Wholesome Visual Novel Hanako's Flower Shop Receives a Late April Launch Date

Tokyo, Japan - April 2, 2025 | During The Earth Appreciation Festival on Steam hosted by Slug Disco, Tokyo-based FantaJI Games have announced their upcoming flower shop management visual novel Hanako's Flower Shop is launching on Steam on April 25.

Hanako, a young woman at a crossroads in her life, takes on the challenge of running her grandpa’s beloved flower shop. Hanako’s Flower Shop is a heartwarming coming-of-age visual novel with resource management elements, where every flower tells a story and every bouquet has the power to heal.

This is the fourth year of The Earth Appreciation Festival, running from April 1st at 10AM PDT until April 8, 2025. Co-organized by the developers of Empires of the Undergrowth, The Wandering Village and Timberborn, the event is featuring over 160 discounted and upcoming games centred around two themes: nature and eco-dystopian.

Hanako's Flower Shop is launching on PC (via Steam) on April 25 for US$14.99. More updates will be shared leading up to launch on the FantaJI's X account @FantaJIGames.

Hanako, a young woman at a crossroads in her life, takes on the challenge of running her grandpa’s beloved flower shop. Hanako’s Flower Shop is a heartwarming coming-of-age visual novel with resource management elements, where every flower tells a story and every bouquet has the power to heal.

Guided by her deep admiration for her grandpa, a renowned florist known for his unparalleled skill and compassion, Hanako is determined to uphold his legacy. But as she navigates the pressures of living up to her grandpa’s reputation and the fear of falling short of his greatness, she begins to wonder: can she ever truly fill his shoes?

At the shop, Hanako meets a diverse cast of customers, each with unique stories, dreams, and their own personal struggles. Every encounter challenges Hanako to truly listen, empathize, and create bouquets that speak the unspoken. Every flower represents emotions and possibilities, and with every customer’s situation, Hanako uses the language of flowers to connect with her customers and bring comfort to their lives.

But Hanako’s journey isn’t just about flowers. It’s about growth—hers and others’. Her story is shaped by the choices you make, the relationships you build, and the lessons you learn. Can Hanako find her own voice amid the overwhelming expectations? And will she discover that the beauty of a bouquet lies not in perfection but in the feelings it carries?

Master a unique bouquet-building mechanic that lets you craft arrangements based on the symbolic meanings of flowers. Every choice you make—whether it’s a red rose for love, a white lily for modesty, or an amaryllis for regret—affects the story and your customers’ lives.

Shape Hanako’s journey through your decisions. Build relationships, uncover secrets, and decide how she grows into her role as both florist and individual.

Meet a variety of townsfolk, each with their own quirks, challenges, and stories to share. From the eccentric artist to the shy teenager, every customer brings something new to the shop—and to Hanako’s life.

Immerse yourself in a world of lush, hand-drawn art and charming animations that bring Hanako’s story and the beauty of flowers to life.

Experience a heartfelt tale of self-discovery as Hanako grapples with her fears, aspirations, and the weight of her grandpa’s legacy.

About FantaJI Games

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