Beautiful Roses & Flowers, great food, nice way to spend weekend afternoons.
- Best visited during spring rose season (mid May – June) or autumn roses (October – November) — timing is everything.
- Entry prices vary by season — ¥800 in winter and ¥1,800 at peak spring bloom, reflecting what’s actually flowering on the day.
- The Rose Farm Café and Rose Farm Market are free to enter without a park ticket.
- The Hanayasatoyama glamping area is worth shortlisting if you are planning a camping or glamping holiday in Japan.
- About 20 minutes from Ishioka Ostrich Farm — a natural full day pairing for anyone already in the area.
Disclaimer: I am not sponsored for this post. I decided to visit Ibaraki Flower Park because it looked interesting.
Recently I visited Ibaraki Flower Park and it was a little bit like Back to the Future because I visited it in Winter (Jan) when all the flowers were still dead and later on in Spring (Apr) where all the flowers were starting to bloom and the park looked a lot more beautiful.
Ibaraki Flower Park is a flower park in Ishioka Ibaraki and it has lots of different flowers throughout the year such as cherry blossoms, peonies, marigolds and roses. Their concept is “From seeing to feeling”, and they encourage visitors to engage in all five senses instead of just looking at the flowers.
Anyway, I will let you know what my experience was like visiting Ibaraki Flower Park and why you should consider visiting it on your next trip to Japan.
- How to Get to Ibaraki Flower Park
- Ibaraki Flower Park Opening Hours
- Ibaraki Flower Park Ticket Prices
- When is the Best Time to visit Ibaraki Flower Park?
- Spring Roses at Ibaraki Flower Park
- Wisterias at Ibaraki Flower Park
- Hanayasatoyama Area
- Rose Farm Market
- Rose Farm Cafe
- Rose Farm House (Restaurant)
- Ibaraki Flower Park in Winter
- Some Tips
- Should you Avoid, Shortlist or Visit Ibaraki Flower Park?
- Nearby Attractions
- Where to Stay Nearby
- FAQ – Ibaraki Flower Park
Photos on this page are mine, shot on an iPhone 11 pro. Nicer photos are shot by Tessa Leong on a Sony A7 IV.
How to Get to Ibaraki Flower Park
If you are taking public transport, you would need to take the Joban Line from Tokyo to Ishioka Station (about 1hr 20 mins). From there, you need to take the Kantetsu Green Bus and get off at the park itself.
Weekend Yasato Sightseeing Bus
If you are visiting on the weekend, you can take the Yasato Sightseeing Bus from Kosoku Ishioka Higashi (2 min walk from Ishioka Station). It will take 19 mins and will take you directly to the flower park.
You only need to purchase one all-day ticket and you can hop on and off as much as you want.
The bus however only runs on weekends and national holidays.
By Driving
The fastest way to get to Ibaraki Flower Park from Tokyo is by car. It is only about an hour travel time, half the time of taking public transport. So it is recommended to visit on a driving holiday and check out other attractions in the area too.
If you are looking for other places to visit near Ibaraki Flower Park, check out our guide on things to do in Tsukuba.
Ibaraki Flower Park Parking
There is plenty of parking at the park but it does fill up quite quickly on the weekends and peak periods. You might have to park at the shops next door with a short walk. But sometimes the ones just next door might fill up quickly too.
Ibaraki Flower Park Opening Hours
🕘 Ibaraki Flower Park — Opening Hours & Closures
| Period | Hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| March – September | 9:00am – 5:00pm | — |
| October – Mid January | 9:00am – 4:30pm | — |
| Mid January – February | 9:00am – 4:00pm | Open from noon on weekdays (Dec – mid Jan) |
⚠️ Hours may change during special events and peak flower seasons. Always check the official Ibaraki Flower Park website before visiting.
The last entry is 30 mins before closing time. Ibaraki Flower Park is also closed on Tuesdays and New Year holidays.
Ibaraki Flower Park Ticket Prices
🎟️ Ibaraki Flower Park — Ticket Prices
Prices vary depending on flowering status. Group discount of 20% available for groups of 20 or more.
| Month | Adult | Child (Age 6–14) | Infant / Pre-school | Pet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April – June | ¥1,200 – ¥1,800 | ¥400 – ¥600 | Free | ¥200 |
| July – September | ¥800 | ¥300 | Free | ¥200 |
| October – Mid January | ¥1,200 – ¥1,500 | ¥400 – ¥500 | Free | ¥200 |
| Mid January – March | ¥800 | ¥300 | Free | ¥200 |
💡 I paid ¥1,200 during my winter visit (January 2026) and ¥1,800 during spring (April 2026) when the roses were starting to bloom — prices genuinely reflect what’s flowering on the day.
