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UPCOMINGOther· Annual
Hydrangea Season at Meigetsu-in Temple
明月院のあじさい
Kanagawa · Kanto
The famous Meigetsu-in temple in Kamakura hosts approximately 2,500 hydrangeas of a distinctive indigo blue variety. It is one of the most celebrated hydrangea-viewing spots in Japan and gets very crowded during bloom season.
- Dates
- June 8–25Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Kanagawa · Kanto
- Nearest station
- Kita-Kamakura Station · 10 min walk
- Crowd level
- National attendance
- Entry
- Paid admission
- Official site
- trip-kamakura.com/place/230.html
Happens every year
What to expect
Experience a sea of indigo blue hydrangeas enveloping the serene pathways of Meigetsu-in Temple, with their vibrant hues contrasting against the temple's historic wooden structures.
Best viewing tips
Visit early in the morning on weekdays to avoid crowds and capture the hydrangeas in soft morning light. The temple's circular window offers a unique framing for photos. The organiser sets this edition's dates closer to the time — confirm before you travel.
How to get there
From Tokyo Station · ~1h 12m by car
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