[2025 Tokyo Attraction] Travel Guide for Hakusan Shrine (Updated Jul)

☔️ Tokyo, Bunkyo Ward Founded in 948, this shrine is one of Tokyo's renowned hydrangea viewing spots! 📍 Hakusan Shrine The Hydrangea Festival held in June features a local festival atmosphere with small food stalls. There's a photo spot at the torii gate where people line up, but during my first visit, I didn't know about it and missed the chance to participate in the worship there that day...! If you're interested, make sure to research in advance! Next to the shrine, there's a park with plenty of hydrangeas blooming. (The festival's headquarters? was also set up there.) ※ Some playground equipment, like swings, was off-limits. It's also a great spot to take photos with hydrangeas, so be sure to check it out! The first photo shows the large staircase where everyone parks their bicycles. =============== 2025 Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival Period: Saturday, June 7 – Sunday, June 15 Location: Hakusan Shrine Access: 2-minute walk from A3 Exit of Toei Mita Line Hakusan Station 6-minute walk from Exit 1 of Tokyo Metro Namboku Line Hon-Komagome Station ================

#TokyoTrafficStrategy Every June, Tokyo is painted a dreamy blue and purple by the blooming hydrangeas. This seasonal romance is definitely not to be missed! The following is a detailed transportation guide for the three major hydrangea check-in spots to help you easily reach your dream garden. 🌸 Hakusan Shrine (Bunkyo Ward) As a favorite flower-viewing spot for Tokyo locals, the torii gates, stone steps and cascading sea of ​​flowers at Hakusan Shrine are like walking into a scene from a Hayao Miyazaki animation. Transportation: Take the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line to Tokyo Medical University Station, exit from Exit 1 and walk for about 5 minutes to the destination; or take the Toei Oedo Line to Ushigome Kagurazaka Station, transfer to a bus and get off at Hakusan Jinja-mae. It is recommended to go early in the morning on weekdays to avoid the crowds and capture the best light. 🌸 Hasedera Temple (Kamakura) Kamakura's ancient temples and hydrangea slopes complement each other. After checking in, you can also stroll along the seaside and experience the Enoden electric railway. Transportation: Take the JR Yokosuka Line from Tokyo Station to Kamakura Station, then take the Enoden Railway to Hase Station. It is an 8-minute walk from the station. Alternatively, take the Odakyu Romancecar from Shinjuku Station to Fujisawa Station and transfer to the Enoden Railway. 🌸 Meigetsu-in Temple (North Kamakura) Mingyueyuan is known as the "Hydrangea Temple" and its blue and purple flower wall are great photos in any shot. Transportation: Take the Enoden Railway from Kamakura Station to Kita-Kamakura Station, then walk for about 10 minutes. It is recommended to wear light-colored clothing such as white, beige, and blue, which will complement the sea of ​​flowers.

The shrine was founded in 948 when Hakusan Hime Shrine, the head shrine of Mt. Hakusan, was transferred to Hongo Motomachi, Toshima County, Musashi Province. The shrine has been moved several times, but remains in its current location. Hakusan Shrine in Bunkyo Ward is famous for its hydrangeas. Every June, the Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival is held, and you can see about 3,000 hydrangeas in bloom around the shrine grounds. Time flies just looking at the different types and colors, and it's well worth seeing! In particular, Asama Shrine, which is usually closed, is open only during the hydrangea viewing season, so it's a must-see. ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ ❥❥ Hakusan Shrine 🚉Hakusan Station →🚶‍♀️About 3 minutes walk ✼••┈┈┈┈••✼••┈┈┈┈••✼ #Hakusan Shrine #Shrine Tour #Shrines and Temples #Tokyo Trip #Tokyo Sightseeing

⭐︎At the Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival, about 3,000 colorful hydrangeas brightly decorate the temple grounds, allowing you to enjoy the seasonal scenery of the rainy season. This festival is full of charm, allowing you to enjoy the elegant scenery of hydrangeas and local events and product exhibitions all at once. It is recommended for a wide range of people, from families to photography enthusiasts. The moist atmosphere on a rainy day is also very charming. Please come and visit! ⭐︎Admission fee: Free ⭐︎Venue: Hakusan Shrine (5-31-26 Hakusan, Bunkyo-ku) & Hakusan Park ⭐︎Access ・2-minute walk from A3 exit of Hakusan Station on the Toei Mita Line ・5-minute walk from Hon-Komagome Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line ・3-minute walk from Toei Bus Kusa 63 "Hakusan-kami" Community bus "B-guru" is also available. ⭐︎︎Note: There are many stairs in the temple grounds, so please be careful if you have a stroller or wheelchair. It's the rainy season, so it's a good idea to bring rain gear and comfortable shoes. #AbsolutelyFreeTrip #BunkyoHydrangeaFestival #HydrangeaSpots #HakusanShrine #MatsuoShrine #HakusanAsamaShrine

