Iris Garden

Ayame Garden in Itako holds an Ayame (Japanese Iris) Flower Festival every year from late May to June.

The iris come in various shades of white, purple, and yellow. The garden covers approx. 1.3 hectares (3.2 acres) next to the Maekawa River and the iris can be viewed from both the garden path and bridges above it.

Closest Station: Itako Station on the JR Kashima Line.

Ayame Garden in Itako holds an Ayame (Japanese Iris) Flower Festival every year from late May to June.

The garden covers approx. 1.3 hectares (3.2 acres) next to the Maekawa River and the iris can be viewed from both the garden path and bridges above it.

There were various shades of white, purple, and yellow, which were beautiful. During the festival events such as traditional boat rides along the river and matsuri food vendors are there for everyone to enjoy.

Closest Station: Itako Station on the JR Kashima Line.

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