During Shiga Kogen’s green season, flowers begin to brighten the ground beneath your feet. Alpine plants bloom one after another at different elevations. Why not check the flowering information from the tourism association and head out for a summer flower walk?
In Shiga Kogen, including the Ichinose area at an elevation of 1,600 meters, wetlands and trails become decorated with alpine plants once the green season begins. Different flowers bloom depending on elevation, and one of the charms of the highlands is watching the best viewing spots change gradually throughout the season.
The Shiga Kogen Tourism Association provides updated information on alpine flower blooming conditions. To find out what is in bloom and where to see it now, checking the official page is the most reliable option. By planning your visit together with places such as the Higashitateyama Alpine Botanical Garden and nearby trekking courses, you can enjoy flower viewing at a comfortable pace.
Please remember that Shiga Kogen is located within a national park. Enjoy the flowers by looking at them and taking photos, but do not pick or collect them. When walking, carry a bear bell and take proper safety precautions.