Sakura Furusato Square
Sakura Furusato Square
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bob2bkk
Bangkok, Thailand5,889 contributions
Apr 2017 • Friends
Furusato Square is located in Sakura, which is also called Ciba Sakura by JR trains. This was the sight of the Tulip Festa, which runs every April or so. I am not sure if this big open field holds any other flower shows during other parts of the year. It is not accessible by major rail lines or bus lines, but I will tell you the best way to go. I just did it, and it worked out ok. Take the north exit from Ciba Sakura station. This is a JR line and you most likely will have a JR Pass. You will be at a bus stop. Take the number 1 bus to the Keisei-Sakura train station. Enter the station, go up and over to the opposite side of the station, and special busses will take you to the Furusato Square. The number 1 bus cost 190 yen. One driver said ok to use JR, the other said pay. The special bus to the Tulip Fest was 100 yen. Unfortunately there is no direct route, as you really are out in farm country. It is worth doing. See review for Tulip Fest.
Written April 30, 2017
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willrunforcannoli
Melbourne, Florida41 contributions
Sep 2012 • Family
This 'groundsailer' windmill gift from Holland is locally popular with flower festivals throughout the year. There is a bike path & boats in the nearby river so these opportunities exist although we didn't see them being used while we were there. Most everyone was just walking from the cozy store (picnic tables outside) to the windmill and back.
To go upstairs in the windmill one has to change into slippers. My teen boys find this slipper thing more interesting than the actual sites usually... Good thing it's free.
This place is easier to access by car but I understand that during festivals there are buses running from the train stations to here (for about 100-en you get on the 'furusato hiroba' bus). There might be buses all year but I'm not sure. Also, downstairs from the JR Sakura north exit there are bike rentals for the day (500-en) which could be another way to get there.
To go upstairs in the windmill one has to change into slippers. My teen boys find this slipper thing more interesting than the actual sites usually... Good thing it's free.
This place is easier to access by car but I understand that during festivals there are buses running from the train stations to here (for about 100-en you get on the 'furusato hiroba' bus). There might be buses all year but I'm not sure. Also, downstairs from the JR Sakura north exit there are bike rentals for the day (500-en) which could be another way to get there.
Written February 18, 2013
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biknrun
Pecatonica, IL227 contributions
Apr 2018 • Friends
While traveling and site seeing with my Japanese friend, he managed to find this place as last year he couldn't. At first, I thought ok what can a flower festival be like in Japan.
Well outside of Holland, I was taken in by the countless rows of colorful tulips. At least hundreds of thousands and row after row of multi and solid colored tulips. You can pay about $5.00 and pick your choice, which I did to bring to his wife for the dinner table that night. Also a person can walk among them, in between rows and get all the close up pictures you want.
A school choir was performing and the vendors have some unusual foods and treats In early April, if you have the time and are in the area it is well worth the stop. Although the park is free, we paid $10.00 for close parking. Otherwise by car it was $5.00 to park and walk about 4 or 5 blocks.
It was remarkable! I would recommend it only if convenient for the traveler. I would have yen to purchase items.
Well outside of Holland, I was taken in by the countless rows of colorful tulips. At least hundreds of thousands and row after row of multi and solid colored tulips. You can pay about $5.00 and pick your choice, which I did to bring to his wife for the dinner table that night. Also a person can walk among them, in between rows and get all the close up pictures you want.
A school choir was performing and the vendors have some unusual foods and treats In early April, if you have the time and are in the area it is well worth the stop. Although the park is free, we paid $10.00 for close parking. Otherwise by car it was $5.00 to park and walk about 4 or 5 blocks.
It was remarkable! I would recommend it only if convenient for the traveler. I would have yen to purchase items.
Written April 23, 2018
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Raimop8
34 contributions
Mar 2019 • Solo
Lived close to the spot for several years and visited there often. Many events throughout the year: the tulip festival and the Sakura fireworks festival and the cosmos (flower) event are the most famous ones. There's also a Dutch windmill because of Sakura city's Dutch relations. Nice place to visit, but not much to do outside the events. Also the view to the Inbanuma lake is beautiful.
Written March 26, 2019
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Yee Q
14 contributions
Dec 2018
It is not avaible on the rental car gps, we rely solely on Google Maps to get there. The place is pretty but we went on a public holiday so it is not operating and also due to winter, there are no flowers, it will be prettier in other seasons!
Written February 12, 2019
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alimachali4
Sakura, Japan2 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
this is good place especially in early april, you can see the cherry blossom and tulip festivals, This is mybest place but not accessible for public transport.
Written March 8, 2017
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McG_Road_Warrior
Tokyo, Japan522 contributions
Feb 2017 • Couples
This is something that is so out of place, you have to stop and see it. When you do, you can learn a little of the history between this area and the Netherlands. It was interesting, to say the least.
The attraction is free, so you don't really lose anything by stopping in. It's a fun little place to rest. It's winter, but I'm sure this is a great place in the Spring.
The attraction is free, so you don't really lose anything by stopping in. It's a fun little place to rest. It's winter, but I'm sure this is a great place in the Spring.
Written February 4, 2017
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cjkjoss
Sakura, Japan11 contributions
Apr 2015 • Family
The tulip festival in April is always a great time to go. With thousands and thousands of flowers blooming and the windmill standing tall in the background, it really makes you forget that you are in Japan. It's a great place to bring a family or just to come by yourself and unwind.
Written June 30, 2015
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Thinking back on my entire trip all over several places in Japan, Not only am I not sure....I don't remember seeing a dog anywhere. I'm trying to recall public places. If there was a dog, it was so rare I don't recall seeing any, Sorry I can't help.
Written July 30, 2018
Hello! I would love to visit the Sunflower garden of windmill.
Although I can't understand if it's open 24 hours or only until 5pm?
Written July 2, 2018
I'm sorry, I don't know. However there is an information office in Narita for tourists that might know. I did find an English speaking counter person there. However you may have to google then email the question. Or call if you wish. Rick
Written July 2, 2018
Hi, is it worth to visit in June? Thank you
Written April 22, 2018
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