Hitsuji-yama Park (羊山公園)
Flow of the course
About 30 min from the previous stop
About 90 min here
About 20 min to the next stop
Next stop: Complete Your Journey With a Relaxing Soak at the Station-Front Onsen and Souvenir ShoppingAbout this spot
A hilltop park spread at the base of Mt. Bukoh. The "Animal Interaction Pasture" (which inspired the park's name) with its resident sheep is a huge hit with children, and from the observation hill you can take in a panoramic view of Chichibu city. In spring, approximately 400,000 moss phlox flowers blanket the "Moss Phlox Hill" in a breathtaking display, typically blooming from mid-April to early May.
Tips
During the moss phlox season, there is an entrance fee and crowds; other times of the year access is free and relaxed. The park has many slopes, so a baby carrier is more practical than a stroller. Restrooms are available throughout the park.
Best time to visit
Allow approximately 1.5 hours. During moss phlox season, arrive early to avoid crowds.
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6360 Omiya, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture 368-0023
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Chichibu: A Full Day at Chichibu Shrine and Hitsuji-yama Park
Saitama
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