National Showa Memorial Park (Tokyo)

⛲️ National Showa Memorial Park (Tachikawa City and Akishima City, Tokyo)
A vast national park boasting an area of about 180 hectares, equivalent to approximately 39 Tokyo Domes

🌸 Seasonal Flowers and Natural Beauty
Spring (March to May): About 1,500 cherry trees, tulips, nemophila, and Shirley poppies bloom in full glory, especially during the "Flower Festival" period, which is packed with highlights

Summer (June to August): Water lilies and sunflowers reach their peak, allowing visitors to enjoy a refreshing stroll in the lush greenery of the park

Autumn (September to November): The cosmos fields, ginkgo tree-lined paths, and Japanese garden autumn leaves are beautiful, making it a popular season for photography enthusiasts

Winter (December to February): Sasanqua camellias and plum blossoms bloom, offering a serene atmosphere to enjoy winter nature

📍 Access
About a 2-minute walk from JR Ome Line "Nishi-Tachikawa Station"
🕰️ Opening Hours
9:30 AM to 5:00 PM (until 4:30 PM from November to February; until 6:00 PM on weekends and holidays from April to September)
・Closed: 4th Monday and Tuesday of February, December 31, January 1
• Admission Fee: 450 yen for ages 15 and up, 210 yen for ages 65 and up

Visited in late April
Nemophila was in full bloom✨
Tulips were nearing the end of their season, but since it was a weekend, the park was bustling with many people. The park is large, so cycling around is also recommended!