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Tulips and Science

Hosted by the Consul of the Tokyo Science & Technology Group
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Sat 21 Feb 14:00 - 18:00

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They arrived in the 16th century, the amazing new flower the tulip. To start with they were simple blooms, a few colours but in short time without realising a new world of genetics emerged. By Protected content whole new and sometimes cutthroat industry was flourishing with fortunes made and lost.
Interested in the science? A chance to see where tulip mania has gone.
Perhaps just a little bit interested, then enjoy a hike over Enoshima Island to the summit where we find the historical Samuel Cocking Garden displaying the results of Protected content of tulip genetic intervention.
Clear late winter skis and longer days allow great views of snow capped Mount Fuji with plenty of chances to enjoy a break at one of the scenic cafes.
Let's get out there, shake of the winter blues with a fun day out for all.
Looking forward to sharing the day
Andrew your Internations Science & Tech host

How to get there
Just one hour from Tokyo Station.
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Worth watching:
Basic genetics
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The tulip bubble
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About the Enoshima Samuel Cocking Garden and Samuel Cocking
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