One of the Best in Tokyo! Enjoy About 140 Varieties of Irises and Global Gourmet: Adachi City 'Shobu Festival & World Food Plaza' to be Held on June 6 (Sat) and 7 (Sun)

A Spectacular Volume for Tokyo: 140 Varieties of Irises in Full Bloom At 'Shobu-numa Park,' located just a short walk from Kita-Ayase Station, colorful purple and white irises start blooming from mid-May and reach their peak between early and mid-June. Wooden paths are specially set up in the iris fields to allow visitors to admire the flowers up close. The park also features photogenic spots like a 4-meter tall waterfall, babbling brooks, and a triple waterwheel. From Friday, May 22, to Sunday, June 21, the iris fields will be illuminated from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, allowing visitors to enjoy the evening scenery. 'Shobu Festival' at Shobu-numa Park on June 6 (Sat) and 7 (Sun) In addition to admiring the irises, the 'Shobu Festival' offers numerous attractions for all ages. Visitors can enjoy local products from Adachi's partner cities (Kanuma, Tochigi, and Uonuma, Niigata), food stalls by local companies, and an art performance combining bubbles and music. Held Simultaneously: 'World Food Plaza' at Ayase Station Front At 'Higashi-Ayase Park (Hato Square)' in front of Ayase Station, an international food event featuring over 25 countries will be held. Over 30 groups will serve freshly prepared dishes such as jambalaya, kebabs, and pan-fried xiaolongbao. The official Adachi City LINE account will distribute 'Otokuupon' (discounts/extra services) for use at the 'World Food Plaza.' Enjoy Hopping Between Venues A stamp rally will be conducted along the approximately 2km course connecting the two parks. Participants who collect all four stamps will receive a finisher's prize. Various other events, such as a local shopping street walk rally with a lottery, will also take place. ■ Event Overview June 6 (Sat) and 7 (Sun), 2026 (Some parts cancelled in case of rain) Venue: Shobu-numa Park (2-4-1 Yana, Adachi-ku) Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Access: Immediate walk from Kita-Ayase Station, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line Venue: Higashi-Ayase Park (Hato Square) (3-10 Ayase, Adachi-ku) Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Access: Immediate walk from Ayase Station, Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line [Event Details] - Iris field wooden path opening/illumination: May 22 (Fri) - June 21 (Sun), 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. - Free shuttle bus to Koiwa Iris Garden: Operated on June 6 and 7 between Shobu-numa Park and Koiwa Iris Garden (Edogawa-ku). - Higashi-Ayase Park events: Enjoy cuisine from about 25 countries, beer, wine, and soft drinks. - Stamp rally: Collect all four stamps on the 2km course for a prize. Also, a local shopping street walk rally will be held between May 31 and June 7.