A view of the Chrysanthemum Festival at Sengan-en, where a three-tiered pagoda and a gate are decorated with chrysanthemums (reference image)
The 67th Chrysanthemum Festival brings autumn to Sengan-en with around 14,000 chrysanthemums
The 67th Sengan-en Chrysanthemum Festival runs from November 1 to 30, 2026, at Sengan-en in Kagoshima City. Visitors can see around 14,000 chrysanthemums, a three-tiered chrysanthemum pagoda and flower baskets, as well as traditional performances during the festival and special tours held on selected dates.
- Venue
- Various locations within Sengan-en
- Admission & participation
- Admission to Sengan-en is required separately to view the Chrysanthemum Festival. The fee is not listed in the information provided.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
Explore the garden in search of chrysanthemum displays
Around 14,000 chrysanthemums brighten the grounds of Sengan-en. Displays include a three-tiered chrysanthemum pagoda and flower baskets, highlighted as photo spots in the event guide. Enjoy a stroll through the garden while taking in the many forms of the flowers. The festival is held at various locations throughout Sengan-en. You might enjoy stopping to discover the displays and finding a spot to photograph the chrysanthemums alongside the garden scenery.
The festival takes place at Sengan-en, the former villa of the Shimazu family. Along with the chrysanthemum displays, visitors can enjoy the autumn scenery of this historic garden. Plan your visit around the flowers or time it to coincide with one of the events during the festival, depending on what you would like to see.
Alongside the chrysanthemum displays, the festival features events celebrating Japanese traditional culture, including wadaiko drumming and gagaku court music. Sengan-en's Shishimai lion dance is described as an event wishing participants health and happiness. These performances are listed as taking place during the festival, but no individual dates or times are provided. If you have a particular performance in mind, check the official information before your visit.
Check dates for special events and admission fees
The Chrysanthemum Festival Highlights Tour runs from November 8 to 23. Staff who oversee the Sengan-en gardens will guide visitors around the festival. If you would like to explore the garden from a different perspective than you would on your own, you could plan your visit during these dates. The information provided does not specify participation requirements or fees, so check the official information if you are interested in joining.
A special performance accompanying the festival, “Enjoying Japanese Traditional Performing Arts with Chrysanthemums: The Sounds of Japan,” will be held on November 14. This date also falls within the tour period, so you could consider visiting then if you are interested in both events. No performance time is provided, so check the official information when planning your day.
Admission to Sengan-en is charged separately for visitors to the Chrysanthemum Festival. The information provided does not list the fee, so check the official website before your visit. Decide whether to focus on the flower displays or plan around the tour or special performance, and include the admission fee in your plans.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title仙巌園 菊まつり (せんがんえん きくまつり)
| Dates | 2026-11-01〜2026-11-30 |
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| Venue | Various locations within Sengan-en |
| Fees and participation | A separate admission fee for Sengan-en is required. Please check the website below for details. |
| Address |
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE & TICKETS
Official website & tickets
Official event websitewww.senganen.jpACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
Choose a date based on what you want to see
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Enjoy the chrysanthemum displays
The festival runs from November 1 to 30, 2026. Plan to explore displays around the grounds, including the three-tiered chrysanthemum pagoda and flower baskets.
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Check dates for tours and performances
The Highlights Tour runs from November 8 to 23, and the special performance is on November 14. Check the official information for times, participation requirements and other details.
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Check the admission fee
A separate admission fee for Sengan-en is required to visit the Chrysanthemum Festival. Check the official website for the amount.
Detailed access info
Get off at JR Sengan-en Station. The walking time is not provided in the event information.
Various locations within Sengan-en
Google Maps search result for the venue name. Please also check official sources for the address, specific hall/room, and entrance location.