Yokohama Bay Area Colored by Hydrangeas: Enjoy Early Summer at Hikawa Maru, Yamashita Park, and the English Garden

Enjoy early summer in the Yokohama Bay Area, adorned with hydrangeas: Hikawa Maru, Yamashita Park, and an English-style garden. Hikawa Maru & Yamashita Park Late May to late June is the best time to see hydrangeas at Yamashita Park. Shots with the Hikawa Maru in the background are especially Yokohama-esque, creating a dreamlike image of a ship floating above the hydrangeas. Photography Tips: • On sunny days, the sunlight reflects off the Hikawa Maru and Marine Tower, creating a sparkling effect. However, be careful of backlighting (we recommend framing your camera with your back to the sea in the morning and facing it in the afternoon). • Combining hydrangeas with fountains and monuments adds symmetry and asymmetry to your composition. Yokohama English Garden While known for its rose gardens, this English-style garden also boasts stunning hydrangeas. Over 300 varieties bloom until around June, featuring historic varieties and the Yokohama-inspired "Sumida no Hanabi" (Sumida Fireworks) variety. • Event Period: May 26th - June 29th, 2025 (Hydrangea Festival) • Hours: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (last entry at 5:30 PM) • Admission Fee: Approximately 1,000 yen (varies depending on the season) Suggested Itinerary: Morning-Afternoon Hydrangea and Yokohama Stroll Spend a morning sparkling with photos of the hydrangeas and Hikawa Maru at Yamashita Park. In the afternoon, soak up the colors and fragrances of approximately 300 varieties of hydrangeas in the English-style garden. Satisfy your soul with an elegant cafe break at the venerable Western-style building, "Yamate Jubankan." Enjoy strolling, gourmet food, and photos—a truly satisfying early summer trip to Yokohama! Share your photos with us! Morning Yamashita Park → Hikawa Maru: Photograph the combination of hydrangeas and a ship. Take advantage of the morning light for a fantastical shot. Afternoon Yokohama English Garden: Take in the colorful hydrangeas and enjoy the photogenic scenery. Evening Around Yamate Western-Style Houses: Take a stroll through the exotic atmosphere. Capture retro buildings and streetscapes on camera. Lunch / Cafe: Yamate Jubankan Enjoy a relaxing tea time at a historic Western-style cafe. Recommended Western Restaurant: Yamate Jubankan Restaurant & Cafe A renowned restaurant where history and exoticism blend together. Built in 1967, this Western-style building boasts a cafe with beautiful arched stained glass on the first floor and an authentic French restaurant on the second floor. • Recommended Menu: Popular dishes highlighting tradition and style, such as "Wagyu Tongue Stew" and seasonal French courses. • Highly rated: The relaxing atmosphere makes it perfect for special occasions and anniversaries. Easily accessible, it's located in the Minato Mirai Park area, making it the perfect base for exploring. #SummerVacation #TokyoTrip #VacationTrip #DomesticTravelGuide #MyTravelPlan #SummerVacationTrip #SeasonalPlacesOverseas #OverseasTravelGuide #OverseasTravel #AbsolutelyFreeTravel #CommentCircle #SummerCampaign #YokohamaHydrangeas #HikawaMaru #YamashitaPark #EnglishGarden #YamateJubankan #EarlySummerWalk #PhotogenicYokohama