If you're looking for a reason to embrace Japan’s rainy season, the Hydrangea Festival at Sanuki Manno National Government Park in Kagawa might just be it. From early June through early July, visitors can stroll through Shikoku’s largest hydrangea display, with an impressive 20,000 blooms from 40 varieties transforming the park into a sea of color.
From delicate lacecaps to bold double-flowered varieties, each bloom brings its own personality to the park’s tiered Hydrangea Garden. Designed with accessibility in mind, the garden features paved paths and slopes suitable for strollers and wheelchairs.
In addition to the floral displays, the month-long event features weekend-only outdoor tea ceremonies, creative workshops like painting your own umbrella, and a fun hydrangea photo contest. There are also discounted one-day bike rental passes and a weekend shuttle bus that loops between major attractions in the park.
If you do plan on attending, please note that the park is closed every Tuesday.
Getting there
Sanuki Manno Park is located approximately 15 minutes by taxi from JR Kotohira Station.
For those who opt to drive, the park is around 25 minutes from Zentsuji IC on the Takamatsu Expressway.
Kim Bergström @kim.b
Almost 12 years living in Asia. Passionate about Japan's off-the-beaten-path spots, family-friendly travel, flower events (all of them!) and the amazing tea culture here. 🍵🌼🌸
