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Mashiko Sunflower Festival
(Mashiko Himawari Matsuri)
益子のひまわり祭り（益子町）
A popular picturesque 'Sunflower Festival’ near Tokyo
Last updated by Kayo HIrai
on September 2, 2024
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DATE
2024
: 10th Aug (Sat) to Aug 18th (Sun)
Days
Hours
Min
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*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-07-09
TIME & SCHEDULE
10.00 am to 4.30 pm
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-07-09
COST
Free
*Information last checked on 2024-07-09
How to enjoy the Mashiko Sunflower Festival
Fun for couples
Girl's Day Out
Picturesque scenery
(Take amazing pics!)
Fun for the family
Countryside scenery
Enjoy 2-4 hours
🌻Escape to Nature🌻
The Magnificent Mashiko Sunflower Festival near Tokyo
As one of the most 🌟 magnificent Sunflower festivals near Tokyo, 🌻 The Mashiko Sunflower Festival is great if you want to escape the hustle and bustle of a city and enjoy an afternoon among nature.
You’ll be blown away by the sight of thousands of golden flowers reach as far as the green hills in the distance ❗
While you are there, make sure to check out the 🔭 observation deck to see the sunflowers from above. If you’re in the mood for a little adventure, take a walk through the maze-like paths between the fields and snap some awesome pictures up close. 📸
Mashiko has loads of other fun activities for you to enjoy. Keep reading to find out more!
What to do nearby Mashiko Sunflower Festival
- Culture
- Pottery Workshops (Pottery Experiences)
- Visit Tonoike Sake Brewery
- Visit the Pottery Museums
- Active
- Hire a bicycle and explore town
- Walk around the countryside
- Food / Drink
- Great cafes
- Nice local Japanese and Western restaurants nearby
- Sake tasting at Tonoike Sake Brewery
Tonoike Sake Brewery
Established more than 80 years ago, Tonoike Sake Brewery is a traditional Sake brewery popular with overseas visitors. Visitors can drop by or book a tasting tour.
(Open 365 days)
'Mashiko Town'
(learn more about this area)
Mashiko town is a popular countryside town for travelers seeking an authentic Japanese cultural experience. It is very famous for its pottery.
Places to EAT in Mashiko Town
Places to STAY in Mashiko Town
Ryokan (Japanese style)
Mashiko has a large Japanese Ryokan with an Onsen.
Hotel
Mashiko has a newly refurbished hotel (Yuwakan) that opened in 2020. Before it was moved to Mashiko, foreign diplomats used it 100 years ago as well as being used for the crown prince to escape WW2.
Guesthouses, Holiday rental (Airbnb)
Mashiko has several guesthouses which are very affordable. Many artists use them and stay in Mashiko for months to make pottery.
Access (How to get to the Mashiko Sunflower Festival)
How to get there
Public Transport
2h 15min from by train. (via Utsunomiya)
2h 45min from by train. (via Shimodate)
2h 30min by Highway bus. (from Akihabara)
Car
1h 45min drive from Tokyo by car.
Location & Address
Address
Kamiyama, Mashiko-machi, Haga-gun, Tochigi Pref. Japan 321-4226
〒321-4226 栃木県芳賀郡益子町上山
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Quickest: Via JR Utsunomiya Station (JR Utsunomiya Line)
Take the Tohoku Shinkansen or the JR Utsunomiya Line to JR Utsunomiya Station. Then, take the bus to Mashiko Station. From Mashiko Station, hire a bicycle (20min) or take a bus/taxi (10min).
Local: Via Shimodate Station to Mashiko Station (Moka Line)
Take the Tohoku Shinkansen or the JR Utsunomiya Line to JR Oyama Station. Then, take the JR Mito Line towards Mito and change trains at Shimodate for the Moka Line to Mashiko. From. From Mashiko Station hire a bicycle (20min) or take a bus/taxi (10min).
*There is a steam engine that runs once a day from Shimodate to Mashiko on weekends.
Highway Bus ‘Yakimono Liner’ from JR Akihabara Sta.
From JR Akihabara Station take the Yakimono Liner Bus (link to official bus site) ‘Highway bus ‘ (approx 2.5 hours). Get off at Mashiko Station. From Mashiko Sta. hire a bicycle (20min) or take a bus/taxi (10min).
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
By Car
via Moka IC on Kita-Kanto Expressway
20 min drive from Moka IC on the Kitakanto Expressway (Kitakanto Jidoshado).
Free parking nearby
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
Contact Details (Event Organizer)
For information about this event, please contact the Mashiko Town Tourist Office directly.
Tel: +81 (0)285-70-1120
Websites
Japanese Event Website (External Link)
Online Mashiko Guide (Our English Experience Guide)
Online Mashiko Town Guide (Our English Town Guide)
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