Grandma's Legacy: Vibrant Moss Phlox Carpet Blooms in Gujo, Japan
In Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, central Japan, the Kunita Family Shibazakura Garden has reached its peak blooming season, displaying a vibrant carpet of approximately 50,000 moss phlox plants. The floral spectacle, featuring hues of white and pink across a 3,000-square-meter hillside, is currently open to the public free of charge, attracting numerous visitors until late April. This beloved local attraction originated in 1961 when Kanae Kunita, affectionately known as 'hanasaka (flower blooming) grandma,' planted a single cutting from her family home. Her dedication transformed the private residential property into a renowned scenic spot through word-of-mouth popularity. Following Kunita's passing in 2002, her family and local volunteers from the 'association of those who love the Kunita Family Shibazakura Garden' have continued to cultivate and maintain the flowers, preserving her legacy. The garden stands as a testament to community effort and individual passion, offering a beautiful spring viewing experience that reflects the enduring impact of one woman's initial planting effort decades ago.
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Grandma's Legacy: Vibrant Moss Phlox Carpet Blooms in Gujo, Japan
In Gujo City, Gifu Prefecture, central Japan, the Kunita Family Shibazakura Garden has reached its peak blooming season, displaying a vibrant carpet of approximately 50,000 moss phlox plants. The floral spectacle, featuring hues of white and pink across a 3,000-square-meter hillside, is currently open to the public free of charge, attracting numerous visitors until late April. This beloved local attraction originated in 1961 when Kanae Kunita, affectionately known as 'hanasaka (flower blooming) grandma,' planted a single cutting from her family home. Her dedication transformed the private residential property into a renowned scenic spot through word-of-mouth popularity. Following Kunita's passing in 2002, her family and local volunteers from the 'association of those who love the Kunita Family Shibazakura Garden' have continued to cultivate and maintain the flowers, preserving her legacy. The garden stands as a testament to community effort and individual passion, offering a beautiful spring viewing experience that reflects the enduring impact of one woman's initial planting effort decades ago.
The Mainichi