Manabe Garden

Flow of the course

About this spot

This is Japan's first conifer garden, opened to the public by Manabe Garden, a tree producer and distributor. Across approximately 25,000 tsubo of grounds are planted with conifers and flowering trees from around the world. Three areas with different characteristics—Japanese garden, Western-style garden, and landscape garden—are connected by winding paths. The garden is shady with many benches and rest spots scattered throughout, perfect for a relaxed pace suited to grandparents. With luck, you might spot Ezo squirrels or wild birds, delighting the grandchildren. Many photogenic spots, like the red-roofed "European House," await, making this verdant healing garden perfect for digestion after sweets.

Tips

About 10 minutes by car from central Obihiro; free parking available. Multiple walking courses exist; shorter routes take about 30 minutes, so choose according to fitness level. The garden closes in winter—check the official website for operating seasons. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Best time to visit

About 1 hour 15 minutes. Afternoon light brings out the green beautifully and photographs well.

Access & map

〒080-0832 Hokkaido, Obihiro, Inada-chō Higashi 2-sen 6-6