71st Hofu Tenmangu Shrine Chrysanthemum Exhibition
Nov 5 – Nov 22, 2026
In front of the main gate, Hofu Tenmangu Shrine
Hofu, YamaguchiChugoku
HIGHLIGHTS
Chrysanthemums decorating the main gate of one of Japan's three major Tenmangu shrines
About This Event
Hofu Tenmangu, one of Japan's three major Tenmangu shrines, holds a chrysanthemum exhibition every November in front of its main gate. In 2026 it marks its 71st year, displaying around 100 varieties grown by a local chrysanthemum society. Free to view, it is a well-loved autumn tradition in Hofu.
Event Information
- Dates
- Nov 5 – Nov 22, 2026
- Admission
- Free to view
- Venue
- In front of the main gate, Hofu Tenmangu Shrine
- Location
- Hofu, Yamaguchi
- Date source
- Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.
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