Sibazakura Park

What it is

• A park in Ichikai Town, Tochigi Prefecture.
• Opened in 2006.
• Built on soil from digging Funa no Suisho Lake.
• Features extensive moss phlox plantings.

What to see

• 2.4 hectares of moss phlox.
• One of Honshu's largest volunteer-planted moss phlox areas.

When to go

• Shibazakura Festival is held annually.
• Festival runs from April to May.

Getting there

• 7.2 km from Karasuyama Station.
• About a 15-minute taxi ride from Karasuyama Station.
• 1 hour 15 minute walk from Kobana Station.
• Access by car from Route 294 Mukoda intersection.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.