⚠️ Prices subject to change — always check the official Ibaraki Flower Park website before visiting.
The prices do vary depending on the month and flower status. I paid only ¥1200 when I visited in Winter and I paid ¥1800 when I visited in Spring when the roses were starting to bloom.
🌹 Ibaraki Flower Park — Annual Pass
Unlimited visits throughout the year — great value if visiting during multiple flower seasons.
| Category | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | ¥4,500 |
| Child (Age 6–14) | ¥1,500 |
| Pet | ¥500 |
- Companion discount — 20% off admission for up to 4 accompanying guests per visit
- Activity discount — discounts on in-park activities and workshops
- Market discount — Rose Farm Market
- Café discount — Rose Farm Café
- Restaurant discount — Rose Farm House Restaurant
⚠️ Prices and benefits subject to change — always check the official Ibaraki Flower Park website for the latest information before purchasing.
You can purchase the annual pass that would allow you to visit the park multiple times during various times of the year to see the different flowers.
When is the Best Time to visit Ibaraki Flower Park?
🌸 Ibaraki Flower Park — Season Calendar
※ Flowering times are approximate — check the official website and Instagram for real-time bloom updates
- Double Cherry Blossoms
- Fringed Iris
- Spring Rose (beginning)
- Wisteria
- Azalea & Rhododendron
- Tree Peony
- Kerria
- Spring Rose (peak) ⭐
- Lavender
- Wisteria (early May)
- Spring Rose (last chance)
- Sunflower (river of flowers)
- Chinese Violet Cress
- Hydrangea
- Cape Myrtle
- Hydrangea
- Smoke Tree
- Panicled Hydrangea
- Sunflower ⭐
- Red Spider Lily
- False Anemone
- Golden-rayed Lily
- Dahlia
- Marigold
- Dahurian Patrinia & Bush Clover
- Pampas Grass
- Marigold (river of flowers)
- Autumn Rose (beginning)
- Autumnalis
- Autumn Rose (peak) ⭐
- Dahlia
- Fragrant Olive
- Autumn Leaves
- Camellia
- Rose (continuing)
- Sasanqua Camellia
- Moonlight Rose Garden begins ⭐
- Moonlight Rose Garden ⭐
- Autumn Leaves
- Camellia
- Tulip (Greenhouse)
- Dahlia (Greenhouse)
- Viola (Greenhouse)
- Marguerite (Greenhouse)
- Moonlight Rose Garden (until mid Jan)
- Hellebore (Christmas Rose)
- Winter Sweet
- Adonis Ramosa
- Yulan Magnolia
- Snow Drop
- Kawazu Cherry Blossom
- Yoshino Cherry
- Plum
- Sasanqua Camellia
- Greenhouse (waiting for spring)
The park has flowers all year round except late Winter (around Feb). Roses are the main attraction of Ibaraki Flower Park and they have two main periods:
Spring Roses are available from late April to June and the Autumn Roses are available from October to end November. Check their Instagram and website for more current updates on what flowers are blooming.
Spring Roses at Ibaraki Flower Park
Spring Roses are the one of the main attractions of Ibaraki Flower Park and I got to see them just before the bloom period in April.
Atelier Rose Farm (アトリエ ローズファーム)
There is also a greenhouse garden that has roses in it. They have all a few varieties of roses and other plants. It’s mainly used for workshop activities like flower arranging and crafts. But you can walk through it and take pictures of the roses inside.
The roses in this greenhouse look beautiful too but they look a bit more “factory-made” instead of the ones outside in the “wild natural” environment.
Wisterias at Ibaraki Flower Park
Besides roses, Ibaraki Flower Park also has lovely wisteria areas that blooms beautifully during this period. It gives a nice dreamy vibe when you are walking through the wisteria trellis.
Other Flowers in the Park
There are also other flowers scattered throughout the park. Here is a compilation of what you can see during this period:
Hanayasatoyama Area
There is another section of the park called the Hanayasatoyama Area (花やさと山エリア). It is on a hill in the park and there are a lot of other fun family activities that you can do like the Sports Sled Ride, Sky Circle Ride and craft activities.
