2026 12th Hydrangea Festival at Sumiyoshi Shrine, Uozumi

Why You Should Visit

An annual festival at Sumiyoshi Shrine in Uozumi, Akashi — affectionately known as the "hydrangea shrine" — timed to the peak of its hydrangea garden. The grounds host a variety of dedicatory performances such as dance and hula, with around 15 stalls from local farms, sake brewers and eateries plus festival food stands. Stroll the seaside approach and the hydrangea garden for a relaxed early-summer day.

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Essentials

location: Sumiyoshi Shrine (Nakao, Uozumi-cho, Akashi)
period: June 14, 2026 (Sun)
Time: 10:00–15:00
cost: Free admission
Links: Official Website
Where to stay nearby
access: About a 5-minute walk south of Uozumi Station on the Sanyo Electric Railway. Visiting by car is not permitted — use public transport (bicycle parking available).
NOTE: [Highlights]
- Dedicatory performances: dance, hula, fitness groups and more
- Stalls: about 15 vendors including local produce, sake brewers and eateries
- Festival stalls on the east side of the grounds

* Held in light rain
* Please do not come by car (bicycle parking available)

出典: 住吉神社公式サイト

FAQ

Can I go by car?

Visitors are asked not to come by car. The shrine is about a 5-minute walk from Sanyo Uozumi Station, so public transport is recommended. Bicycle parking is available.

Is it held in the rain?

It goes ahead in light rain. Check the official site in case of severe weather.

Will the hydrangeas be in bloom?

Mid-June is the usual peak, and the festival is timed to match. The shrine's garden has around 2,500 hydrangea plants.

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