Nogi Town Sunflower Festival
野木町ひまわりフェスティバル
Experience a golden sea of 300,000 sunflowers under the bright summer sky!
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Schedule
July 18, 2026
Located in Nogi Town, Tochigi—a town famous for its beautiful flowers and brick architecture—the Nogi Town Sunflower Festival is a beloved seasonal highlight of summer.
Highlights
About Nogi Town Sunflower Festival
- Best Photo Times: For the most vivid colors, visit when the sun is high; the bright light makes the yellow sunflowers pop against the blue sky.
- Heatstroke Prevention: The fields are wide open with no shade. Please bring a hat, parasol, and plenty of water to stay safe and comfortable.
- Regional Tour: Coordinate your visit with other sunflower events in Mashiko or Kamimikawa to fully experience Tochigi's summer floral culture.
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Weather forecast
Thu
9/17
26°/18°
100%
Fri
9/18
24°/18°
32%
Sat
9/19
25°/20°
73%
Sun
9/20
26°/21°
76%
Mon
9/21
25°/22°
75%
Tue
9/22
29°/20°
41%
Wed
9/23
23°/20°
14%
Tips
Clothing & Essentials
This is a midsummer outdoor event. Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and plenty of water.
Access
It is a 30-minute walk from JR Nogi Station, so we recommend driving or wearing comfortable walking shoes.
Parking
There are about 500 parking spaces, but it can get crowded, so arriving early is highly recommended.
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