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Daytime / A carpet of flowers thatched by 200,000 azaleas

Far and away the signature sight of Mifuneyama Rakuen is the bowl-shaped azalea valley. Like a veritable carpet of flowers, the area is thick with azaleas of all colors and is a stunning vista.

There are approximately 200,000 azaleas of different types, such as the Kurume and Hirado varietals. To the side of the Hagino Ochaya tea house is a large wisteria estimated to be 170 years old. A true expanse of flowers spreading in every direction will delight your senses.

The budding new leaves are referred to as "spring foliage," in reference to the foliage of autumn. Their pale, translucent quality is beautiful and as lovely as their fall cousins. When illuminated at night, the area is bathed in an enchanting mood.

A flower viewing platform has been installed to the left of Mt. Mifune to great acclaim, allowing you to stroll the grounds surrounded by greenery. It stands about 30 meters above ground and gives you a truly magnificent view of the azaleas. The best time to see the flowers there is from late April to early May.

Over the 178 years since Mifuneyama Rakuen was opened, the valley of Kurume azaleas, blooming off the cliff of the gardens, have played a central role. They are also prominent in the Flower Festival in spring. The bowl-shaped, undulating landscape and rich vistas on display are a pleasure to gaze at.

kaji synergy restaurant

Food and crockery brought up in the land of nature-rich Saga.
Lunch 11:30〜14:00L.O.
Dinner 18:00〜20:30L.O.
*Closed: Monday and 3rd Sunday
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Chaya Bar

Guests staying at Onyado Chikurintei and Mifuneyama Rakuen Hotel are welcome to patronize the Chaya Bar, which comes into being inside Hagino Ochaya Tea House.
22:00-25:00
(Last order: 12:30 a.m.)