Ancient Lotus Pond

sightseeing

Around 200 flowers bloom here during the peak season. Based on analytic results, this flower is an ancient form of the lotus flower. However, its age cannot be specified but is assumed to be a lotus from about 1,200 years ago. The best time to see them is around early July to late July, with the flowers blooming from around 5 in the morning. Since these flowers bloom in the middle of a residential area, please keep quiet when viewing them.

Basic Information

Location
9-4, Shin-Shiraoka, Shiraoka City
TEL
0480-92-8151 (Shiraoka City Tourism Association)
FAX
0480-92-8151(Shiraoka City Tourism Association)

Business hours / Fee

Business hours
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Late June to early August
Regular holiday
None
Fee
Free

How to get there

Public transport
Get off at the west exit of “Shin-Shiraoka Station” on the JR Tohoku Line and walk for about 10 minutes.
Car
About 15 minutes from Kuki Interchange of Tohoku Expressway
Parking
Free 4 spaces

Other

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