Chofu Castle Town Hinamatsuri

Feb 14 – Mar 22, 2026

Chofu Castle Town District (Chofu Mori Residence, Chofu Garden, etc.)

Shimonoseki, YamaguchiChugoku

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HIGHLIGHTS

Hina displays in Chofu's samurai and merchant houses

About This Event

A hinamatsuri in the castle town of Chofu in Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi. Hina dolls, hanging decorations, and unique 'Kofuku-bina' (happiness dolls) are displayed at historic sites including the Chofu Mori Residence and Chofu Garden, as well as local shops. Visitors can explore these displays while strolling through the atmospheric townscape. Chofu prospered as the castle town of the Chofu Domain, a sub-domain of the Choshu Domain, and retains its character with samurai residences and earthen walls. A paid stamp rally with prize drawings is also available.

Castle townChofuSamurai residence

Event Information

Dates: Feb 14 – Mar 22, 2026
Hours: According to each facility's operating hours
Admission: Free to stroll (individual facility admission fees apply separately)
Venue: Chofu Castle Town District (Chofu Mori Residence, Chofu Garden, etc.)
Location: Shimonoseki, Yamaguchi
Access: About 20 minutes by bus from JR Shimonoseki Station to 'Municipal Art Museum Mae' or 'Castle Town Chofu' stop, then 1 minute walk. About 25 minutes by car from Shimonoseki IC on the Chugoku Expressway
Date source: Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.