Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden, Botanical garden in Kusatsu, Japan
The Mizunomori Water Botanical Garden features extensive lakes in three directions and displays over 150 types of water lilies across its grounds.
Established in 1996 near Lake Biwa, the garden has developed into a center for aquatic plant preservation and research in Shiga Prefecture.
The name Mizunomori translates to water forest, representing the Japanese connection between natural elements and horticultural practices in garden design.
Visitors can reach the garden by taking a 25-minute bus ride from JR Biwako Line Kusatsu Station West Exit between 9:00 and 17:00.
The garden maintains specialized sections for lotus cultivation, positioning itself near major lotus producers in the Shiga region.
Location: Kusatsu
Official opening: 1996
Website: https://seibu-la.co.jp/mizunomori
GPS coordinates: 35.07370,135.94041
Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:35
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