Hitsujiyama Park in Chichibu is home to one of Japan’s most spectacular shibazakura (moss phlox) displays, where roughly 400,000 plants bloom across nine varieties into a vivid patchwork of pink, white and purple each April and May. The flower fields are arranged in undulating patterns across a hillside with Mount Buko rising in the background, and the annual Shibazakura Festival held during peak bloom draws large crowds with food stalls and local produce alongside the floral spectacle.
🗓️ At a Glance
| Location | Chichibu, Saitama |
| Hours | ~8:00–17:00 during festival season |
| Admission | Around ¥300 during bloom season |
| Time needed | 1–1.5 hours |
| Best time | Mid-April–early May (peak bloom) |
What to See
- Roughly 400,000 shibazakura plants in nine colour varieties.
- Undulating flower fields with Mount Buko in the background.
- The annual Shibazakura Festival with food stalls.
- Photogenic patchwork patterns across the hillside.
Combine Your Visit
- Combine with Chichibu Shrine sightseeing.
- Pair with Nagatoro Gorge boat rides.
- Read our Saitama overview .
Getting There
- By train: Seibu Ikebukuro Line to Seibu-Chichibu Station, then a 20-min walk or shuttle bus.
- By car: roughly 1.5–2 hours from central Tokyo.
Tips
Peak bloom is brief, typically mid-April to early May — check bloom status reports before travelling. Weekends during peak bloom draw very large crowds; a weekday visit is noticeably calmer.