Hakusan Shrine in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo It is a small shrine in a residential area, but it is famous as Tokyo's hydrangea temple, and the shrine grounds and the adjacent Hakusan Park are decorated with about 3,000 hydrangeas of various varieties. The annual Hydrangea Festival is held every June, attracting many tourists. Hydrangea plants are sold and small stalls are set up. The hydrangeas in 2025 The festival is over The best time to see the flowers seems to be coming to an end due to the recent heat, but it's a great spot for a stroll and is close to the station, so I recommend it 🗓️Dates: June 7-15, 2025 *2025 has ended 📍Location: 5-31-26 Hakusan, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo 🚇Access: 2 minutes walk from Exit A3 of Hakusan Station on the Toei Mita Line, 2 minutes walk from Exit 1 of Hon-Komagome Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line #TokyoStrategy #Shrines and Temples #Hakusan Shrine #Hydrangea Temple #Flower Spots

| 1-Day Hydrangea Flower Sea Spots. Beyond Kamakura, Tokyo in June offers many places to admire hydrangeas From exquisite hidden temple gems to urban landscapes different from Kamakura Purple, pink, and blue blooms add much romance to Tokyo's early summer~ Here are 4 tested hydrangea viewing spots in Tokyo - save this guide! —————— 📅 Shooting Date | June 15 last year 🌸 Bloom Status | Hydrangeas were generally in excellent condition ⚠️ Tokyo is hotter than Kamakura, so flowers bloom earlier; during this period Kamakura's hydrangeas weren't at their peak yet - good reference point~ ▫️ Flower Map | See image 18 - not concentrated in one area but all conveniently accessible by public transport ▫️ Suggested Duration | Perfect for 1-day visits —————— 📍 Hakusan Shrine, Images 2-6 ▫️ Admission | Free ▫️ Hours | Open 24/7 3,000 hydrangea plants inside/outside shrine with diverse varieties, great for both wide shots and close-ups Besides shrine grounds, opposite side has special fenced flower viewing area (last year open June 8-16, 10am-4pm) Hosts "Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival" annually - last year had events on June 8,9,15,16 📍 Asukayama Park, Images 7-9 ▫️ Admission | Free ▫️ Hours | Open 24/7 ⚠️ Navigation Tip | Search "Asuka Komichi" (park is large - this path has the hydrangeas) June's highlight is the hydrangeas along 350m "Asuka Path" following JR railway No hiking needed - walk along mountainside path like strolling through hydrangea tunnel Park also has museums, amusement facilities with superb environment 📍 Former Nakagawa Riverside Park, Images 10-14 ▫️ Admission | Free ▫️ Hours | Open 24/7 Wild-growing blue/purple/pink hydrangeas lining both sides of riverside path Highly recommend staying until dusk‼️ Capture sunset + hydrangea sea + trains + Tokyo Skytree in one frame Can even photograph Skytree's lighting-up moment‼️ 📍 Horinji Temple, Images 15-17 ▫️ Admission | Free ▫️ Hours | 9:00-16:30 Compact temple near Waseda University Though not many hydrangeas, features unique hydrangea chozubachi (water basin) + summer wind chimes + limited-edition hydrangea paper-cut temple stamps - truly special‼️ Summer magic~ Paper-cut stamps cost ¥1000 each ⚠️ Hydrangea stamps are limited - I missed out last year and got May's wisteria stamp instead

If you're planning to admire hydrangeas in Tokyo, Hakusan Shrine is a must-visit! Located in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo, this shrine boasts over 1,000 years of history. Though small in size, it is a paradise for hydrangea lovers, with 3,000 hydrangea plants of various species adorning the shrine grounds and its adjacent garden. Every June, during the rainy season, the hydrangeas here burst into bloom. Delicate pinks, refreshing blues, and pure whites create a vibrant sea of colors, bringing life and beauty to the otherwise gloomy season. The shrine also hosts an annual Hydrangea Festival, featuring traditional music performances, goldfish scooping, handicraft exhibitions, and stalls selling hydrangea-themed accessories and postcards. Best of all, the shrine is open 24 hours and offers free admission! To get there, take the Toei Mita Line and alight at Hakusan Station. A short walk will lead you to the shrine. Strolling through the grounds, you might encounter adorable heart-shaped hydrangeas or sunbathing cats—truly a healing experience. Don’t miss this romantic early summer event!

June is the perfect season to enjoy hydrangeas! I visited the local hydrangea festival! There were not only purple and pink hydrangeas but also white ones, showcasing a colorful variety of types. It seems there are about 3,000 hydrangea plants in bloom! If you time it right, you can also enjoy the festival activities! This year's festival dates are as follows: Saturday, June 7th to Sunday, June 15th, Reiwa Year 7. It's truly beautiful, so be sure to check it out! 📍Location: Hakusan Shrine (5-31-26 Hakusan, Bunkyo Ward)

Hakusan Shrine is a historic shrine located in Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo. During the rainy season, it is known as the "Hydrangea Shrine" where about 3,000 hydrangeas bloom. The best time to see the hydrangeas is from early to mid-June every year, and in 2025, the "Bunkyo Hydrangea Festival" is scheduled to be held from June 7th to 15th! During the festival, various events will be held, including a special public viewing of the Fujizuka, which is usually closed to the public, as well as food stalls, food trucks, sales of traditional crafts, and sketching sessions. Location: 5-31-26 Hakusan, Bunkyo Ward, Tokyo Access: About 3 minutes on foot from Exit A3 of Hakusan Station on the Toei Mita Line About 5 minutes on foot from Exit 1 of Hon-Komagome Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line There is no parking lot at the venue, so it is recommended to use public transportation. It is also a good idea to bring insect repellent spray✨ #TokyoStrategy