tired of the hustle and bustle of the city, come here to relax. It is a very nice and quiet place.👍
Anna
It’s a very calm and quiet place to visit as a break from the city noise. At the entrance you can see the information on what plants are currently blooming, so you don’t waste your time roaming around the whole garden. Especially considering the fact that many explanations about the sections of the garden or plants in them are only in Japanese, so the visit takes longer if you want to understand w...
Wes Lum
We visited when only the greenhouse was open -- the place is small. Two greenhouses. But, the area outside looks like it would be beautiful during spring/summer/fall! I wish we could see it then (why I'm giving it 4 stars). The greenhouse itself is a little underwhelming, but for 120Y per person, I'm not one to complain. Just want to set the expectations properly for the winter season. Entrance is...
Spring: catch cherry blossoms and lilacs. Summer: enjoy rose blooms and full foliage. Autumn: the forest zone glows with orange maples. Winter: only the greenhouse is open—perfect for tropical plants.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Admission (2 adults) | JPY 840 |
| Bento picnic supplies | JPY 1,000 |
| Total Estimated | JPY 1,840 |
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