Mashiko Town
Mashiko town is a popular destination for travelers looking for an authenic Japanese coutryside experience. Famous for Mashiko pottery.
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
The organizers have confirmed that this event is GOING ahead.
We're sure this is happening, but 2023 dates and times are not confirmed.
DATE
2023 : 8th -20th August
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TIME & SCHEDULE
10.00 am to 4.30 pm
*Dates and times have not been confirmed by the organizer.
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
COST
Free
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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)
How to get to the Mashiko Sunflower Festival
From Tokyo
- 2h 15min from by train. (via Utsunomiya)
- 2h 45min from by train. (via Shimodate)
- 2h 30min by Highway bus. (from Akihabara)
- 1h 45min drive from Tokyo by car.
Address
Kamiyama, Mashiko-machi, Haga-gun, Tochigi Pref. Japan 321-4226
〒321-4226 栃木県芳賀郡益子町上山
By Train
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.
Use the Japan Transit Planner to find trains.
By Highway Bus
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).
By Car
20 min drive from Moka IC on the Kitakanto Expressway (Kitakanto Jidoshado).
Free parking nearby
Contact Details (Event Organizer)
For information about this event please contact the Tourist Office directly.
Tel: +81 0285-70-1120
Email: Contact Form (External Link)
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