500 Types of Dahlia at Machida Dahlia Garden 町田ダリア園

Approximately two hours away from central Tokyo you will find Machida's expansive and lush garden which boasts 500 types of dahlia in a variety of colors and shapes. There's a gift store with handmade items made by locals, as well as many plants and seedlings to take home. The garden also happens to be a place of employment for people with cognitive disabilities, who maintain the garden and sell their handmade ceramic works.

Where: 1213-1 Yamazakimachi, Machida, Tokyo 195-0074

When: Mid October

How much: 550 JPY

Website (Japanese): http://www.dahlia-machida.com/