Don’t just go see cherry blossoms— baby blue eyes (Nemophila) flower fields can be breathtaking too!

#cherryblossom25 Every spring, various places across Japan transform into dreamy seas of baby blue eyes. These tiny blue flowers bloom together to create an ocean of color that’s absolutely mesmerizing. Here's a list of some of the best spots in Japan to enjoy these stunning flowers—let’s check them out! 🌸 Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki Prefecture) This is arguably Japan’s most iconic destination for baby blue eyes. From mid-April to early May, around 5.3 million Nemophila bloom across the "Miharashi Hill," dyeing the slopes in a vibrant blue. Walking through the winding paths among the flowers feels like stepping into a fairytale. Opening hours: 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM (During peak bloom: April 6 – May 5, there’s an additional ¥350 viewing fee per person besides admission). 🌸 Maishima Seaside Park (Osaka Prefecture) Located on the artificial island of Maishima in Osaka Bay, this park hosts about 1 million Nemophila blooms every season, making it the largest baby blue eyes field in the Kansai region. It also holds the Osaka Nemophila Festival, featuring themed food and events during the bloom. Opening hours: Weekdays 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM; weekends & public holidays 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM. 🌸 Yamanakako Hananomiyako Park (Yamanashi Prefecture) Set against the stunning backdrop of Mt. Fuji, this flower park is located at an altitude of 1,000 meters. From April to May, vast fields of baby blue eyes bloom here, and you can even snap that magical shot of Nemophila + Mt. Fuji in one frame! Access: Take a tour bus from Fujikyu’s Fujisan Station (~30 minutes). Opening hours: April 16 – October 15, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM. #travel