As we moved on from the English Garden, we ended up on the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi in Japan’s Yamanashi Prefecture. There it was, Oishi Park (aka Oishi Kogen), it’s a slice of floral paradise. Our delightful journey continues through this picturesque spot.

As we stepped into Oishi Park, we were greeted by Flower Street, a 350-meter-long promenade lined with vibrant blooms. The air was perfumed with the sweet scent of lavender and the bees added a lively soundtrack to my walk.

At the Oishi Park Cafe, I indulged in a lavender & cherry blossom ice cream treat. My first time tasting a bit of this floral magic!

The clouds parted and there it was again: Mount Fuji, its snow-capped peak flaunted against the calm waters of Lake Kawaguchi.

I walked out of the cafe and sat on a rock by the lake to soak in the mountain view as I finished my ice cream.

Our time was short but sweet.