At the top of the hill there is a camping and glamping facility where you can stay. It comes with rooms (with bedding & air conditioning), BBQ kitchen area and toilet showering facilities. There is also a small shop where you can buy drinks and snacks for camping.
⛺ Camp & Resort Hanayasatoyama — Pricing
| Type | Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Lodge (4-person) | ¥13,800 – ¥25,000+ | Most popular · Includes 2 days park entry |
| Glamping Tents (4-person) | ¥14,000 – ¥26,000+ | Cotton tent or Air-frame tent |
| Solo / Basic Camping | From ¥2,900 | Wild camping field · Per person |
| Accommodation Type | Check-in | Check-out |
|---|---|---|
| Glamping (Main) | 14:00 – 17:00 | 09:00 – 10:00 |
| Wild Camping Field | 13:00 – 15:00 | 09:00 – 12:00 |
It’s a really nice camping facility, one of the nicer ones I have seen, and I kept thinking it would have been an incredible place for a school camping trip.
We didn’t go on these rides but we hiked up to the top of the hill. There you can see great views overlooking the park and surrounding area. It’s a nice place to get photos and spend time with your family or loved ones.
Rose Farm Market
Next to the entrance of Ibaraki Flower Park is the Rose Farm Market. There you can buy original rose products, souvenirs, local specialties and even potted plants and flowers that you may see in the flower park.
The concept of the market is “Take home your memories” where you bring home items to help you remember your visit to the park. It is a free area and no admission ticket is required to enter.
It has a very nice stylish interior and you can find really nice high quality locally made items that you probably can’t elsewhere. Like rose scented candles and some rose type of snacks.
Rose Farm Cafe
Just beside the Rose Farm Market is the Rose Farm Cafe. It is a standard cafe that sells coffee, smoothies, light snacks and soft serve. Their aim is to showcase the seasonal fruits and vegetables from the surrounding farms in the region.
They are open from 9am to 5pm (last order at 4.30pm) and it’s a nice way to relax before or after visiting the flower park. We had a nice coffee and meat toast as a snack before heading in to explore the flower park.
The cafe was also surprising not crowded at all despite there being a lot of visitors to the park that day.
Rose Farm House (Restaurant)
If you are looking for more heavy food, there is a restaurant inside the park itself. It is a glass house style restaurant that is surrounded by plants and flowers. Their cuisine is a French-Japanese fusion with emphasis on using vegetables and local produce.
The restaurant is open from 11am to 3pm. You can eat inside, on the terrace or take out and have a picnic in the park.
Ibaraki Flower Park in Winter
I also visited Ibaraki Flower Park on 31st Jan 26 during late Winter, right when there were no flowers or events (flower or Christmas events). Here are some photos from my visit so you can see what it was like:
It was a nice winter stroll in the park even though the flowers were not ready yet. There were very few visitors there as you can imagine. The only thing going on was some kind of school event, it seemed like an amazing race kind of school event.
If you are into camping or glamping, I would say that this is actually a really nice period to do so at Hanayasatoyama. As the Winter weather is really nice and cool and there aren’t many visitors or flies (and other insects) around.
Some Tips
- Parking fills up quite quickly on the weekends and peak periods. Might have to park at the shops next door.
- All payment methods are accepted in Ibaraki Flower Park. But still bring cash just in case.
- Follow their Instagram and website for more current updates on what flowers are blooming.
Should you Avoid, Shortlist or Visit Ibaraki Flower Park?
Yes I do recommend visiting Ibaraki Flower Park if you are visiting the area. It is a beautiful park with lots of beautiful flowers and lots of extra activities you can do as well. Spending time at the cafe or restaurant and walking through the park is a lovely way to spend your weekend.
However timing is really important to get the best experience at Ibaraki Flower Park. And with flowers it can be sometimes difficult to plan trips as the flowers can bloom anytime during the estimated period. So I will say shortlist Ibaraki Flower Park first and plan your visit around the rose seasons for the best experience.
If you are thinking of a camping or glamping holiday in Japan, I would say that the Hanayasatoyama area in the park is one worth shortlisting look at too.
Nearby Attractions
Hitachi Seaside Park
If you are looking for another flower park in Ibaraki, Hitachi Seaside Park is a must go especially during the nemophila season from April to May. The nemophila flower hill is extremely beautiful and magical and is probably one of the most iconic scenery in Japan.
For everything you need to know before visiting, read our complete Hitachi Seaside Park visitor guide including ticket prices, parking tips, best photo spots and a first-hand account of the nemophila season.
