Iwatsuki Machikado Hina Meguri

Feb 21 – Mar 8, 2026

Shopping streets around Iwatsuki Station East Exit, Hisaizu Shrine, and other city venues

Iwatsuki, Saitama CityKanto

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HIGHLIGHTS

Floating hina doll event also held

About This Event

Iwatsuki, known as Japan's premier doll-making town, hosts its 23rd Machikado Hina Meguri (Street Corner Hina Tour). Under the themes of 'Viewing,' 'Creating,' and 'Eating,' artisan creations and antique merchant-family dolls are displayed at shopping streets around Iwatsuki Station, Hisaizu Shrine, ryotei restaurants Hoteiya and Funamata, and Miroku-mitsuji Temple (Iwatsuki Daishi). A Nagashi-bina (floating doll) ceremony takes place on March 1, where visitors can experience the tradition of releasing paper dolls into the river. Doll-making workshops, stamp rallies, and other activities cater to all ages.

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Event Information

Dates: Feb 21 – Mar 8, 2026
Hours: From 10:00 (hours vary by venue)
Admission: Free admission (some workshops require a fee)
Venue: Shopping streets around Iwatsuki Station East Exit, Hisaizu Shrine, and other city venues
Location: Iwatsuki, Saitama City
Access: Short walk from Iwatsuki Station East Exit (Tobu Urban Park Line)
Date source: Officially announced datesListed based on official announcements.