Tokyo & Vicinity LOCAL EVENTS

Iris and Hydrangea Festival at Odawara Castle (near Hakone)
May 30- Jun. 14 2026

Japanese Iris (Shobu) and hydrangea (Ajisai) in the castle garden will be in bloom during the festival period. Admission is free to enter the garden.

Odawara, the gateway of Hakone Onsen Resort area, is a castle town with a glorious history dating back to the Samurai era. The Lord Hojo Souun is known as a pioneer who introduced a Ninja group in his strategic activities.

Odawara Castle Iris and Hydrangea Festival
小田原城あじさい花菖蒲まつり

May 30th(Sat) - June 14th(Sun) 2026
Location: Odawara, Kanagawa Prefecture

Information by Odawara City
https://www.city.odawara.kanagawa.jp/kanko/event/JUN/p38098.html

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