Iwamura Castle Town Hinamatsuri

Mar 1 – Apr 3, 2026

Iwamura Castle Town area (approximately 100 locations)

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HIGHLIGHTS

Hinamatsuri in one of Japan's three great mountain castle towns

About This Event

The Iwamura Castle Town Hinamatsuri is one of the region's largest hina festivals, held in the castle town of Iwamura in Ena, Gifu. Approximately 3,500 hina dolls are displayed at about 100 locations including townhouses, shops, and private homes in the castle town of Iwamura Castle, counted among Japan's three great mountain castles. Visitors can stroll through the Important Preservation District of Historic Buildings while discovering unique cultural traditions such as the Edo-period custom of displaying goldfish alongside hina dolls. The festival period also features various events including the Ena-Iwamura market, castle town music festival, and sake brewery openings at Iwamura Jozo.

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Event Information

Dates: Mar 1 – Apr 3, 2026
Hours: Open throughout the period (outdoor and shop displays); special events vary by date
Admission: Free (except some facilities)
Venue: Iwamura Castle Town area (approximately 100 locations)
Location: Ena, Gifu
Access: Transfer to Akechi Railway at JR Chuo Line Ena Station, get off at Iwamura Station (about 30 min), then walk. About 20 minutes by car from Ena IC on the Chuo Expressway
Date source: Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.