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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYMatsuri· Annual
Nagai Ayame Matsuri
長井あやめまつり
Yamagata · Tohoku
The Nagai Ayame Festival in Yamagata prefecture celebrates the iris season with displays of the flowers in June. It is a well-known regional event drawing visitors from across the Tohoku area.
- Dates
- June 10 – July 4Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Start time
- 09:00
- Location
- Yamagata · Tohoku
- Nearest station
- Ayamekoen Station (Yamagata Railway Flower Nagai Line) · ~2 min walk
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
Happens every year
What to expect
The festival showcases over 1.3 million irises in full bloom, creating a vibrant sea of purple and white across the Nagai Ayame Park. The air is filled with the subtle fragrance of the flowers, and the sight is enhanced by traditional performances.
Best viewing tips
Visit in the early morning or late afternoon for the best light on the irises. The park's central viewing platform offers an excellent panoramic view of the floral displays.
How to get there
From Sendai Station · ~1h 51m by car
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