Nagoya Parks and Gardens

(Nagoya, Chubu, Central Honshu, Japan)

Around the city of Nagoya are a number of prominent areas of green, of which Heiwa Park stands out as one of the best. This important recreational space lies on the eastern side of Nagoya and is the perfect place to sit down, relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

If exotic flowers are more your thing, then the stunning Ran no Yakata Orchid Gardens are not to be missed and are literally brimming with garish and exotic flowers, throughout the year. Information about Nagoya's main gardens and parks is shown below.

Ran no Yakata Orchid Gardens

Address: 4-4-1 Osu, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 460-0011, Japan, JP
Tel: +81 052 243 0511
These unusual gardens are home to more than 250 different species of orchids, which are displayed in a large glasshouse and also within a walled garden. A pathway leads towards the main display of orchids, where you will find both common and rare specimens all growing in carefully controlled conditions. The Ran no Yakata Orchid Gardens are just a short walk from the Nagoya Yaba-cho station and feature a number of seasonal horticultural events. When you tire of looking around this huge collection of orchids, a choice of cafes awaits, with outdoor seating being available on sunny days.
Open hours: Thursday to Tuesday - 10:00 to 20:00
Admission: charge

Heiwa Park

Address: Heiwakoen, Chikusa-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, 464-0022, Japan, JP
Tel: +81 052 782 2111
A spacious park covering almost 400 acres / 150 hectares, Heiwa Park has something for everyone. Regularly frequented by locals and tourists alike, many visitors come here each day to enjoy an impromptu picnic, or simply a stroll along the pathways. Other highlights include a dramatic statue of the famous Japanese Goddess of Mercy (Kannon), woodland trails, a series of ponds and endless seasonal interest, including cherry blossoms in the spring and dramatic fall colours each autumn.
Open hours: daily - dawn to dusk
Admission: free