Flowers Events in Japan

Rurikō-in Temple Autumn Opening

Escape the madding crowds. Experience the serene beauty of Rurikō-in Temple during its autumn special viewing period.

Maple Leaves Forest at Kobe Municipal Arboretum

Discover Kobe’s Forest Botanical Garden this autumn for stunning foliage displays, guided Maple Walk tours, and the captivating “Lighting Up the Maple” illumination event.

Kōrankei Momiji Festival

Catch the colors of the autumn leaves at this traditional Maple tree festival.

Toyono Village Cosmos Festival

Sakura this, sakura that. Autumn brings cosmos flowers to Osaka.

Mt. Fuji Rainbow Flower Festival

Enjoy the vibrant colors of summer at the Rainbow Flower Festival, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Fuji. Enjoy over 15 varieties of flowers in full bloom from August to October.

Kawaguchiko Lavender Herb Festival

This Mount Fuji town will celebrate more than 100,000 lavender shrubs. What happens? This is the time of year when the town of Fujikawaguchiko gets a brush of purple over its landscape. Taking …

Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival

With 13,000 hydrangeas in 205 varieties and a selection of hydrangea-themed snacks, pay a visit to the Mishima Skywalk Hydrangea Festival to brighten up the rainy days.

Kyoto’s Yanagidani Kannon Hydrangea Week

Each June, Yanagidani Kannon in Kyoto draws visitors with 5,000 blooming hydrangeas.

Nagano Lily of the Valley Festival

Breathe in the cool mountain air and the sweet scent of 1.2 million lilies of the valley.

Lake Hamana Flower Festival 2025

This is a lovely day out for flower enthusiasts.

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

See the colorful and vibrant flower fields at the base of Mt. Fuji

Ashikaga Great Wisteria Festival

See the natural beauty of fields of wisterias at this mesmerizing display.

teamLab Nemophila Illumination

An outdoor night museum, with nemophila in the spotlight. This seasonal installation by international art collective teamLab is worth checking out.

Osaka Castle Spring Festival

Make the most of sakura season at the Osaka Castle Spring Festival.

Matsumae Cherry Blossom Festival

Celebrate sakura at Hokkaidō's top cherry blossom viewing spot.

Kōdai-ji Temple Spring Illuminations

Kyoto's Kōdai-ji Temple features one of the city's most stunning springtime illuminations, complete with projection mapping and Zen vibes.

Ninnaji Flower Festival

See the cherry blossom festivals at Ninnaji Flower Festival.

Hiokayama Cherry Blossom Illuminations

Over 300 lanterns softly light a tunnel of blooming cherry trees at Hiokayama Park.

Osaka Nemophila Festival

Two blues meet when a million nemophila flowers bloom in front of Osaka Bay.