Kawazu Bagatelle Park

Kawazu Bagatelle Park

PARK

Kawazu Bagatelle Park opened in 2001 as a sister park to the Paris Bagatelle Park. Over 6,000 roses of around 1,100 varieties are planted within the park. The park is French-styled, with the roses planted in such a way that they resemble a painting being framed. They also provide a “make your own scent” experience as well as a rose-themed cafe.

There is a large free car park available.

Please note that the rose blooming seasons are between 28th April to 30th June and 1st October to 30th November. There is a discount available if you arrive during another time but you won’t be able to see any flowers.

Review

If you’re coming to Izu out of season then I definitely don’t recommend making the journey here unless you’re already in the area. There isn’t anything to see during the other times, although I think they do hold some events during summer.

You will immediately be hit with the European style just walking through the gates at the entrance. All of the buildings inside and the park layout is very heavily inspired by French gardens, with their sister park actually helping to maintain the garden. If you want to experience a bit of France outside of Europe then make a trip down to see it!

There are thousands of roses for you to enjoy if you visit during blooming season. It is popular during rose season, however the park is big enough that it doesn’t feel like there are so many people there. Take your time to explore the different varieties and take lots of pictures. There’s no rush for you to get through the park so go at your own leisure. You might even see cosplayers or dog photographers there doing their own photoshoots! Also for an added bonus make sure you head to the other end of the park for a view over Kawazu to the sea!

Unless you really like flower-flavoured items I would give the cafe a miss. The seasonal dishes are very heavily flavoured, often with actual roses inside the drinks. Japan loves its flower-themed seasonal foods so feel free to try them out. You might be pleasantly surprised! Personally I don’t like them so if you’re picky with your food/drinks then give the cafe a miss.

ADDRESS

Kawazu Bagatelle Park,
1073 Mine,
Kawazu,
Shizuoka Prefecture,
413-0511

+81558342200 (Japanese only)
http://bagatelle.co.jp/ (Japanese only)

RECOMMENDED ROUTE:

The park provides a large, free car park so I recommend visiting here by car if you can. You can take the train down to Kawazu from Atami, however, it is a 30 minute walk from the station or a taxi ride from there.