Hitsujiyama Park
Hitsujiyama Park is located on the eastern side of Chichibu City and in spring, the "Shibazakura Hill" is covered with a beautiful carpet of flowers, attracting many tourists. Approximately 400,000 plants of 10 different types of shibazakura (moss phlox) are planted over an area of about 17,600 square meters, reaching their peak bloom from mid-April to early May. From the "Viewing Hill" within the park, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Chichibu City, where about 1,000 cherry blossom trees, including Yaezakura and Someiyoshino, are in full bloom. The park also features the "Yamato Art Museum," which exhibits works by painter Ushio Shigaku, the "Bukōsan Museum," and a "Petting Farm" where visitors can interact with sheep, making it popular among families. The fireworks of the Chichibu Night Festival can also be enjoyed from the "Viewing Hill," making this park a captivating destination with seasonal natural beauty and a variety of attractions.
Basic Information
- Spot Name
- Hitsujiyama Park
- Location
- 〒368-0023 6360 Omiya, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, Japan
- Access
- Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Chichibu Railway Ohanabatake Station (Shibazakura Station)
Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Seibu Railway Seibu-Chichibu Station
Approximately 20 minutes on foot from Seibu Railway Yokose Station - Parking
- Parking available.
- Business Hours
- Free admission (Shibazakura Hill from mid-April to early May is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
- Fees
- During the peak season for shiba-zakura, admission is charged.
Entrance fee: General 300 yen
Early April to mid-April: Cherry blossoms
Mid-April to early May: Shiba-zakura - Contact Information
- Phone Number：0494-25-5209
- Official Website
