Chichibu Shibazakura Festival
Nature FestivalKanto(Saitama)
Annual eventDates
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Venue
Hitsujiyama Park
Admission
¥300
Crowd Level
Crowded
Photos
Pink moss phlox carpet at Hitsujiyama Park in Chichibu.
Hitsujiyama Park in Chichibu features the Shibazakura Hill, where approximately 400,000 moss phlox plants create a colorful patchwork carpet of pink, white, and purple against the backdrop of the Chichibu mountains. The festival is a popular day trip destination from Tokyo.
At a Glance
- Type
- Nature Festival
- Dates
- 2026-04-10 – 2026-05-06
- Venue
- Hitsujiyama Park
- Status
- Ended
- Crowd Level
- Crowded
- Admission
- ¥300
- Annual event
- Annual
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I confirm the official status of Chichibu Shibazakura Festival?
Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://navi.city.chichibu.lg.jp/p_flower/1808/.
What is the current status of Chichibu Shibazakura Festival?
The current listing status is ended. Last checked: 2026-03-10.
How crowded is Chichibu Shibazakura Festival?
The typical crowd level is high.
What are the highlights of Chichibu Shibazakura Festival?
400,000 moss phlox plants in nine varieties; Patchwork patterns against Chichibu mountain backdrop; Local food stalls with Chichibu specialties
Highlights
400,000 moss phlox plants in nine varieties; Patchwork patterns against Chichibu mountain backdrop; Local food stalls with Chichibu specialties
Access
Seibu Railway Yokoze Station, 20-minute walk. Or Chichibu Railway Ohanabatake Station, 20-minute walk.
Tips for Visitors
Peak bloom is mid-April to early May. Visit on weekdays as parking and roads become very congested on weekends. Combine with a visit to Chichibu Shrine.
Location
📍 Hitsujiyama Park
