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Tour Type: Family,Honeymoon,Luxury,Romantic,Popular Destination,LeisureEvery year, the Great Wisteria Festival is held depending on flowering, from April 13 to May 12. .. During the Great Wisteria Festival, the park typically opens at 7.00 am and closes at 6.00 pm. The Light up period also has special nighttime admission opening hours, from 5:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
The Ashikaga Flower Park first opened in 1968 and now spans 94,000 square meters (23 acres) of land approximately 74 kilometers north of Tokyo. The park is famous across Japan for housing a 150-year-old wisteria tree which has been designated as a national monument by the Tochigi Prefecture.
In addition to this amazing natural wonder, you can experience an 80-meter tunnel of white wisteria or yellow Kibana, thousands of azaleas, hundreds of other flowers, and winter lights. The flowers themselves are also illuminated at night, providing a truly otherworldly experience.
There are events throughout the year, and of special note is the wisteria light up event that gives the flowers an even more magical aspect..https: //livejapan.com/Opening Hours and Entrance Fee
For most of the year, the Ashikaga Flower Park opens at 9 am and closes at 6 pm. On Saturdays, Sundays and on national holidays for “the Garden of Illuminated Flowers”, the park is open untel 9 pm.
During the winter, from late November until February, hours are reduced, from 10 am to 5 pm. Extended hours, from 7 am until 9 pm, can be enjoyed during the Wisteria Festival period (mid-April to mid-May). The park is open year-round, closed only on December 31 and the third Wednesday and Thursday of February.
Depending on the time of year and the type of ticket purchased, adult admission fees range from 300 to 1800 yen. Prices are highest during the peak flower season, during the months of April and May. Lower prices can be enjoyed from July until February. For children, fees range from 100 to 900 yen. Children under the age of four are admitted free of charge.
The Wisteria Tunnel
Wisteria is called fuji in Japanese. Like the mountain that bears a similar name, this flower is much beloved by the Japanese people. A relative of the pea, this ornamental vine can be trained to grow into fabulous shapes. Two 80 meter tunnels grace the park, one of white wisteria and the other of the the wisteria-like yellow Kibana. From a botanical point of view, a year in Japan can be divided into eight floral seasons, or chapters. These include: Spring, from early January to late February. - The Spring Flower Festival, from early March to mid-April. Wisteria Story, from mid-April to mid-May. Rainbow Garden, from mid-May to early June. Blue and White Garden, from early June to early July. Water Nymphs, from early July to late September. Purple Garden, from early October to late November. Bejeweled Flower Garden, late October to late January. Each of these stages has its own beauty and charm. Hundreds of trees and flowering plants are involved in each chapter – even in the cold of winter. While many visitors choose mid-April to mid-May in order to view the famed wisteria, the park has plenty to offer all year round. In winter, fewer flowers bloom, but they are there – flowers such as pansies and violas. These are supplemented, however, with enthralling winter illumination displays. Almost every inch of the park becomes a light flower garden, courtesy of 4.5 million multi-colored LED lights. Strands of lights resembling fuji flowers hang from trellises. Lights cover the bushes and trees and line the walkways. Light shows and LED screens are synchronized to music to create a dreamlike escape.
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- Wisteria Flowers Park
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he Japan tourist visa application process requires applicants to submit the necessary documents, including a completed visa application form, a valid passport, recent passport-sized photographs, proof of travel arrangements, evidence of accommodation in Japan, proof of financial means, and a letter of explanation outlining the purpose of the visit and the intended itinerary.The visa application process may take some time, and it is advisable to apply well in advance of the planned travel dates. The Embassy or Consulate General of Japan will review the application and make a decision on whether to grant the visa. The visa fee must be paid at the time of submission, and in some cases, applicants may be called for an interview.
To apply for a visa, you will typically need to provide the following items:
Valid passport
Ensure that your passport is valid for a minimum of 6 months beyond your intended stay in Japan. An expired or soon-to-expire passport may result in a visa application rejection.
Minimum two blank visa pages.
Be issued within 10 years.
Should not be manually altered.
Passport-size photographs: Attach recent passport-size photographs (2x2 inches) to your application form as per applicable requirements, such as a plain white background and a clear image of your face.
Proof of travel arrangements: Provide evidence of your travel arrangements, such as flight tickets or a detailed itinerary. This will demonstrate the purpose and duration of your visit to Japan.
Proof of accommodation: Submit proof of accommodation arrangements in Japan, such as hotel reservations or a letter of invitation from a host. This confirms that you have arranged suitable lodging during your stay.
Sufficient financial means: Demonstrate that you have enough financial resources to cover your expenses while in Japan. This can be shown through recent bank statements, proof of employment, or any other supporting financial documents.
Letter of explanation: Include a letter detailing the purpose of your visit, places you plan to visit, and your intended itinerary.
Additional documents: Depending on your circumstances, additional documents may be required. For example, if you are employed, you may need to submit a letter from your employer stating your position, salary, and approved leave duration. Students may need to provide proof of enrollment, and retirees may need to show proof of retirement and financial stability.
Return Flight Tickets: Include an onward or return flight ticket from Japan.
ITR: Income tax return assessment for the last 3 years if the applicant is employed; otherwise, provide the sponsor's return.
Employment letter: Employment letter on official company letterhead.
NOC: NOC from the employer.
GST Copy: If Self-Employed.
Cover Letter: A cover letter from the applicant or the employer.
Note: In some cases, the embassy may require you to submit some additional documents. We will notify you if this happens.
Japan tourist visa fees for Indians
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The standard visa fee for a single-entry Japan tourist visa is approximately INR 2,700. However, please note that visa fees are subject to change, and it's important to check the official website for the most up-to-date information regarding visa fees. Additionally, the applicant may have to pay some additional fees.
It's important to note that the visa fees are non-refundable, regardless of the outcome of your application. Payment of the visa fee is usually required at the time of submitting your visa application.
Validity of Japan tourist visa for Indians
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For an Indian tourist applying for a Japan visa, the visa is usually valid for a period of 90 days. This means that you will be permitted to enter Japan and stay for a period of 89 days. However, once you exit Japan, the visa will become invalid.
Travel Insurance, is strongly recommended for a trip to Japan.
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