Tama Forest Science Garden

What it is

• A research institution in Hachioji City, Tokyo.
• Part of the Forestry and Forest Products Research Institute.
• Established in 1921 as a forestry experiment station.
• A portion of the facility is open to the public.

What to see

• The Sakura Conservation Forest preserves cherry tree genes.
• Approximately 1,700 cherry trees are planted.
• The arboretum contains about 620 types of trees.

When to go

• Cherry blossoms bloom from February to May.

Getting there

• Near Takaosan Station.
• 10-minute walk from Takaosan Station North Exit.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.