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Looking for a quintessential summer activity to add to your Takayama itinerary?
Arkopia Sunflower Garden, located in the Kuguno area of Takayama City, is a seasonal sunflower field that opens for a short window each summer. Around 200,000 sunflowers bloom across the field, creating a vivid, golden landscape, with amazing views of the Northern Alps. The area is part of Hida Funayama Snow Resort Arkopia.
During the 2026 season, the garden is open from Saturday, August 1 to Sunday, August 16. Opening hours are from 9:00 to 16:00. Admission is ¥800 for adults, ¥300 for elementary school children, and free for young children.
The garden has a dedicated sunflower observation deck, great for taking photos. The field stretches out in every direction, and the deck gives you a perspective that is well worth the visit on its own.
For families, there is plenty to keep younger visitors happy too, with a water play area, playground equipment, and weekend events running throughout the season. There is also on-site parking, for those that are exploring Takayama by car.
Arkopia Sunflower Garden is 20-minute by car from central Takayama, or 4km from JR Kuguno Station, perfect for pairing with other day-trip locations. For more tips on other locations you can combine your visit to the gardens with, be sure to ask our guest services team!
