Asahidake Onsen, Higashikawa-cho, Kamikawa-gun, Hokkaido
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¥1,000
The Yukomambetsu Alpine Botanical Garden, located near the Asahidake Ropeway station in Higashikawa, Hokkaido, offers visitors an opportunity to see approximately 50 varieties of alpine plants, including Rhododendron aureum and Phyllodoce caerulea, blooming about a month earlier than on the mountain summit. A nature trail surrounds the garden, making it an ideal spot for a leisurely stroll. The best time to visit is from June to August to witness the plants in full bloom. It's a worthwhile stop for those heading to the ropeway.