The Cut Flower Expo 2025 Spring, also known as the Kanto & Tokai Flower Exhibition, took place at Sunshine City in Ikebukuro, Tokyo. This rare event in Japan, a country known for its horticultural culture rather than cut flower culture, showcased an extensive collection of cut flowers from around the world, with a special emphasis on domestically cultivated varieties. The exhibition featured a series of competitively displayed flowers, including roses, chrysanthemums, gerberas, carnations, and many other vibrant species, highlighting both the artistry and the agricultural prowess behind Japan’s flourishing floral industry.

The video walkthrough covers multiple display ‘units,’ each presenting a themed selection of flowers. Standout varieties include Dutch-bred roses such as ‘Juicy Terrazza,’ ‘Amada＋,’ and ‘Crystal Dress,’ as well as Japanese originals like ‘Grand Hommage’ and ‘Mango Lieber.’ In addition to roses, viewers can appreciate the diverse showings of chrysanthemums like ‘Brano Dark Pink’ (Netherlands/Japan) and spray mums exclusively from Japanese producers. Other crowd-pleasers are gerberas ‘Spin-Off’ and ‘Maxwell’, Carnation ‘Macchiato’, and Eustoma lines bred in Japan specifically for cut flower excellence.

Beyond the cut flower contests, the event highlights the intersection of international breeding and Japanese cultivation. Notable are the cyclamen varieties, bred in the Netherlands but tailored for the Japanese market, and showy phalaenopsis orchids grown by local Gunma Prefecture producers. Guests also witness displays of Japanese potted flowers and Ikebana arrangements, reinforcing Japan’s unique approach to floral aesthetics. For visitors and horticulture enthusiasts, Sunshine City’s Flower Expo serves as a gateway to understanding modern floriculture trends, the rise of competitively grown cut flowers, and the vital role Japanese producers play in the industry.

Sunshine City, located in the heart of Ikebukuro, is a famous commercial complex and a frequent venue for exhibitions and expos in Tokyo. Ikebukuro (池袋) is one of Tokyo’s major urban centers, easily accessible via JR lines and popular for shopping, entertainment, and unique events like the Flower Expo. Gunma Prefecture, north of Tokyo, is known for its rich agricultural tradition and is a primary supplier of high-quality cut flowers showcased at this competition. The exhibition underscores the growing appreciation and expertise of Japan’s florists and flower producers, appealing to locals and international visitors alike.