Ashikaga: Flower Park and Japan's Oldest School
From the flower paradise of Ashikaga Flower Park—praised by CNN—to Ashikaga School, Japan's oldest school, and on to Bannanji Temple (鑁阿寺) with its national treasure main hall. Conclude with a sweeping sunset view from the 229 steps of Orihime Shrine. A full day of Ashikaga packed with flowers and history, perfect for enjoying with three generations.
Schedule
Stroll through seasonal flower fields with your family in the crisp early morning air after opening
Leisurely admire one of the world's largest Imari and Nabeshima porcelain collections
Challenge yourselves as a family with kanji tests and classical Chinese text recitation at 'Japan's oldest school'
Leisurely stroll along the moat to the nationally designated important cultural property main hall of Bannanji Temple, built on the ruins of the Ashikaga clan residence
Climb 229 stone steps for a panoramic view of the vermillion shrine and the city at sunset
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