Hinamatsuri 2026 at University of Human Arts and Sciences

About This Event

Hinamatsuri in Iwatsuki, the doll-making district

A hinamatsuri event held at the University of Human Arts and Sciences in Iwatsuki, Saitama. Iwatsuki has been nationally renowned as the 'City of Dolls' since the Edo period, with numerous doll-making workshops still operating today. The university campus serves as a venue for displaying many traditional hina dolls showcasing Iwatsuki's craft heritage, where visitors can learn about doll-making techniques and history. This cultural event, organized through collaboration between the community and university, highlights the charm of Iwatsuki as Japan's premier doll-making district.