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Asahikawa Kitasaito Garden Center

Flow of the course

Previous stop: Hear the story of the water of Asahikawa in a Taisho-era wooden sake brewery

About 20 min from the previous stop

About 50 min here

About 20 min to the next stop

Next stop: Lunch and afternoon supplies indoors, connected directly to the station

About this spot

A large garden laid out on the banks of the Chubetsu River (忠別川), on the south side of Asahikawa Station (旭川駅). The planting centers on perennials suited to the Hokkaido climate, designed so that different flowers bloom one after another through the seasons. It is made up of lawn areas and gentle paths, so children can run while adults look at the flowers, each enjoying it in their own way. Because the breeze blows through from the river, the temperature you feel drops noticeably even in the middle of the city, and that is the charm of this place. It sits right beside the station, so even a short walk before or after lunch is enough to change the mood.

Tips

Admission is free. There is little shade, so be sure to bring a hat and drinks. If you plan to rest on the lawn, a picnic sheet makes it more comfortable. Some spots along the river have soft footing, so keep an eye on small children.