🐑Shiga Prefecture | A Wholesome Day at Shaun the Sheep Farm Garden🌸

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I spent a relaxing day at the Shaun the Sheep Farm Garden and Rose Garden in Maibara at the end of the month — perfect for a solo getaway or a fun family outing!

🌹First stop: The Rose Garden
As you enter the park, you’re greeted by rows of blooming roses — this is peak flower season, so take your time and enjoy the view.

🐑Next stop: Shaun the Sheep Theme Farm
Follow the signs down the main path and you’ll soon arrive at the theme farm. It’s such a cute and heartwarming place, especially if you’re a fan of the show. Here’s what you’ll find:

A BBQ area
A baking experience zone (make your own Shaun-shaped bread — highly recommend going here first! Bake it, explore the farm, then come back to pick it up)
A gift shop
A small petting zoo with sheep and goats
Scattered replica houses from the Shaun the Sheep animation — my personal favorite part!
🎂 Food note: The Hillside Café serves cute sheep-themed ice cream and cakes — both adorable and tasty.

👶 Petting zoo: Though small, it’s great for little kids to feed the sheep. Just be prepared — the smell can be a bit strong!

🕒Opening hours

Regular season (March–November): 10:00–17:00 (Last entry 16:30)
Summer holidays, weekends & holidays: 10:00–18:00 (Last entry 17:30)
🎟️Ticket prices

Adults (Junior high and up): ¥1,900
Children (4 years and up): ¥1,000
Children under 3: Free
Prices increase by ¥300 during peak seasons:
Golden Week (Apr 26–May 6), Rose Season (May 17–June 9), Obon (Aug 9–17)
📍If you’re around Shiga or Kansai and looking for a relaxing, charming place that’s not too crowded — especially one with a bit of British countryside flair — this place is worth a stop! 😊

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