Kawaguchi Green Center

Kawaguchi Green Center is a botanical garden with multiple greenhouses displaying banana plants, bougainvillea, lotus flowers, orchids, and many succulents from different climates. The buildings house distinct plant collections organized to show tropical and desert species side by side.

The site opened in 1967 and was part of Japan's period of international growth and modernization. Its founding followed an important national event that drew imperial attention.

The garden marks the seasons with traditional Japanese celebrations like tea ceremonies and music performances, letting visitors experience how nature and cultural practices connect throughout the year.

The garden is open daily and visitors can wander through multiple greenhouses to explore the different plant types at their own pace. The site includes some hillside terrain, so comfortable shoes are helpful for walking around.

The grounds contain natural limestone caves that create an unexpected geological feature beneath the garden landscape. A European-style chapel built on the site offers a striking contrast to the traditional Japanese garden setting.

Location: Kawaguchi

Inception: November 1, 1967

Official opening: November 1, 1967

Part of: 100 Best Urban Parks in Japan

Website: http://greencenter.1110city.com

GPS coordinates: 35.84583,139.72639

Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40