Enjoy the bloom of 50,000 azaleas in full color this April in Yokosuka.

📅 April 12 (Sat) – April 20 (Sun), 2025
📍 Ootawa Tsutsuji Hill, 5-2638 Ootawa, Yokosuka City

A Sea of Azaleas in Bloom

Each spring, the hills of Ootawa are transformed into a vibrant sea of color with over 50,000 blooming tsutsuji (azaleas)—especially the Kurume and Hirado varieties, varieties developed in Japan. This week is the peak season, offering an ideal time for nature lovers and photographers alike.

The festival is free to attend, and is perfect for a relaxed family outing or a peaceful floral escape from the city.

Festival Highlights

⚫︎ Azalea & Flower Seedling Sales – Available daily throughout the festival
⚫︎ Compost Sales – Weekends and public holidays only
⚫︎ Fresh Local Vegetables – Available on select days, depending on supply
⚫︎ Wagashi (Japanese sweets) – Pop-up shops from Uraga (Seieiken) and Kurihama (Kowa)
⚫︎ Nostalgic Japanese Toys (Free to use) – Free nostalgic Japanese toys for kids and adults

Note: The annual children’s sketch contest will not be held this year.

How to Get There

By Train & Bus:
From JR Yokosuka Line (Yokosuka or Kinugasa Station) or Keikyu Yokosuka-Chuo Station, take a local bus to Takeyama bus stop, then walk about 20 minutes to the venue.

By Car:
Approx. 5 minutes from Kinugasa IC on the Yokohama-Yokosuka Road.
Please note: Parking is free but limited—public transportation is recommended.

Admission & Contact

⚫︎ Admission: Free
⚫︎ Parking: Free (limited space)
⚫︎ Venue: Ootawa Tsutsuji Hill
⚫︎ Organizer: Yokosuka Green Landscaping Cooperative
⚫︎ TEL: 046-851-1660
⚫︎ Official Website: https://www.ryokukazouen.jp/tsutsuji/