Want to deck your apartment with greenery but want something that’s lower maintenance? Head to Kakusen-en for cacti and succulents that don’t require as much attention as other potted plants. This nursery specialises in dry-climate plants and has been on the rooftop of Seibu Ikebukuro since 1977. It’s no lifeless desert – you’ll be surprised by the variety offered here.
There’s every type of cactus and succulent you can imagine, all lined up in rows that make them a little tricky to tell apart at first.. However, when you look up close, each one is unique with its own pattern, shape and shade of green. The plants offered here are imported from countries including South Africa, Mexico, Brazil and Peru, so you’ll come across many rare varieties that you won’t find elsewhere in the city.