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!This event has ended
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.
Photo gallery
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Schedule
July 18, 2026
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
24°/21°
91%
Tue
8/4
29°/19°
10%
Wed
8/5
29°/21°
59%
Thu
8/6
31°/22°
82%
Fri
8/7
31°/24°
78%
Sat
8/8
30°/23°
83%
Sun
8/9
28°/22°
68%
Plan your stay & activities
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.
Before & After the Event
Former Shimotsuke Renga Manufacturing Company Brick Kiln
Visit the Nogi Town Brick Kiln, a National Important Cultural Property. Witness the massive Hoffman-style brick kilns that supported Japan's modernization from the Meiji to the Showa eras. A must-see for history enthusiasts to see the scale of Japan's industrial heritage with their own eyes.
Within walking distance of the venue (1.7 km)
Suga Jinja Tenno-sai (Mikoshi-togyo)
Experience the powerful energy of the traditional Mikoshi-togyo at Suga Jinja. A rare opportunity to witness the beauty of a sacred Japanese summer ritual.
Held in the same area in 2026-07
Tsukinami-sai
Experience the traditional Tsukinami-sai at Futarasan Shrine. A serene monthly ritual held in the beautiful natural setting of Nikko.
Held in the same area in 2026-07
Yamaage Matsuri Festival
Experience the high-energy Yamaage Matsuri in Nasukarasuyama, Tochigi. Watch traditional Kabuki on giant temporary stages and witness powerful float parades. A must-see UNESCO-related cultural event!
Held in the same area in 2026-07
