A not-so-secret rooftop garden for the entire family to enjoy

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December 20, 2018

At first glance, the verdant garden pictured above may look like a scenic countryside park. However, this garden is actually located in the city center. Situated atop the GRAND TREE shopping complex in Kawasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture, the GRAND GREEN GARDEN is one of the largest rooftop gardens in Japan with an area of approximately 4,300 m2 (46,000 ft2). The garden boasts a wide variety of trees and seasonal flowers that can be enjoyed year round.

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Surrounded by soaring skyscrapers, this unique garden offers a striking mix of cityscape and nature. On a given day, you might encounter office workers relaxing during their lunch breaks alongside locals enjoying a stroll. The garden is a beloved part of the community.

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GRAND GREEN GARDEN doubles as a wonderful playground where active kids can burn off some extra steam. From beetle-shaped playground toys to a chalkboard for drawing, the garden was designed with kids in mind, encouraging their natural curiosity and creativity.

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Although lemons and other fruits are a common sight in the supermarket, many children haven’t seen fruit growing on a branch. GRAND GREEN GARDEN contains many fruit trees planted to show young children the incredible transformation from flower to fruit.

The next time you’re in the Musashi-Kosugi area, after a fun-filled day of shopping and dining at GRAND TREE, head to the rooftop for a breath of fresh air.

GRAND TREE
http://www.grand-tree.jp/web/en/index.html