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Shimoda Park

A Famous Place for Hydrangea Blossoms.

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With one sweep of the eye, take in the view of Shimoda’s streets and port from Shimoda Park.
Tsutsuji azaleas bloom in the spring, hydrangeas blossom in early summer, and camellias reach full bloom in the winter.
The temple is particularly renowned for its hydrangeas, with about 3 million beautiful blooms appearing in June. During this period, a festival is also held, attracting large crowds of people.
From the observation decks, take in spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.

Highlights

  • Many people come to the hydrangea festival held every June.
  • June is the season when splendid alfonsino is in season, so enjoy it with hydrangeas.
  • Beautiful scenery can be seen from each of the 3 observation decks.

Photos

  • Beautiful scenery of the port and town

    Beautiful scenery of the port and town

  • Surrounded by hydrangeas wherever you look! (June)

    Surrounded by hydrangeas wherever you look! (June)

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Is free Wi-Fi available in the area?

A

Yes, it is.

Q

Are coin lockers available?

A

Not available.

Q

Are there restrooms in the park?

A

Yes, there are restrooms at the Shimoda Park entrance and the Kaikoku Square.

Q

What about the bus service?

A

A Hydrangea Park bus stop is set up only during the Hydrangea Festival period (June 1 to June 30). Please note that buses do not stop outside this period.

Q

Can you tell me about the terrain of Shimoda Park?

A

Vehicles cannot enter the park. Also, the park is located on a small hill and has ups and downs. Please come in comfortable walking shoes and clothing.

Q

What about the shops?

A

Stalls are open only during the Hydrangea Festival period (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please note that operations may be cancelled in case of bad weather).

Reviews

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  • 淳淳

    繡球花都開得很漂亮,公園又不收費很值得前來。

  • LOVE曉婷

    除了六月看繡球花,其他時間還有不同的花可以欣賞。

  • Aurora Liu

    沿途上滿滿的繡球花盛開,漂亮得不像話~

  • 江子豪

    公園裡的繡球花滿山遍野綻放,搭配下田港的景色,真的是美不勝收

  • Nina Ye

    大約6月到下田,在公園看見壯觀美麗的繡球花~俯瞰街景 賞心悅目!

Details

Name in Japanese
下田公園
Postal Code
415-0023
Address
Sanchome, Shimoda City, Shizuoka
Telephone
0558-22-1531 (Shimoda City Sightseeing Information Center)
Admission
Free
Hours
Walk anytime
Closed
Open every day
Access
(1)About a 20-minute walk from the Izu Line’s Izukyu Shimoda Station.
(2)Take the bus for Shimodakaichu Aquarium from the Izu Line’s Izukyu Shimoda Station for about 5 minutes, getting off at the “Ajisai Koenshita” stop. ※Operates only during the Hydrangea Festival period (June 1 to June 30).
Official Website
Official Website (English)