Hina Matsuri
SeasonalKanto(Tokyo)
Annual eventDates
Venue
Awashima Shrine
Admission
Free
Crowd Level
Low crowd
Photos
Girls' Day festival with ornate doll displays celebrating daughters' health.
Hina Matsuri, also known as Girls' Day or Dolls' Festival, is celebrated on March 3rd to pray for the health and happiness of young girls. Families display elaborate tiered platforms of ornamental hina dolls dressed in Heian-era court attire. Awashima Shrine in Wakayama holds one of Japan's most spectacular Hina Matsuri events, where thousands of dolls are set afloat on boats in the sea as an offering.
At a Glance
- Type
- Seasonal
- Dates
- 2026-03-03 – 2026-03-03
- Venue
- Awashima Shrine
- Status
- Ended
- Crowd Level
- Low crowd
- Admission
- Free
- Annual event
- Annual
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I confirm the official status of Hina Matsuri?
Use the official source for the latest schedule, route changes, and cancellation updates: https://www.wakayama-kanko.or.jp/.
What is the current status of Hina Matsuri?
The current listing status is ended. Last checked: 2026-03-10.
How crowded is Hina Matsuri?
The typical crowd level is low.
What are the highlights of Hina Matsuri?
Hina Nagashi ceremony where dolls are set afloat on the sea; Thousands of dolls displayed throughout the shrine grounds; Traditional hina dolls in elaborate Heian-period costumes
Highlights
Hina Nagashi ceremony where dolls are set afloat on the sea; Thousands of dolls displayed throughout the shrine grounds; Traditional hina dolls in elaborate Heian-period costumes
Access
Take the JR Nankai Line to Kada Station, then walk 20 minutes. Alternatively, take a bus from Wakayamashi Station to Awashima Shrine-mae.
Tips for Visitors
The Hina Nagashi ceremony starts around noon — arrive by 10 AM for the best viewing. The shrine is also famous for its vast collection of dolls year-round. Try hishimochi (diamond-shaped rice cakes) and chirashi-zushi, traditional Hina Matsuri foods.
Location
📍 Awashima Shrine
