67th Sengan-en Chrysanthemum Festival
Nov 1–30, 2026
Throughout Sengan-en
Kagoshima, KagoshimaKyushu
HIGHLIGHTS
Enjoy chrysanthemum displays across the garden, plus guided tours and traditional performances
About This Event
An annual chrysanthemum festival held at Sengan-en, a scenic former Kagoshima residence of the Shimazu clan. Chrysanthemums are displayed throughout the garden grounds, coloring the autumn scenery. Related events include guided highlights tours (Nov 8 and 23) and a traditional performing arts program with taiko drums, shamisen and gagaku (Nov 14), plus a lion dance (Nov 15). Now in its 67th year, the festival's displays and schedule may change depending on weather and the chrysanthemums' condition. No separate fee is charged; it is included in regular garden admission.
Event Information
- Dates
- Nov 1–30, 2026
- Hours
- 9:00–17:00 (Sengan-en opening hours)
- Admission
- Included in Sengan-en garden admission (no separate fee)
- Venue
- Throughout Sengan-en
- Location
- Kagoshima, Kagoshima
- Date source
- Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.
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