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Mito Hydrangea Festival (Mito no Ajisai Matsuri)
水戸のあじさいまつり（水戸）
One of the best hydrangea (ajisai) viewing spots near Tokyo
Last updated by Angus M
on September 2, 2024
The organizers have confirmed that this event is GOING ahead.
DATE
2024
: 8th June (Sat) to 30th June (Sun)
Days
Hours
Min
Sec
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-06-12
TIME & SCHEDULE
The area is open to public at all times.
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-06-12
COST
Free
*Information last checked on 2024-06-12
How to enjoy the Mito Hydrangea Festival
Picturesque scenery
(Insta worthy!)
Fun for a group of friends
Fun for solo travelers
Experience Traditional Japan
Great girls day out
Fun for couples
Fun for the family
Enjoy 1-2 hours
💐The Blessings of Rain in Blue, Pink, and Purple!
Walk among Charming Hydrangeas!💐
Come visit the lovely 💐Mito Hydrangea Festival💐 for amazing views of Ajisai (Hydrangea) flowers!
Indeed, the rainy season☔ can get quite gloomy, but there’s still plenty of reason to smile😊 and enjoy the day! Hydrangeas are a symbol of Japan’s rainy season☔ and are cherished for their huge variety of colors and shapes✨.
Every year around June, the Howaen Garden becomes exceptionally colorful and pretty with its 6000 hydrangeas💐! After taking your time spotting the different gradations of blue💙, pink💕, and purple💜, stroll through the surrounding 🎀Mito Romance District🎀, where cultural events like tea parties🍵 and haiku readings are held. Without a doubt, people in Japan really know how to enjoy every distinct season😊!
What to do nearby Mito Hydrangea Festival?
Local recommendations
- Attractions
- The Tokugawa Museum
・Oarai
- Aquaworld Oarai Aquarium
・Hitachinaka
- Hitachi Seaside Park
- Food / Drink
・Hitachinaka
- Nakaminato Fish Market
Places to EAT in Mito City
Places to STAY in Mito City
Hotels (Western Style)
Mito is the capital of Ibaraki prefecture so there are many western style business hotels.
Access (How to get to the Mito Hydrangea Festival)
How to get there
Public Transport
100 min from Tokyo by train
Car
90min drive from Tokyo by car
Location & Address
Address
Howaen Garden (保和苑),
13-19 Matsumoto-cho, Mito City, Ibaraki Prefecture, 310-0052
〒310-0052 茨城県水戸市松本町13-19
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Via Mito Station (JR Joban Line)
Take the JR Joban Line to Mito Station and exit from the North gate. From Bus Stop 7, take the bus bound for Sakaecho. After approximately 15 minutes, get off at Howaen-iriguchi. Walk for 3 minutes from the bus stop.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
By Car
Via Mito IC on Kita-Kanto Expressway
From the Mito IC on the Joban Expressway, take Route 50 and follow signs for Central Mito. At the Daikumachi intersection, turn left towards Ibaraki University and continue for approximately 5 minutes.
(There are parking spaces near the park, but be prepared to walk 5-8 min as the closer car spaces will fill up quickly)
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 Mito Tourism and Convention Association directly.
Tel: +81 (0)29-224-1111
Websites
Official Hydrangea Festival Website (External Link – Japanese)
Hydrangea Festival Website (External Link – Japanese)
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