Things to do in Kuki – Nearby Tokyo Interview
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Tsukiakari Hana Kairou
Moonlight Flower Gallery
(Traditional Japanese Umbrella Illumination Event)
月かり花回廊 （鬼怒川温泉）
An enchanting oriental illumination inside a forest!
Last updated by Kayo HIrai
on October 28, 2024
The organizers have confirmed that this event is GOING ahead.
DATE
2024
: 20th (Fri) to 29th (Sun) September
Days
Hours
Min
Sec
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-09-20
TIME & SCHEDULE
Illuminations, Fireworks, Concerts, and more!
Fireworks : 21st (Sat), 22th (Sun) and 28th (Sat) September
*We will add the schedule and dates once we have more information about this year's event.
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-09-20
COST
Free
*Information last checked on 2024-09-20
How to enjoy the Tsukiakari Hanakairou
Picturesque scenery
(Insta worthy!)
Fun for a group of friends
Romantic Evening
Girl's Day Out
Fun for the family
Solo Traveler
Traditional Japan
Enjoy 1-3 hours
🎇✨ Step into a world of enchantment at the Tsukiakari Hana Kairou 🎑🎊
✨🌝 Discover the enchanting Tsukiakari Hanakairo (Traditional Japanese Umbrella Illumination Event) , translated as Moonlight Flower Gallery 🎑 in Kinugawa Onsen, a captivating illumination event created by the local businesses. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of carefully arranged plants, flowers 💐 and Japanese umbrellas, illuminated under the moonlight, preserving the essence of the surrounding nature. Come and visit a night time illumination experience that is truly Japanese. 😌✨
What to do in Kinugawa Onsen
- Relax
- Relax in Kinugawa Onsen (hotspring)
- Nature
- Hike along Ryuokyo Gorge
- Japanese River Rafting
- Attractions
- Fun amusement parks and attractions for groups and children
Edo Wonderland
Come time travel to Samurai roaming Edo-period Japan!
You can transform into a ninja, samurai, or townsperson for an immersive experience, or enjoy the day as a time traveler visiting Edo.
'Kinugawa Onsen Kawaji Onsen Area'
(learn more about this area)
Kinugawa Onsen and Kawaji Onsen are popular onsen (hot spring) areas 2hours from Tokyo. Why not relax in a hot spring at one of the many Ryokans with hot springs?
Places to EAT in Kinugawa Onsen
Places to STAY in Kinugawa Onsen
Onsen Ryokans (Japanese style inns)
This area is a very popular hot spring destination with many traditional Ryokans that offer rooms for solo travelers and bookings for large groups. Some establishments can also cater to complex food requirements.
Hotels (Western style)
Although there are more Ryokan-style accommodations in this area, there are also a few 3 to 4-star Western-style Hotels.
Holiday Rental (Airbnb)
Holiday rentals are also available in the area.
Kinugawa Park Hotels
Just minutes from Kinugawa Onsen Station. With scenic river views, delicious food and amazing hot spring baths, our hotel is great for family vacations and getaways.
Access (How to get to Tsukiakari Hanakairou)
How to get there
Public Transport
2hrs 30mins from Tokyo by train.
Car
2hrs 45mins drive from Tokyo by car.
Location & Address
Address
Kinugawa Park
鬼怒川公園
7 Fujihara, Nikko, Tochigi 321-2521, Japan
321-2521 栃木県日光市藤原 7
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Via Limited Express trains from Tobu-Asakusa Station (2hrs 30min)
From Asakusa or Shinjuku, take the Limited Express Revaty ‘Kegon’, ‘Aizu’ ‘Kinu’ or Spacia’ or towards Kinugawa Onsen or Tobu-Nikko. If the train is going towards Tobu-Nikko change at Shimo-imaichi Station in Nikko, and transfer to Tobu-Kinugawa Line bound for Shin-Fujiwara. Alight at Kinugawa Onsen Station and walk 4 minutes to Kinugawa Park.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
Take the Silk Express from JR Utsunomiya Station
Staying the night in Kinugawa Onsen? Why not take the Silk Express for a hassle-free journey from JR Utsunomiya station to your hotel in Kinugawa Onsen? Buses run daily (once a day), so please check the English page.
By Car
Via Dosawa IC on Nikko-Utsunomiya Doro (2hrs 45min)
It takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes (166.3 km) via the Tohoku Expressway and the Utsunomiya-Nikko Doro. It is about a 30-minute drive from Dosawa IC on the Nikko-Utsunomiya Doro (Toll road).
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 Nikko City Tourism Association Kinugawa-Kawaji Branch directly.
Tel: +81 (0)288-22-1525
Websites
Moonlight Flower Gallery / Tsukiakari Hana Kairou (External Link – Japnese)
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