Floating Hydrangea Flowers Make Their Debut! Hydrangeas Soon to Reach Full Bloom at Sanuki Man'noh National Park

Floating Hydrangea Flowers

At Shoryu Waterfall—one of the celebrated Shikoku 88 Views—'Floating Hydrangea Flowers' have made their debut. Visitors can enjoy the soothing sight of hydrangeas gently swaying on the water’s surface, accompanied by the sound and mist of the 9-meter-high waterfall. All approximately 400 flowers used are harvested from within the park.

Event Period: June 13 (Sat) – June 21 (Sun)

Location: Shoryu Waterfall

Note: The 'waterfall surge'—a powerful flow released hourly—will be suspended during the event period, with only the regular waterfall flow operating.

【Tips】About Shoryu Waterfall

Shoryu Waterfall features a 9-meter vertical drop along stone arrangements designed to resemble a dragon ascending a waterfall. With a maximum flow of about 65 tons per minute, the powerful stream and mist rising from what appears to be a crack in the earth are truly spectacular. The waterfall is constructed using stones sourced from the Seto Inland Sea.

Shikoku’s Largest Hydrangea Display: 40 Varieties, 20,000 Blooms, Soon in Full Bloom

Photographed on June 12

Hydrangeas within the park are currently about 50% in bloom. The peak viewing period is expected from mid to late June. The 'Hydrangea Garden' features a wide variety of species, including mountain hydrangeas, lacecap hydrangeas, and Western hydrangeas, in diverse colors and forms. The terraced flower fields, equipped with stairs and ramps, are barrier-free and accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

Last year’s blooming scenes are available on Instagram Reels. We encourage you to check out the hydrangeas at Man'noh Park.

Last Year’s Blooming Scene (Instagram)

Instagram Reel video from last year’s bloom.

Last Year’s Blooming Scene ② (Instagram)

Another Instagram Reel showcasing various hydrangea types from last year.

Seasonal Events to Enjoy Even in the Rainy Season

During the Hydrangea Festival, a series of seasonal events are held to make rainy-season outings enjoyable.

Kasa Rentar

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Japanese umbrellas (available only on sunny days) and hydrangea-patterned umbrellas are available for loan at the information center. Use them not only on rainy days but also for photo opportunities.

Event Period: June 6 (Sat) – July 5 (Sun)

Hours: During park opening hours

Loan Location: Information Center

Rainy Days: Japanese umbrella loans are suspended

Note: Availability of umbrella types and quantities is limited.

Hydrangea Garden Nobori-te (Tea Ceremony in the Open)

Enjoy matcha tea and traditional Japanese sweets while viewing hydrangeas at this outdoor tea ceremony event.

Event Dates: June 13 (Sat), 14 (Sun), 20 (Sat), 21 (Sun)

Hours: 10:00 – 15:00

Location: Gazebo in the Hydrangea Garden

Participation Fee: Adults 400 yen, Children (junior high school and under) 300 yen

Capacity: 100 people per day (on-site registration)

Cooperation: Karin Yume Club

Make Your Rental Bike Experience More Fun and Affordable! Rental Bike 1-Day Passport

Glide through the forest! Why not explore the park conveniently by rental bike?

During the Hydrangea Festival, the park offers a discounted 'Rental Bike 1-Day Passport'.

For just 600 yen (adult price), enjoy unlimited rides for one day—an excellent value.

Use it to travel to the Hydrangea Garden or simply enjoy a refreshing ride through the park’s lush greenery.

Sales Period: June 6 (Sat) – July 5 (Sun) (excluding park closure days—every Tuesday)

Fees: Adults 600 yen, Children 250 yen

Sales Hours: 9:30 – 14:30 (after 14:30, regular rental tickets are sold)

Important Notes:

- Electric-assist bikes and tandem bikes are not eligible.

About Sanuki Man'noh National Park

Sanuki Man'noh National Park is the only national park in Shikoku, covering 350 hectares.

Located on a hillside overlooking 'Mannou-ike,' Japan’s largest agricultural reservoir in Mannou Town, Kagawa Prefecture, the park integrates the rich natural environment around the reservoir and the cultural heritage of Shikoku—the birthplace of Kukai (Kobo Daishi). Its core theme is 'dialogue with humanity, interaction with nature and the universe.' Development began in fiscal 1984, and the park fully opened in April 2013.

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4243-12 Yoshino, Mannou-cho, Nakatado-gun, Kagawa Prefecture 766-0023

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March 1 – July 19: 9:30 – 17:00

For other periods, please check the park’s official website.

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[June 1 – July 19]: Closed every Tuesday

For details, please visit the park’s website.

Note: The park may close temporarily during extreme weather conditions, such as when flood or storm warnings are issued for Mannou Town or nearby rivers.

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By Car:

From Hiroshima / Okayama: Approximately 35 minutes by car from坂出IC on the Seto-Chuo Expressway

From Ehime / Kochi: Approximately 25 minutes by car from Zentsuji IC on the Takamatsu Expressway

From Tokushima: Approximately 40 minutes by car from Mima IC on the Tokushima Expressway

By Train:

JR: Approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Kotohira Station

Takamatsu-Kotohira Electric Railroad: Approximately 15 minutes by taxi from Kotohira Station or Okada Station

Contact Information

Man'noh Park Management Center Management: Man'noh Park Management Consortium Lead Organization: The Park Foundation (General Incorporated Foundation) Members: Green Park Man'noh Co., Ltd., Kagawa Prefecture Landscape Contractors Cooperative

Man'noh Park Management Center (General Inquiries) TEL 0877-79-1700　FAX 0877-79-1705

Natural Ecology Garden / Sanuki no Mori TEL 0877-79-1807　FAX 0877-79-1704

Hotto Stay Man'noh (Campground) TEL 0877-79-1717

Park Official Website https://sanukimannopark.jp/

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