Takahata Fudoson Hydrangea Festival
An early summer tradition held annually from June 1 to 30 at Takahata Fudo Kongoji Temple in Hino City, Tokyo. Over 250 varieties and 7,800 hydrangea plants bloom across the vast grounds of approximately 100,000 square meters, encompassing the temple precincts and adjacent forested hillside. The sight of hydrangeas cascading down mountain slopes is breathtaking, with abundant photo spots featuring the five-story pagoda, Jizo statues nestled among hydrangeas, and other scenes of Japanese elegance. Walk the 88-temple pilgrimage course to enjoy the contrast of lush greenery with purple, blue, and pink hydrangeas.
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Over 250 varieties and 7,800 hydrangeas bloom across 100,000 square meters of stunning landscape. Walking the 88-temple pilgrimage course while viewing hydrangeas is recommended. Abundant photo spots with the five-story pagoda and Japanese aesthetics. The mountain hydrangea garden features rare varieties gathered from across Japan. Events include a hydrangea market, plant sales, photo contest, and quiz trail.
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Takahata Fudo Kongoji is a Shingon Buddhist temple said to have been founded in the Nara period and is one of the Three Great Fudo Temples of the Kanto region. The hydrangea festival began in the late 1980s and celebrates approximately its 40th edition in 2026. Some 250 varieties of hydrangeas gathered from across Japan are planted on the grounds, establishing it as one of the leading hydrangea spots near Tokyo.
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The hydrangea festival at Takahata Fudo Kongoji is held every June. The official website refers to the 2026 edition as the '40th,' suggesting it began in the late 1980s. Approximately 250 hydrangea varieties from across Japan are planted on the grounds, establishing it as a leading hydrangea destination near Tokyo. Events during the festival include hydrangea markets, plant sales, and an 88-temple quiz trail.
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5 minutes on foot from Takahatafudo Station on the Keio Line/Tama Monorail. No dedicated temple parking. Paid public parking is available near Takahatafudo, Tama Dobutsukoen, and Manganji stations. Admission is free.
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Weekends are crowded, so weekday mornings are recommended. Early morning visits are reportedly less crowded. Mountain hydrangeas peak from late May to mid-June, while common hydrangeas peak from mid-June to early July, allowing visits at different times for different varieties.
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The 88-temple pilgrimage course includes mountain trails, so sturdy walking shoes are essential. Bring rain gear as it is the rainy season. Visitors report that many hydrangeas are still in bloom even at the end of June. In 2026, a new 'Takahata Sando Hydrangea Festival' is also planned on the approach road (first Saturday of June).
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Visitor Report
The Hydrangea Festival at Takahata Fudoson features over 250 varieties and 7,800 diverse hydrangeas blooming across the vast temple grounds. Walking the 88-temple pilgrimage course is popular, with visitors praising the breathtaking contrast of lush greenery with purple, blue, and pink hydrangeas. Photos with the five-story pagoda backdrop and Jizo statues among the hydrangeas are highlights.
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