Things to do in Kuki – Nearby Tokyo Interview
Nearby Tokyo talks to Kuki city’s local tourist office about things to do in the area, including their famous lantern festival as well as their Iris, lavender and cosmos flowers.
Suigo Itako Iris Festival
(Suigo Itako Ayame Matsuri)
水郷潮来あやめまつり（潮来）
An early summer flower festival near Tokyo
Last updated by Angus M
on September 2, 2024
The organizers have confirmed that this event is GOING ahead.
DATE
2024
: 17th May (Fri) to 16th June (Sun)
*Annual bloom peak is around June 10th
*Annual bloom peak is around June 10th
Days
Hours
Min
Sec
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-04-24
TIME & SCHEDULE
Light-up:
Everyday 18:30-20:00
Traditional Music:
Sunday (13:00-13:40)
30-minute Boat Cruises:
Operates between Tuesday and Sunday (operates on Monday if Monday is a national holiday, but in that case, it doesn’t operate on that Tuesday). 1,300 yen pp (Elementary school students 700 yen).
The Bride Boat Show:
Wednesdays (11:00), Saturdays (11:00, 14:00. 19:30), Sundays (11:00, 14:00)
*All dates & activities are subject to change due to weather and/or unforeseen circumstances.
*Information last checked on 2024-04-24
COST
Free
*The 30-min boat cruise is 1,300 yen
*Information last checked on 2024-04-24
How to enjoy the Suigo Itako Iris Festival
Picturesque scenery
(Insta worthy!)
Countryside scenery
Fun for a group of friends
Experience Traditional Japan
Enjoy street food
Enjoy 2-4 hours
Girl's Day Out
💐🎀The Happiest 'Happily Ever After' Story Scene🎀💐
Dainty iris flowers 💐 covering the fields. Boats gently rocking on the stream. Brides in beautiful white kimonos 💕. Is there a more joyous sight you could imagine? 😍 Come visit the 💐 Suigo Itako Iris Festival💐 and take a step inside this lovely Japanese fantasy land✨!
800,000 visitors gather every year for this festival🎉 to marvel at the 1 million irises blooming💐. The highlight is the traditional ceremony of the romantic boat ride💕 You can witness the new bride on her way to see the groom. 😍
There will be tons of fun events and performances during the festival 😍 Try the boat rides and costume rentals! The evening illuminations ✨ are a must-see as well!
What to do nearby Suigo Itako Iris Festival
- Culture
- Visit Aiyu Sake Brewery
- Active
- Walking around town
- Take a Boat tour
- Food / Drink
- Street Food
- Japanese and Western restaurants nearby
Places to EAT in Itako City
Places to STAY in Itako City
Hotels (Western Style)
Itako has a few western style business hotels near the station.
Ryokan (Japanese Style)
There are a few Ryokan style inns in Itako some offereing river views.
Airbnb / Camping
There are not many Holiday homes or camping sites in Itako. However, there are a few in nearby cities such as Kashima.
Access
(How to get to the Suigo Itako Iris Festival)
How to get there
Public Transport
3 hrs from Tokyo by train.
Car
1 hr 20min drive from Tokyo by car.
Location & Address
Address
1-5 Ayame, Itako, Ibaraki Prefecture 311-2425
〒311-2425 茨城県潮来市あやめ1-5
Access from Tokyo
By Public Transport
Via JR Itako Station
Take the JR Kashima Line bound for Kashima Jingu and get off at JR Itako Station. The venue is a 3-minute walk from the station.
We recommend using a travel app like Google Maps or Japan Transit Planner to find train times.
By Car
Via Itako IC on Joban Expressway
Approximately 10 minutes drive by car from the Itako IC on the Joban Expressway.
*We highly recommend using public transport due to heavy traffic and limited parking space during the festival.
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 Itako City Industry and Tourism Association directly.
Tel: +81 (0)299-63-1111 (during the festival, please call +81 (0)299-63-1187)
Websites
Itako City Website (External Link – English)
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