The 25th Hakkeijima Hydrangea Festival, Hakkeijima, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan
Visitors can enjoy a variety of hydrangea viewing at eight viewing spots on Hakkeijima Island in early summer, where the sea and flowers are interwoven and 20,000 hydrangeas, the largest number in the prefecture, are decorating the island. Visitors can fully enjoy Hakkeijima and its hydrangeas, including the Seaside Garden with the sea in the background and Blue Paradise, where you can see the collaboration of roses and hydrangeas.
| Holding period | Saturday, June 7 – Sunday, June 29, 2025 |
| Business Hours | Weekdays: 8:30am – 9:30pm Holidays: 8:30am – 10:30pm *Aquarium and attraction hours vary. |
| admission fee | Free entrance to the island *Aquarium and attractions have additional fees. |
| Location | Various locations on Hakkeijima Hakkeijima, Kanazawa-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan |
| Access | Train] Short walk from Hakkeijima Station on the Yokohama Seaside Line [Car] Many parking lots on the island |
25th Hakkeijima Hydrangea Festival Overview
Surrounded by the sea, Hakkeijima Sea Paradise is filled with as many as 20,000 hydrangeas, mainly Hydrangea macrophylla and Hydrangea macrophylla, blooming simultaneously throughout the park in June. The gradation of pale blues, pinks, and purples swaying in the sea breeze creates a cool, refreshing feeling in early summer against the blue sea and sky. Walking along the walking path, you can enjoy the pleasant scent of flowers mixed with the sea breeze, creating an extraordinary resort atmosphere.
During the period, a “Hakkei-jima Stamp Rally” will be held, in which visitors can visit 8 viewing spots. Original Hakkei-jima stamps will be placed at each spot from the starting point to the goal, and visitors who collect five stamps will receive discount coupons for SeaPara restaurants and stores, discount tickets for the Paradise Cruise, and other prizes. At each viewing spot, visitors will be able to admire the beauty of Hakkeijima, where hydrangeas bloom alongside the sea, roses, and other spectacular landscapes of Hakkeijima.
At the cruise ship terminal, there will be a pressed flower exhibition (free of charge, held 6/7-29) and a Hakkeijima Hydrangea Tea Party (first 150 visitors, 300 yen per event, held 6/14,15), where visitors can enjoy green tea and Japanese sweets while viewing the hydrangeas at a tea ceremony table. In front of the giant three-dimensional maze¡¡Dekkai Plaza, there will also be a variety of stage events, including a sale of handmade goods, a performance by the Yokohama City Firefighting Band (6/28), and an Okinawan traditional performing arts eisa performance (6/29).
In addition, a “How to Grow Hydrangeas” class (free of charge, held on June 17 and 18) and a special flower arrangement experience using Hakkeijima roses and hydrangeas (700 yen/time, held on June 23 and 25) are also available for both children and adults.
- 20,000 Hydrangeas The hydrangeas blooming in planting areas throughout the island, including the original “Hakkei Blue” variety, and a variety of colors and shapes adorn the seaside landscape.
- Ajisai Hakkei Meguri Stamp Rally You can get a special coupon while enjoying the spectacular views at eight places of interest on the island.
- The entire island is surrounded by the sea, and the contrast between the blue sea and the hydrangeas swaying in the sea breeze creates a resort atmosphere just by strolling around.
- Programs for parents and children to enjoy together: Eisa viewing, flower arrangement experience, and other fun activities to create early summer memories with your children.
- Access during busy times
Parking lots and the island will be crowded on weekends and during peak viewing periods. Public transportation (directly connected to Hakkeijima Station on the Yokohama Seaside Line) is recommended. - How to apply for paid programs
Advance reservations are required by phone, fax or e-mail for both flower arrangement and how to increase hydrangeas class. (Deadline: by 3:00 p.m. the day before the event)
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