Written by Alexandra Ziminski
Taking place at Takahatasan Kongō-ji, a Shingon Buddhist temple, this is one of the largest chrysanthemum festivals in the Tama area.
What happens?
Takahatasan Kongō-ji enshrines Fudō Myō-ō, one of the Five Wisdom Kings in esoteric Buddhism. The temple is said to date back to the early Heian period.
The annual chrysanthemum displays feature over 1,500 examples of the flower.
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There are also gardening workshops, a plant sale and competition judging.
How to get there
The temple is a 5-minute walk from Takahatafudo Station on the Keio Line or Tama Monorail.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
