2026 Definitive Edition: 6 Daffodil Places in Kanto
🌼 Introduction to Narcissus
In the crisp winter air, the quietly blooming narcissus gently signals the changing seasons. Their white and yellow flowers are modest yet pure; when you draw near, their soft fragrance drifts through the air, adding a gentle touch of color to the cold winter landscape. When winter light shines through their petals, they sometimes glow like tiny lamps, their delicate beauty making you want to reach for your camera.In the Kanto region, daffodil spots bloom in various locations—along coastlines, lakeshores, and hillsides—each offering a completely different impression of the landscape.
🌿 A tiny light blooming in winter. The transparent world revealed by narcissus.
The blooming period for narcissus in the Kanto region varies slightly depending on the area and altitude, but generally Late December to mid-February The peak blooming season. In warmer regions like the Boso Peninsula, blooming begins right after the New Year, while in colder inland areas, the peak season arrives around mid- to late January.
Narcissi bathed in winter's soft sunlight reveal entirely different expressions in the morning and evening, as their mood shifts dramatically with the angle of the light—a truly captivating quality.
📸 Tips for Beautifully Photographing Daffodils
To capture beautiful photos of narcissus, how you work with the light is crucial.
- 🌅 Make the low morning light your ally
When the morning sun shines through the petals, it creates a sense of transparency, resulting in a three-dimensional photograph. - 🌤️ Be careful not to overexpose white flowers.
By setting it slightly underexposed, the texture of the petals will be captured clearly. - 🍃 On windy days, use a faster shutter speed.
Narcissi are tall and prone to swaying, so a shutter speed of 1/250 or faster is recommended for stability. - 📐 When photographing slopes or clusters, be mindful of creating depth.
Adding foreground blur or utilizing elevation changes creates a soft atmosphere. - 🌊 At seaside spots, capture a wide background.
The blue of the sea and the white and yellow of narcissus are a perfect match. Awareness of contrast makes them stand out beautifully.
🌼I want to go there this winter! 6 Daffodil Places in Kanto
In the Kanto region, there are several places where daffodils bloom beautifully from winter to early spring. Blooming with dignity in the cold, daffodils are modest but have a definite presence, adding a gentle color and fragrance to the winter landscape.
One of the most impressive was,Satte Gongendo, Nohi Beach, Sakuma Dam, Kasai Rinkai Park, Azumayama Park, and TsumekizakiThere are six areas. Each of these areas has a completely different appearance, so even with the same daffodils, I found something new each time I visited.
First Satte Gongen-do (Saitama) In the quiet of winter, delicate narcissus flowers gracefully color the broad slope. Though known as a springtime destination, winter at Gongen-do is quiet, with few visitors. A gentle time flows here, where the scent drifts softly with each step. Bathed in the soft morning light, the narcissus stood modest yet dignified, evoking the quiet beauty unique to winter.
Enjoy the refreshing seaside scenery and narcissus flowers. Nobi Beach (Kanagawa) Walking along the seaside promenade, the contrast between the blue sea and white daffodils unfolds, creating a scene that seems to capture winter's transparency itself. Their appearance swaying in the sea breeze is utterly charming, and during the hours when the morning sun shines through their petals, a soft glow appears, as if light were melting into the flowers. The winter landscape created by the sea and daffodils never grows tiresome, no matter how many times you visit.
On the other hand, for those who wish to deeply savor the tranquility of nature, we recommend Sakuma Dam (Chiba Prefecture, Futtsu City)Narcissi bloom across the slopes surrounding the lake, creating a soothing landscape where their light reflects on the water's surface. In areas where the narcissi bloom densely, the gentle hues of yellow and white blend softly into the winter scenery, evoking a desire to take a deep breath. The tranquility of the lakeside and the fragrance of the narcissi combine, making this a spot where time seems to slow down.
On the other hand, for those who wish to feel the brilliance of winter amidst the open sea, we recommend...Kasai Rinkai Park (Tokyo, Edogawa Ward)The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.
Throughout the garden, daffodils swaying in the sea breeze bloom here and there, their glistening appearance in the sunlight creating a wonderfully pleasant atmosphere. Daffodils blooming against the backdrop of the sea are rare within Tokyo; the clear blue of the winter sky overlapping with the white and yellow of the flowers creates a beauty that makes the view suddenly feel brighter.
Impressive in terms of the power of the scenery. Azuma-yama Park (Kanagawa, Ninomiya)Along the path to the summit, clusters of narcissus flowers stretch out, their fragrance drifting through the air as you walk—a delightful highlight. Upon reaching the hilltop, the azure expanse of Sagami Bay and the majestic form of Mount Fuji spread out before you. Combined with the narcissus coloring the ground, it creates a truly spectacular view. Blooming in the crisp winter air, the narcissus exude a dignified impression, serving as a defining element that sharpens the entire landscape.
And I highly recommend it as a photo spot from winter to early spring,Tsumekizaki (Shimoda City, Shizuoka Prefecture)The daffodils are a beautiful contrast to the blue sea. The daffodil colony spreading across the cape is white and dainty, yet has a strong presence, contrasting beautifully with the blue ocean. The view of the daffodils while feeling the Pacific Ocean breeze is liberating and offers a winter landscape with a different sense of scale from that of the Kanto suburbs.
Daffodils are flowers that seem to nestle gently in a quiet winter landscape. They look very different in different locations, such as mountains, lakes, oceans, and city parks. Please enjoy the dignified beauty of daffodils at your favorite place, which can only be found from winter to early spring.
