The park was designed to incorporate the 'shakkei' (borrowed scenery) technique, integrating the distant hilly horizons of Mito into the garden's visual composition.
Unlike traditional Japanese gardens that prioritize stone and water features, Nanatsudo emphasizes vast, open lawn areas and varied herbaceous border plantings.
The park serves as an educational site for local horticulture enthusiasts to observe the growth cycles of non-native species adapted to the Kanto plain climate.
Nanatsudo Park is a designated English-style garden situated in the northern outskirts of Mito, Ibaraki. The park features a meticulously maintained layout characterized by rolling lawns, naturalistic flower beds, and winding pathways designed to mimic the aesthetic of a classic British landscape. It serves as a regional center for horticultural displays and is frequently utilized for community events and seasonal botanical exhibitions. The park is integrated into the hilly landscape of the Shimokunii area, providing elevated vantage points over the surrounding rural geography. It is maintained by the Mito City government as a public green space focused on Western-style landscaping techniques.
The elevated central knoll, which provides a panoramic view of the entire English-style layout against the backdrop of the Mito hills.
Bring a portable cushion or picnic blanket, as the expansive lawns are the primary area for rest and are often cleaner than wooden benches.
Check the local municipal website for the 'Nanatsudo Flower Calendar' before visiting to align your trip with the peak blooming seasons of the park's specific plant varieties.
The park has limited shade; wear a hat and sunscreen during mid-day hours.
Do not visit during the peak of the rainy season (tsuyu) in June, as the unpaved paths become muddy and the flower displays are often dampened.
Refrain from walking into the planted flower beds; ensure all trash is taken off-site as there are limited public disposal bins.
