2024.5.16

Flowers in Early Summer in Ito

A Small Escape to Connect with Nature and its Beautiful Views

Ito is a tourist city where visitors can enjoy the beauty of nature in every season.
In early summer, the diverse varieties and colors of hydrangeas are the major attraction for all tourists.
Enjoy a small trip around the city to discover various hydrangeas and refresh yourself.

1 New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden

The New York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden offers a stunning atmosphere filled with seasonal flowers at the forefront of Jogasaki Coast.
In this Hydrangea Garden, you will find more than 200 varieties of hydrangeas, including 'Jogasaki,' 'Izu No Hana,' wild hydrangeas from Jogasaki Coast, Yama-Ajisai (a variety of Japanese origin), vividly colored ones created for horticulture, and more.
Please experience the Japanese tradition to enjoy the beauty of Hydrangeas during the rainy season!

Hydrangea Collection

A Wild Variety “Jogasaki”
This square hydrangea, a wild variety, grows on the Jogasaki Coast and is used as a breeding parent for new varieties.
Anabelle Plaza
You can enjoy approximately one hundred Annabelle and Pink Annabelle hydrangeas, which feature large clusters of flowers.
Hydrangea Road & Umbrella Sky
You can enjoy the Umbrella Sky until June 30th (sun).
infoNew York Lamp Museum & Flower Garden
  • place841-1 Futo, Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture ≫Map
  • phone0557-51-1128
  • schedule9:30AM-5:00PM
      ※Business hours may change depending on the season
      ※The last admission is at 4:30PM
  • date_rangeOpen everyday
  • local_parkingParking lots
  • directions_car_filledAprox. 30 minutes away driving from Ito Kowakien
      Public Bus bound for “Izu Ocean Park”, at Ito Station (approx. 42 minutes)
      (Very near to the final stop “Izu Ocean Park”)
  • linkNEW YORK LAMP MUSEUM & FLOWER GARDEN site

2Komuroyama Park

Magnificent Panorama and Views of Great Nature

This is a nature park that surrounds Komuroyama, a mountain with an altitude of 321meters, at its center.
In spring, you can enjoy 100,000 azaleas, and throughout the year, you can continue to enjoy hydrangeas, camellias, and cherry blossoms as the seasons change.
Within the park, there are sports facilities such as the Citizen General Sports Ground, a baseball field, and tennis courts, among others.

The Arrival of Summer : Painted by Hydrangeas

Hydrangeas in Komuroyama Park
Listening to the sound of rain among hydrangeas is a Japanese wisdom for enjoying the rainy season.
Please check the blooming status and event information before your visit.
infoKomuroyama Park
  • place1260-1 Kawana, Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture  ≫Map
  • currency_yenEntrance Free
      【Lift】
      Round trip : Adult : ¥800, Elementary School Child : ¥100
      One way : Adult : ¥500, Elementary School Child : ¥100
  • scheduleLift Operation Hours : 9:30AM-4:00PM
  • date_rangeOpen Everyday
  • local_parkingParking Lots
  • directions_car_filledPublic Bus bound for “Komuroyama Lift”, at Ito Station (approx. 23 minutes)
      Aprox. 30 minutes away driving from Ito Kowakien
  • linkKomuroyama Park | Izu/Ito Tourism Guide - Ito tourism and travel information site

3Hydrangeas at Jogasaki Coast

Japan-origin wild hydrangeas can be found at Jogasaki Coast, including "Jogasaki" and "Izu No Hana (Flower of Izu)”.

The Jogasaki Coast is a magnificent lava-rock coastlines formed by the sea erosion after the lava flowed into the sea upon the eruption of Mt. Omuro.
There are 3 km hiking trails starting from Kadowaki Lighthouse.
The highlight of these trails is the 48m-long suspension bridge on a sheer cliff with a thrilling height of 23m.
In addition to the magnificent ocean panorama, you can enjoy hydrangeas in June, orange daylilies and thunberg lilies in July, gold and silver chrysanthemum, and Japanese sIlverleaves during the autumn.

A Variety Suitable for Particular Climate and Soil Conditions of Izu Peninsula

Blue Hydrangea
Its blooms are adorned with decorative petals that encircle the flower, giving it a unique and beautiful appearance.
This distinctive yet lovely flower structure can add an accent to flower arrangements.
infoHydrangeas at Jogasaki Coast

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