Every June, the watery marshes around Lake Kagurame outside of the city of Beppu come alive with hundreds of blooming irises. The purple flowers, ranging in hues from white to indigo, can be best viewed from the boardwalks constructed through the flower beds. There is also a walking path around the entire lake, which connects to one of the longer Kyushu Olle hiking courses. Parking is just outside the lake, so be prepared for the 10 minute walk from the lot to the flower fields.
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Irises at Lake Kagurame
Gorgeous blooms in a pristine mountain setting
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Jonathan Jahnke
8 years ago
Beautiful photos!
Thank you, Jonathan! The setting was stunning.
Yui Yamaguchi
8 years ago
What a lovely place! You changed the profile photo, too!
Well-spotted, Yui. ;) The other photo was from a few years ago - time for a change!
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