Two hydrangea mountains in Akiruno City, Tokyo, are the venues. One is “Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain,” where more than 15,000 plants of more than 50 varieties, cared for over half a century, are in full bloom in a secluded area, and the other is “Wonderful Nature Village Hydrangea Mountain,” where pure white Annabelle hydrangeas grow in colonies adjacent to Tokyo Summer Land, offering different early summer scenery.
The Akigawa Valley Hydrangea Festival Executive Committee will hold the “Akigawa Valley Hydrangea Festival 2026” from June 6 to July 5.
Wandaful Nature Village Hydrangea Mountain
Location: 600 Kamishirotsugu, Akiruno City, Tokyo (adjacent to Tokyo Summerland)
Admission: Adults 850 yen, free for elementary school students and younger
Wandaful Nature Village paid parking available
During the Ajisai Festival, an Instagram photo contest will be held to win prizes such as a one-day pass to Tokyo Summerland and a bathing ticket for Seoto no Yu in Akigawa Canyon, and hydrangea-inspired soft ice cream, shaved ice, and original goods will be sold at each venue.
Also available are a special set plan that includes viewing of the Minamisawa Hydrangea Mountain and BBQ at the “Nature Village Campsite” in the forest (6,500 yen per person), and a set plan that includes admission to the Wonderful Nature Village, where you can enjoy viewing hydrangeas with your dog, and BBQ at the adjacent area (3,400 yen per person). The company also sells a set plan that includes admission to the Wandaful Nature Village and BBQ at the adjacent area (3,400 yen per person).
On June 20 and 21, a guided tour of the two hydrangea mountains will be offered by local staff. In addition to flower-related explanations, participants will be able to try their hand at making hydrangea flower temari, enjoy a satoyama lunch made with local ingredients, and take a hot spring bath. The tour is limited to 20 people per day.
Please check the official website for details.
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