Hiroshima Flower Festival

The Hiroshima Flower Festival is a vibrant and colorful celebration that takes over the streets of Hiroshima every year during Golden Week in early May. This spectacular event, first held in 1977, has grown to become one of Hiroshima's largest and most beloved festivals, attracting over a million visitors from around Japan and across the globe.

Spanning three days, the festival transforms the city into a bustling hub of activity and joy. The streets are lined with countless flower displays and decorations, showcasing a stunning array of blooms that symbolize peace and rejuvenation—core values deeply rooted in the city's post-war recovery ethos. The festival includes a parade featuring creative floats, dance performances, and music, bringing together people of all ages in a festive atmosphere.

One of the highlights of the Hiroshima Flower Festival is the yosakoi dance, where hundreds of dancers in colorful costumes perform energetic routines to traditional and modern Japanese music. Additionally, the festival offers various workshops, food stalls serving local delicacies, and stages for live performances, making it a full sensory experience.

Hours:

May 3rd to May 5th

Closed: 

The festival is held only from May 3rd to May 5th

Minimum Age: 

All ages are welcome

Fees: 

No entrance fee