Kanra-tsu Tsujigaoka Park

Tsuji-ga-oka Prefectural Park is a comprehensive park known for its azaleas. In this park, there is a grove of ancient azalea trees. The grove boasts various types of azaleas, including the "Kotsunai-jijii's beloved azalea," estimated to be 800 years old. The park has a long history, with azaleas blooming for over 500 years, and a reopening ceremony was held in Meiji 13 (1880). It has been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Historical Parks, and one of its attractions is the grove of ancient trees that allows visitors to feel the park's history.

At the Prefectural Tsutsujigaoka Park, there are "Mukai Chiaki's Azaleas" that were grown from seeds brought in by astronaut Mukai Chiaki. These azaleas are a beautiful pale pink and are particularly popular within the park. They were planted alongside a group of ancient azalea trees, including the estimated 800-year-old "Kotsunai Jijii's Beloved Azalea," and are loved by many tourists. Mukai Chiaki flew into space on the Space Shuttle Discovery in 1994 and again on the Space Shuttle Endeavour in 2002. The seeds of the azaleas she brought with her were grown in space and were planted in Tsutsujigaoka Park after being brought back to Earth. Why not visit Tsutsujigaoka Park to see "Mukai Chiaki's Azaleas"?

The Tatsujin Festival, the biggest festival in Tatebayashi City, is held every year from early April to early May at the Prefectural Tatsujin-ga-oka Park. During this period, about 100 species and 10,000 bushes of azaleas blooming in the park attract visitors. The old azalea trees, including the "Azalea of Lady Kogyou's Love" with an estimated age of 800 years, are also impressive. During the Tatsujin Festival, shops at the ticket booth entrance are open, allowing you to purchase souvenirs and food while enjoying the azaleas. In addition, events and stage plans are also held during the festival, providing a fun time for visitors. The festival period may change depending on the flowering conditions, so you can check the latest information on the "Tatebayashi Tatsujin-ga-oka Park Guide" website. The Tatsujin Festival attracts about 100,000 visitors annually. Why not visit this beautiful azalea garden?

Every year from mid-April to early May, the Tsutsuji Matsuri (Azalea Festival) is held at the Prefectural Tsutsujigaoka Park. During this time, the shop at the entrance of the ticket booth is also open, and by purchasing tickets for boats or cruises in addition to the entrance fee, you can enjoy ferry rides and cruises on the Tsutsuji Pond in the park. Riding on a boat or cruise allows you to spend a relaxing time. Boats can hold up to four people, and ferries can hold up to 16 people. Why not take a stroll in the park and feel the beauty and history of the azaleas from the boat?

Every December, Tsutsujigaoka Prefectural Park holds a light-up and illumination event. The LED lights create a fantastic atmosphere, enveloping the park in a dreamlike ambiance. The light-up and illumination event takes place every day during the event period from 17:00 to 21:00. This special event is recommended for travelers seeking a unique experience, as they can enjoy the beautiful light-up and illumination in a fantastic atmosphere on winter nights in the park.