The Hakusan Shrine Ajisai Matsuri in Tokyo is a vibrant celebration of hydrangeas, marking the arrival of early summer with a stunning display of blooms. Held at the tranquil Hakusan Shrine, this festival is a feast for the eyes and a beloved annual tradition, showcasing the beauty of nature intertwined with Japanese culture.
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Hakusan Shrine Ajisai Matsuri( Hakusan Shrine Hydrangea Festival) is one of the most famous festivals in Bunkyo City, Tokyo. It is even familiar as Bunkyo Ajisai matsuri.
The festival takes place in mid-June every year at Hakusan Shrine.
The shrine is only two minutes from the Hakusan Station and five minutes walk on foot from Metro Namboku Line Honkomagome Station.
Features:
Plants: 3,000
Season: Mid-June
Admission: Free
Opening hours:
9:00-20:00
Main Venue:
The main venue of the Hakusan Shrine Ajisai Matsuri or Bunkyo Ajisai matsuri is Hakusan Shrine and its surroundings.
Hakusan Shrine is a small Shinto shrine. However, it is very famous for its historical importance.
Besides, it is one of Tokyo’s Jissha Shrine, which means the shrine is one of Tokyo’s 10 most famous shrines.
During the Edo Period, it was selected as one of the 10 protected shrines of Tokyo because of its strategic location.
On the other hand, pilgrims visit it during their Tokyo pilgrimage journey.
More than that, the shrine is famous for Hakusan Shrine Ajisai Matsuri.
Bunkyo City hosts five significant festivals every year, and one of these is the Ajisai Festival.
But it is not famous as the Nezu Azalea Festival. However, the visitors to the festival are not less than other festivals.
More than 3,000 hydrangea flowers bloom around the shrine’s precincts in mid-June.
The shrine spends a busy time. Hundreds of Hydrangeas lovers visit the shrine every day.
The shrine is decorated with colorful hanging lights.
Besides, a particular stage is set up in front of the main shrine. Different kinds of cultural shows are performed.
Many nice stalls are also set up around the stage where visitors can buy soft drinks and snacks.
Fujizuka:
Fujizuka is one of the most important sacred elements in the Shinto shrine. It represents Mt. Fuji.
There is Fujizuka at Hakusan Shrine. It becomes more beautiful with different kinds of beautiful Hydrangea flowers in June.
Fujizuka usually remains close to other seasons. However, it is open during the Hydrangea Festival.
Therefore, visitors can climb up the sacred Fujizuka.
Besides, the top of the hill is the best place to photograph the shrine and its surroundings.
In a word, the top of the hill is a long-waited chance for photographers.
Best Time:
The best time to visit is mid-June, especially on the weekend during the Hakusan Shrine Ajisai Matsuri.
Access:
Nearest Station: Hakusan Station
2 minutes walk(Toei Mita Line: Exit A3)
6 minutes from Honkomagome station(Namboku line)
Address:
5 Chome-31-26 Hakusan, Bunkyo City, Tokyo 112-0001
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