Things to do in Tsukuba
Tsukuba may be the science city but that’s not all there is to it. There are other beautiful parks and museums that are worth pairing with your visit to Ibaraki Flower Park. I personally feel that Mount Tsukuba is one place not to be missed and is worth pairing with the park since they are near to each other.
Mountains, Museums and Flower Parks. For more things to do in Tsukuba, check out our guide on things to do in Tsukuba.
Ishioka Ostrich Farm
If you are looking for something interesting nearby, check out Ishioka Ostrich Farm. It is home to the biggest collection of Ostriches in Japan (around 1300) and you can see them really up close, feed them and even eat them in the farm restaurant.
The farm is only about 20 minutes drive from Ibaraki Flower Park and is another great place for family if you’re looking for something really quirky and unique.
For an afternoon of fun animals, ostriches and maybe ostrich meat, check out our guide on Ishioka Ostrich Farm.
Where to Stay Nearby
If you would like to stay in Tsukuba, you can consider staying at hotels such as the Daiwa Roynet Hotel Tsukuba. It is right next to Tsukuba Station and it’s a short walk to most attractions in Tsukuba City. Ibaraki Flower Park is also only a 28 minute drive from Tsukuba City.
If you happen to be on a driving holiday, you can consider staying at the R9 The Yard Hotels. There is one in Tsukuba and they are really functional, no-frills container like hotel rooms that are really affordable.
They are usually further out from the city center, but R9 The Yard Hotel Tsukuba is only about 15 minute drive from Tsukuba. Ibaraki Flower Park is about a 36 minute drive from the hotel.
Read about our experience staying at R9 The Yard Hotel Tsukuba. Including room details, pricing and tips for a 7 night stay.
FAQ – Ibaraki Flower Park
1) When is the best time to visit Ibaraki Flower Park?
Spring roses: mid-May to early June (9,000+ bushes at peak).
Autumn roses: October–November.
Winter illumination: mid-Oct to late Jan.
Avoid late Jan–Feb (dormant period).
2) Is Ibaraki Flower Park worth visiting in April?
Yes, but not peak rose season.
Wisteria tunnel, tulips, and early spring flowers are beautiful.
Roses just beginning to bloom.
3) How do I get to Ibaraki Flower Park from Tokyo?
By car: ~1 hour.
Train + Bus: Joban Line to Ishioka Station (1hr 20min), then Kantetsu Green Bus.
Weekends: Yasato Sightseeing Bus (19 min direct).
4) How long does Ibaraki Flower Park take?
2–3 hours for main areas.
Half day recommended for relaxed visit including café and hilltop.
5) Is there parking at Ibaraki Flower Park?
Yes — large free parking.
Fills up fast on weekends and peak rose season. Arrive early.
6) What flowers are at Ibaraki Flower Park in April?
Wisteria tunnel (late April highlight).
Tulips, ranunculus, and early roses.
Year-round roses in Atelier Rose Farm greenhouse.
7) What flowers are at Ibaraki Flower Park in May?
Peak spring roses (mid-May) — over 9,000 bushes.
Highest admission prices during this period.
Wisteria until early May.
8) Is Ibaraki Flower Park suitable for children?
Yes.
Hanayasatoyama Area has Sports Sled Ride, Sky Circle, crafts, and glamping.
Stroller-friendly paths.
9) Can I camp or glamp at Ibaraki Flower Park?
Yes at Hanayasatoyama Area.
Glamping: from ¥13,800/person.
Camping: from ¥2,900/person.
Includes park admission.
10) Is the Rose Farm Café worth visiting?
Yes — free entry (no park ticket needed).
Coffee, smoothies, soft serve, light snacks.
Open 9am–5pm.
11) Is there a restaurant inside Ibaraki Flower Park?
Yes — Rose Farm House (glasshouse style).
French-Japanese fusion using local produce.
Open 11am–3pm.
12) What is the winter illumination at Ibaraki Flower Park?
Moonlight Rose Garden (mid-Oct to late Jan).
Roses and garden lit up at night for a romantic atmosphere.
Written by
Timothy Leong
Timothy is a Singapore-born, Japan-based digital marketer turned hidden-gem hunter. After ditching spreadsheets for Google Maps, he now lives full-time in Japan, chasing quiet towns, real ramen, and off-grid train routes. Every photo and tip on Nihon Travel Guide is 100% his — no AI, no fluff, no Tokyo Tower.
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