Article by: Rio Murakami

Japan's Seasonal Culture: Atami is Transformed by Roses in Spring—The "ACAO ROSE FESTA 2025" is Now Underway, Featuring 600 Varieties and 4,000 Blooming Bushes!

The annual rose festival, "ACAO ROSE FESTA 2025," is currently being held at "ACAO FOREST" in Atami, Shizuoka Prefecture, from April 26 to June 30. The garden boasts 600 varieties and 4,000 rose bushes, offering visitors the opportunity to stroll through 13 themed gardens in an elegant setting. Throughout the event, visitors can enjoy a diverse array of roses blooming in sync with their natural rhythms, with "Ever Garden" and "Collection Garden" being particularly popular spots. The festival also features rose-inspired gourmet delights, hands-on craft experiences, exclusive commemorative stamps, and a photography contest, making it a truly special occasion.