Karija Dodání Kytice Květinářství

Well situated to explore the sights and attractions of Nagoya and the surrounding area, Kariya may not be a traditional tourist town but is worth a visit for outdoor lovers for its’ many parks. Nearby Nagoya offers the most to see and do, and for flower lovers the area within one hour of Kariya has plenty to see. The province of Aichi, in which Kariya is situated, is full of flowers, cherry trees and other beautiful floral attractions. An hour from Kariya lies the Hana Hiroba, which boasts an outstanding collection of flowers year round. The sun flowers in the summer months are particularly spectacular, and visitors are allowed to take a small selection of freshly cut blooms away with them. The nearby banks of the Gojo River are a great place to stroll, especially during cherry blossom season – make sure to enjoy the reflection of the pink blossoms in the water as you walk by. Shimin Shiki No Mori park is also an excellent place to explore, and is especially vibrant when the hydrangeas are at their most colourful. About thirty minutes’ drive away is Toyota, famous for its gorgeous wisteria. For the flower lover the excellent Wisteria Festival is a must in Toyota, and is easily accessed from Komaki – a visit during this festival will allow you to witness the fabulous displays of wisteria and azalea draping along the pavements and roads. A walk down Wisteria Alley is an absolute must if you want to really experience this. Interestingly, the Toyota factory has tried to offset some of its emissions created in the manufacturing process by developing its own flowers, derived from the cherry sage and gardenia in an attempt to help reduce its impact on the environment.