83rd Atami Plum Garden Plum Festival (2027)

Established in 1886, Atami Plum Garden is renowned for having Japan's earliest blooming plum trees. The first flowers typically bloom in November each year. The garden hosts 469 plum trees across 60 varieties, including some over 100 years old, which bloom sequentially from early to late season. During the festival, visitors can fully enjoy the plum blossoms. Footbaths and souvenir shops are open within the garden. Various events such as entertainment by Atami Geisha, street performances, singing shows, and complimentary sweet sake are scheduled on certain days. Note for 2027: Due to disaster recovery work near the Sasajiri intersection, there is no free large bus parking available. Large buses should use designated drop-off points and then park at paid lots such as Times Atami City East (30 minutes 220 yen; reservation possible, phone: 0557-82-0451) or the Sea Fishing Facility parking lot (1000 yen per entry; closed on 1/20, 2/17, and 2/21; phone: 0557-85-8600). Be advised that the Atami Plum Garden parking, Kinomiya Station municipal parking, and surrounding roads will be crowded. Using JR train service (about 10-minute walk from JR Kinomiya Station) is recommended to visit the garden. Unauthorized use of images is prohibited.