Kanuma Kaboku Center

Kanuma Kaboku Center

Home of Satsuki Bonsai in Japan

Discover Kanuma City Kaboku Center, a 400,000-square-meter horticultural facility in the hills of Kanuma on the way to Nikko.

Renowned for its Satsuki azaleas and selection of flowers, trees, and landscaping materials, it’s a perfect destination for garden enthusiasts and nature lovers.

The center offers Kokedama and Bonsai workshops for visitors, and international guests are warmly welcome!

Seasonal Flower Festivals

Lupine flower display at Kanuma Kaboku Center from mid April to early May

Lupine Flower Festival
End of April -Early May

Walk into a sea of vibrant colors at the Spring Hill Lupine Festival, where thousands of blooming lupines transform the hills of Kanuma into a breathtaking floral wonderland!

Satsuki Azalea Bonsai Festival
End of May -Early June

Discover the art of miniature beauty at the Satsuki Azalea Bonsai Festival – a vibrant display of centuries-old techniques and nature’s artistry!

Sakura Cherry Blossom

Sakura
End of March

A new area is planned to open where visitors can enjoy sakura blossoms.
Umbrella display at Kanuma Kaboku Center in Kanuma City

Colorful Umbrella Sky
All year round

Stroll beneath the colorful umbrellas and find the whimsical green moss car for a picture-perfect display.
Bonsai Experience

Workshops for Kokedama & Bonsai
Regular group worksops and private workshops (please book)

Make your trip unforgettable by booking a hands-on workshop—learn the art of Kokedama or Bonsai and take home a unique piece of Japanese tradition!
Cafe / Restaurant

Bobsai Café

Relax and refuel at the Bonsai Café, where you can savor delicious bonsai and flower-themed dishes, as well as freshly picked-to-order herbal tea.
Gardening Shop
Japanese gardening items on sale at Kanuma Kaboku Center

Plants, Bonsai, Tools, & Ornaments

Explore rare plants, unique bonsai, and popular Japanese gardening tools at the Garden Shop. Traditional Japanese garden ornaments can be a lovely addition to your home garden!

Other

Strawberry Picking & BBQ

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Things to do
and see nearby

There area many places to see near Kanuma City.

Festival floats from Edo period used at Kanuma Autumn Festival

Kanuma (woodworks)

Taiyuin Shrine in Nikko, Japan

Nikko (UNESCO Sites)

Night tour at Oya Night Tour at The Oya History Museum

Oya Stone Heritage

Kinugawa Onsen Iwaburo Onsen

Kinugawa Onsen

Indigo dyeing at Shoai samurai in Tochigi city

Tochigi City (indigo dyeing)

Purple wisteria

Ashikaga Flower Park

2025 Opening Times

Open times :8:30 am~5:00 pm

Open : Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun
Closed : Thursdays* & 31st Dec, 1st & 2nd Jan
* Open on Thursdays between March and June

For Overseas Visitors

Wi-Fi available

Some staff speak English

Uses a Translation device
(Voice translator App)

Multi-language leaflets

Multi-language ticket machines

Online Booking Available

Vegetarian dishes available

Vegan dishes available

Gluten free dishes available

Other food requirements

Halal friendly

Kosher friendly

Contact Details

Access

2086-1 Moro, Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture

By Car: About 5 min from Kanuma IC (鹿沼IC) on the Tohoku Expressway (東北自動車道). (Total 1hr 45min from Tokyo)

By Train: Take the bus or Taxi from Kanuma Sta. (鹿沼駅)or Shin-Kanuma Sta. (新鹿沼駅). Both are about 10-15min away. 

Things to do Nearby

Find things to do locally in Kanuma City – click to view info page.

Map & Address

Address :

栃木県鹿沼市茂呂2086-1 (2086-1 Moro, Kanuma City, Tochigi Prefecture)

TEL 0289-76-2310

Contact Kanuma Kaboku Center

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