Kazo City Kisai Hydrangea Festival

The approximately 10,000 hydrangeas blooming along the 1,500-meter 'Fuji to Ajisai no Michi' promenade are breathtaking. The great wisteria tree over 450 years old (designated as a Saitama Prefecture Natural Monument) in Tamashiki Park is also a must-see. Experiential events like rickshaw rides and stamp rallies add to the enjoyment.

Tamashiki Park is a historically significant park adjacent to the Kisai Castle ruins. The great wisteria over 450 years old is designated as a Saitama Prefecture Natural Monument. Known as a wisteria destination, the park began attracting many visitors during hydrangea season as well, and the festival became established.

An annual hydrangea festival held in mid-June in the Kisai area of Kazo City, Saitama Prefecture. Using the approximately 1,500-meter 'Fuji to Ajisai no Michi' promenade connecting Tamashiki Park, Kisai General Park, and Kisai Cultural and Learning Center as its venue, the festival is timed to the peak bloom of approximately 10,000 hydrangeas. It has become established as an early summer tradition in the region, offering flower viewing along with various events.

From Kazo Station on the Tobu Isesaki Line or Konosu Station on the JR Takasaki Line, take the Asahi Bus to 'Kisai Icchome' bus stop and walk 7 minutes to Tamashiki Park. For Kisai Cultural and Learning Center (Castle Kisai), get off at 'Kisaijo' bus stop.

Weekends during the peak bloom period from mid to late June are especially busy. Weekday mornings offer the most leisurely strolling experience.

Wear comfortable walking shoes as the promenade is about 1.5 km long. Hydrangeas are especially beautiful after rain, making even light rainy days a good time to visit.