Residence Public Tulip Garden Viewing – Friday 4 April and Saturday 5 April! - Japan-en

【Residence Public Tulip Garden Viewing - Outline】
Date: Friday 4 April and Saturday 5 April 2025, 10:00-16:00　
Place: Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, 3-6-3 Shiba-Koen, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0011
Participation: Reservation-only via → LINK
Admission: Free

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan will open its doors to the public for a viewing of the Residence’s Tulip Garden on Friday 4 April and Saturday 5 April 2025. The Ambassador's Residence itself will be open to the public at the same time, only for this special occasion. We hope that you will be able to share the joy of this beautiful spring with us while appreciating the tulips!

■ About 15,800 tulips 
Tulips, the national flower of the Netherlands, along with other flowers, are a major export industry of the Netherlands. It is said that about 80% of the world's tulip fields are in the Netherlands. This year, the Ambassador's residence is decorated with about 15,800 tulips from the Netherlands.

■ The Ambassador's Residence, open to the public for a special viewing
It has been about 100 years since the first official residence was destroyed by the Great Kanto Earthquake in 1923 and rebuilt in 1928. The building, which still retains its traditional rustic atmosphere, is decorated with traditional and contemporary design furniture and artwork, including works by 19th century Dutch painter Hendrik Willem Mesdag and red & blue chairs by Gerrit Rietveld, creating a special atmosphere which blends Japan and the Netherlands.

■ Dutch sweets 'Stroopwafel' will also be on sale
The 'Stroopwafel' is said to have originated in Gouda, the Netherlands, a city famous for its cheese. It is a thin waffle with caramel syrup in between, and the Dutch way of eating it is to put it on top of a cup of coffee or other hot drink to soften it before eating. The proceeds from this sale will be donated to support victims of the forest fire in Ofunato, Iwate Prefecture. Please bring cash and bring your own eco bag. Paper bags are available for a small fee. 

【Notes】

≪About Reservations≫
-    This is a reservation-only event using the Peatix system. Those without a reservation will not be allowed to enter the embassy for this event.

-    Any questions regarding the Peatix system itself, please check the Peatix site: LINK.

-    One person can make a reservation for one person only. 

-    Please bring the QR code and your ID (passport, driver’s license, my number card etc). In case you forget your ID or we cannot confirm your reservation with your ID, you might not be able to enter the compound. This also applies to primary school children and above.

-    Please note that multiple bookings from the same account will be automatically cancelled.

-    Please refrain from transferring or reselling reserved tickets.

-    Children under primary school age do not need to be registered. However, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 

≪How to enter and participate≫
-    At the entrance gate, you will need to show your booking QR code and your official ID.

-    Please follow the designated one-way route in the garden.

≪Other≫
-    Please note that we do not accept inquiries by phone or e-mail regarding this event. If you have any questions, please refer to the FAQ below.

-    Please note that the event may be cancelled, the number of participants may be limited, or the conditions of participation may be changed. The latest information will be posted on the embassy's website and social media channels.

-    The event will be held rain or shine, and will be cancelled in case of a storm. In the event of cancellation, a notice will be posted on the embassy's website and our social media channels.

-    Please do not participate voluntarily if you are unwell or have a body temperature of 37.5°C or higher.

-    If you do not follow the precautions, you may be asked to leave or be refused entry.

【Frequently Asked Questions: FAQ】

Q：Can I come by car?
A： Please do not come by car as there is no parking available.

Q： Where is the nearest station?
A： 7-minute walk from Kamiyacho Station on the Subway Hibiya Line (Exit 3)
       10-minute walk from Onarimon Station (Exit A5) on the Toei Mita Line　　  

Q： Can I participate without a reservation?
A：No, you cannot. This is a reservation-only event using the Peatix system. Those without a reservation will not be allowed to enter the embassy for this event.

Q： How much does it cost to participate?　　
A：It is free of charge.

Q：Is it possible to take pictures on the day?
A：Yes, it is possible. Please be considerate of those around you.

Q： Are pets allowed?
A：We are sorry, but we are unable to accept visitors with pets.

Q：Is there a possibility that the event will be cancelled?
A：The event will be held rain or shine, but may be cancelled in case of a storm. If the event is canceled, we will put up a notice on this website.

Q： Is the event wheelchair accessible?
A：Yes, you can see the tulips in front of the official residence and on the tree-lined avenue.
* Please note that there are some areas where we ask visitors to refrain from entering for safety reasons.

Q：Are there restrooms?
A：Restrooms on the Embassy grounds are not available.

Q：Is there a smoking area?
A：Smoking is prohibited in all areas of the Embassy grounds.

Q：Can I eat or drink inside?
A：Please refrain from eating and drinking on the Embassy grounds and at the Ambassador's residence.

Q：Can I walk around freely after entry?
A：After entering, please follow the one-way route. In order to allow as many people as possible to view the garden and compound, the route may be passed only once.

Q：Can I leave my luggage in the cloakroom?
A：We are sorry, but we cannot store luggage inside the Embassy.

Q: I can't participate in the event because the reservation was full, can I still make a donation?
A: The stroopwafels are only available for sale within the embassy, so if you are unable to attend, you will not be able to purchase it. However, if you would like to make a donation, please speak to the embassy staff.