The Great Wisteria Festival 2026 at Ashikaga

• April 12, 2026 at 12:36 am
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• May 18, 2026 at 12:36 am
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Dates: April 12 (Sunday) – May 18 (Monday), 2026, Location: Ashikaga Flower Park, Tochigi Prefecture

Every spring, Ashikaga Flower Park becomes a floral wonderland during the Great Wisteria Festival, one of Japan’s most breathtaking seasonal celebrations. Stretching over multiple hectares, the park bursts into color with more than 350 wisteria trees blooming in mesmerizing waves of purple, pink, white, and yellow. The star of the show is a 160-year-old wisteria tree whose vast canopy spans over 1,000 square meters — a sight both magical and unforgettable.

Festival Highlights

The Great Wisteria

A majestic wisteria tree over 160 years old, spreading across a trellis area equal to 600 tatami mats. This single tree forms a breathtaking floral ceiling that bathes visitors in soft lavender hues.

Wisteria Tunnels

Enjoy walking beneath dreamy blossom tunnels, including an 80-meter-long white wisteria tunnel and the radiant Laburnum tunnel, surrounded by golden blooms. These floral passages are among the most popular photo spots in the park.

Color Waves

Wisteria varieties bloom in sequence — beginning with soft pink, then lavender purple, followed by snow-white, and finally golden-yellow. This natural rhythm ensures a continuously evolving floral display over the course of the festival.

Evening Light-Up (April 19 – May 18)

As night falls, the wisteria are illuminated, creating a dreamlike glow across the garden. Reflections dance on the water, and the park takes on a romantic, ethereal atmosphere perfect for twilight strolls and photography.

Opening Hours

• April 12 (Sun) – April 18 (Sat): 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• April 19 (Sun) – May 18 (Mon): 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
• Rose Light-Up Extension: May 19 (Tue) – May 25 (Mon): 9:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Admission Fees

• Adults: ¥1,200 – ¥2,300
• Children: ¥600 – ¥1,200 Admission fees may vary depending on the blooming status. Evening tickets are available from 17:30.

Getting There

Ashikaga Flower Park is easily accessible by train or car:

By Train

• Direct access from Ashikaga Flower Park Station on the JR Ryomo Line
• Approximately 90 minutes from central Tokyo via JR and Tobu lines

By Car

• About 10 minutes from the Ashikaga IC on the Kita-Kanto Expressway
• Parking available on-site

Experience the Magic of Spring

Whether you’re a nature lover, a photographer, or simply in search of seasonal beauty, the Great Wisteria Festival offers a peaceful and awe-inspiring escape. With continuously blooming varieties and a carefully curated garden layout, each visit brings something new to admire. For the full sensory experience, visit during both daylight and evening light-up hours — it’s truly two different worlds in one magical place.

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