Shimoda Hydrangea Festival (June)
Throughout June, about 150,000 hydrangea plants and 3 million blooms cover Shimoda Park.
- Dates
- 1–30 June (peak usually mid-June)
- Venue
- Shimoda Park
Every June, Shimoda Park hosts the Shimoda Hydrangea Festival (Ajisai Matsuri). Organisers give figures of about 150,000 plants and 3 million blooms, spread over the hillside above the harbour.
When
The festival runs from 1 to 30 June. Flowering depends on the weather, and the peak usually falls in mid-June. Sunny weekends are crowded; rainy days are quieter, and hydrangeas look their best wet.
What to expect
- Paths through the hydrangeas with views over Shimoda port.
- Stalls and weekend events near the park entrance.
- Admission to the park is free.
More about the park: Shimoda Park.
