Photographed on May 12, 2026: Beginning to bloom (Country Garden upper area "Irodori Hill")
Spring Flower Season Has Arrived at Takino!
Kokuei Takino Suzuran Hillside National Government Park, which boasts one of the largest collections of tulip varieties and bulbs in the greater Sapporo area, will be holding a series of events to coincide with the blooming season of tulips and lily of the valley — the flower that gives the park its name.
As of May 12, 2026, the tulips are beginning to bloom. Visitors can look forward to colorful tulips adorning the park's hills along with a lineup of spring outdoor season events.
Photographed on May 12, 2026: Beginning to bloom (Country Garden upper area "Irodori Hill")
Photographed on May 12, 2026: Beginning to bloom (Country Garden upper area "Irodori Hill")
| Period | May 16 (Sat) – May 31 (Sun) |
|---|---|
| Hours | During park opening hours (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM) |
| Location | Country Garden and other areas |
| Varieties | Approximately 120 varieties |
| Bulbs | Approximately 230,000 bulbs |
| Peak bloom | Mid-May to early June |
Tulip & Lily of the Valley Festival 2026
Explore the Charms of Each Area
Country Garden
Roughly 230,000 tulip bulbs color the sweeping landscape of the Country Garden. The upper section, Irodori Hill, features a mosaic art-like flower field with a vibrant mix of colors, while the lower section, Rainbow Hill, forms a beautiful arching rainbow-shaped flower field.
Rainbow Hill
A border design in 12 colors inspired by a rainbow, with 6 varieties planted in each border. The display looks different from various angles, making for a dynamic viewing experience.
Irodori Hill
Ten color combination patterns with distinct gradients across different areas. Pathways run through the flower fields to allow visitors to walk among the blooms and take commemorative photos with ease.
KINOTOWN
This year, six varieties of tulips from Toyama Prefecture — selected as the Reiwa 7 (2025) Imperial Household Gift Varieties — make their debut!
Kiko-machi
Hakuun
Prince Claus
Otome no Dress
World Favourite
Toyama Red
Palette Flower Bed (beside Country House)
A wide selection of tulip varieties is on display here. A "Fragrant Tulip" corner featuring varieties with a gentle scent (one variety per spot) returns this year as well. Tulip fragrance is stronger during the daytime, with peak scent at 70–80% bloom.
Tulip Crate Display
Tulip crates planted by visitors at the "Let's Plant Tulips" event held in November 2025 are on display. Come find the tulips you planted with your family or friends!
Recommended Events at the Tulip & Lily of the Valley Festival
This year's festival focuses on learning and hands-on experiences.
Toyama x Takino: Takino Tulip Day
A full day dedicated to getting to know tulips! Activities include an exclusive garden tour and the chance to view tulips from a spot not normally open to the public. Food and drink vendors will also be on site for a special one-day pop-up. Cooperation: Toyama Prefecture Flower Bulb Agricultural Cooperative / Cottage Garden Co., Ltd.
- Date: May 19 (Tue)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: Some activities have limited spots
- Location: Country Garden lawn plaza and other areas
Toyama x Takino: Takino Tulip Day
Tulip Quiz Rally
Learn all about tulips while strolling through the garden in full bloom! The rally sheet also serves as a guide to the Tulip & Lily of the Valley Festival.
- Date: April 25 (Sat) – May 31 (Sun)
- Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: Unlimited
- Location: East Gate / Central Gate
View Tulips from Above
The view of Country Garden's Rainbow Hill from the normally off-limits Central Gate rooftop is truly breathtaking! A special perspective worth experiencing.
- Date: May 23 (Sat) and 24 (Sun)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (last admission 2:50 PM)
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: Unlimited
- Location: Central Gate Building A rooftop
Free Tulip Umbrella Rental
Fun rain or shine! Borrow a charming tulip-shaped umbrella and stroll through the garden. Try snapping photos with the colorful tulips all around you.
- Date: May 16 (Sat) – May 31 (Sun)
- Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: Unlimited
- Location: East Gate / Central Gate
Fragrant Tulip Popularity Vote
Have you ever smelled a tulip? Choose your favorite from the fragrant tulip varieties and cast your vote! The best time to enjoy the scent is during the daytime, at 70–80% bloom.
- Date: May 23 (Sat) – May 31 (Sun)
- Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: Unlimited
- Location: Palette Flower Bed
Fragrant Tulip Popularity Vote
Tulip Bulb Digging Experience
There's a knack to digging up tulip bulbs! After a staff explanation, take home bulbs to bloom in your own garden next season.
- Date: June 7 (Sun)
- Time: 9:40 AM – 2:00 PM (numbered ticket distribution from 9:10 AM)
- Fee: Free
- Capacity: First 2,000 visitors on the day
- Location: Country Garden Central Gate flower field
Takino's Colorful Spring: The Flower Relay
Shirane Aoi — The Queen of Mountain Wildflowers
The "Shirane Aoi and Spring Wildflower Festival" has been running since May 9. Just a short distance from central Sapporo, the Takino Forest Zone's western area — the Natural History Garden — is alive with Glaucidium palmatum (Shirane Aoi), which produces around 1,500 blooms in the area at this time of year, alongside other mountain wildflowers such as Hitorisize (Chloranthus japonicus) and Enreiso (Trillium smallii), drawing visitors who come to admire them and watch birds.
In 2026, an early snowmelt contributed to peak bloom arriving on May 9, with approximately 1,900 flowers and buds confirmed at that point — the highest count recorded since the park opened. Peak bloom is expected to continue until around May 17.
| Period | May 9 (Sat) – May 17 (Sun) |
|---|---|
| Location | Forest Information Center (Takino Forest Zone, western area) |
| Hours | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Shirane Aoi and Spring Wildflower Festival
Lily of the Valley — The Delicate Flower That Names the Park
The lily of the valley's modest, downward-facing blooms hold a special charm. As a plant that requires careful management, cultivation is currently concentrated in a dedicated planting area.
| Planting Location | Upper path of Harvest Valley, near the entrance to Flower Terrace, and other spots |
|---|---|
| Number of Plants | 7,000 (upper path of Harvest Valley) |
| Peak Bloom | Late May to early June |
