{"id":50839,"date":"2026-09-24T13:00:48","date_gmt":"2026-09-24T04:00:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/?p=50839"},"modified":"2026-10-12T15:57:32","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T06:57:32","slug":"kikukadanten_matome_en","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/2026\/09\/24\/kikukadanten_matome_en\/","title":{"rendered":"Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden Chrysanthemum Exhibition [2026]"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nEvery year from November 1 to 15, the Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition is held in the Japanese Traditional Garden.
\nThe exhibition features seven types of chrysanthemum displays, each arranged in a distinctive style. Beneath temporary shelters called *uwaya*, made from bamboo, reed screens, and wood, visitors can admire chrysanthemums carefully cultivated and trained using traditional techniques.
\nThis annual exhibition is one of the highlights of autumn at Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden.
\n(Photo: Prize-winning entry in the 2019 Shinjuku Gyoen Photo Contest)<\/p>\n

2026 Chrysanthemum Exhibition: Event Overview<\/strong>
\nDates:<\/strong> November 1 (Sun)\u201315 (Sun), 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Japanese Traditional Garden, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
\nHours:<\/strong> 9:00 a.m.\u20134:30 p.m. (Last admission: 4:00 p.m.)
\nGarden admission:<\/strong> Adults: \u00a5500; seniors aged 65 and over: \u00a5250; students (high school and above): \u00a5250; junior high school students and younger: Free
\n[Admission details]<\/a>
\n[Getting here]<\/a><\/p>\n

The Enduring Tradition of Chrysanthemums<\/strong>
\nThe history of the Chrysanthemum Exhibition at Shinjuku Gyoen dates back to 1878, when the Ministry of the Imperial Household held a chrysanthemum viewing event at Akasaka Palace, then serving as a temporary imperial residence.
\nSince then, chrysanthemum cultivation and display techniques have been passed down through generations, and Shinjuku Gyoen has developed its own distinctive methods of training and displaying the flowers.
\nToday, the garden continues this tradition with chrysanthemums grown and arranged using a variety of techniques.
\n[Learn more about the history of the Chrysanthemum Exhibition]<\/a><\/p>\n

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Highlights of the Chrysanthemum Exhibition<\/strong>
\nThe exhibition features seven types of chrysanthemum displays, each with its own distinctive characteristics.
\nAlongside the beautifully trained flowers, look out for the *uwaya* shelters and the surrounding garden scenery. Together, the chrysanthemums, traditional shelters, and garden landscape capture the beauty of autumn.<\/p>\n

Kengai bed<\/strong>
\nThis display recreates the appearance of wild chrysanthemums cascading from crevices in a rocky cliff.
\nStems branching from a single plant are trained along a bamboo-and-wire framework to create the cascading shape.
\nOther highlights include the shelter made from bamboo and reed screens, and the stream flowing in front of the bed.
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Ise, Choji, and Saga-giku bed<\/strong>
\nThis bed brings together three types of \u201cclassical chrysanthemums\u201d\u2014Ise, Choji, and Saga\u2014which developed distinctive characteristics in different regions of Japan.
\nEach has a different petal shape and flowering form. Comparing these differences is part of the enjoyment of this display.
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Ozukuri bed<\/strong>
\nUsing a technique unique to Shinjuku Gyoen, a single chrysanthemum plant is cultivated and trained for more than a year to produce hundreds of flowers arranged in a dome shape.
\nThe sight of so many flowers blooming together makes this one of the exhibition\u2019s most spectacular displays.
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Edo-giku bed<\/strong>
\nEdo chrysanthemums are a traditional type developed in Edo, present-day Tokyo. Their petals change shape and color as the flowers open.
\nThey are also known as *mai-giku*, or \u201cdancing chrysanthemums,\u201d with each variety changing in its own way.
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Ichimonji and Kudamono-giku bed<\/strong>
\nIchimonji chrysanthemums have large flowers with a single layer of around 16 petals. They are also known as \u201cImperial Crest chrysanthemums\u201d because their shape resembles the Imperial Family\u2019s crest.
\nKudamono chrysanthemums have tubular petals that radiate outward from the center.
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Higo-giku bed<\/strong>
\nHigo chrysanthemums are a traditional type developed in Higo, present-day Kumamoto Prefecture.
\nTheir flowers have a single layer of flat or tubular petals, with distinctive gaps between them.
\nAlthough this is the smallest bed, details such as the dark soil and moss add to the beauty of the display.
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Ogiku bed<\/strong>
\nOgiku chrysanthemums have large, rounded blooms.
\nThey are displayed using *tazuna-ue*, an arrangement style unique to Shinjuku Gyoen.
\nArranged in a repeating sequence of yellow, white, and pink, the flowers create a striking display when they bloom together.
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Exploring the Chrysanthemum Exhibition<\/strong>
\nThe chrysanthemum beds are arranged to be viewed at their best along the designated route.
\nFor a map of the exhibition and more information about each bed, please see the Chrysanthemum Exhibition pamphlet.
\n[Japanese Pamphlet]<\/a>
\n[English Pamphlet]<\/a>
\n[Chinese Pamphlet]<\/a>
\n[Korean Pamphlet]<\/a><\/p>\n

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This Year’s Chrysanthemum Exhibition<\/strong>
\nOur latest blog posts share updates on preparations for this year\u2019s exhibition, flowering conditions, and scenes from the garden.
\n[Latest Chrysanthemum Exhibition updates]<\/a> (Japanese only)<\/p>\n

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More to Enjoy During Your Visit<\/strong>
\nAfter exploring the Chrysanthemum Exhibition, take a break at one of the caf\u00e9s or restaurants in and around the Japanese Traditional Garden.
\nHere are a few places to enjoy a meal, Japanese sweets, or a stroll in a kimono.<\/p>\n

Dining<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0| Rakuutei Shinjuku Gyoen Muroya<\/strong>
\nLocated in the Japanese Traditional Garden, Muroya serves inari sushi\u2014rice in sweetened tofu pockets\u2014as well as Japanese sweets and other treats.
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Sweets<\/span> | Shouten-tei Shinjuku Gyoen Anon<\/strong>
\nTake a break from your stroll with Japanese sweets made with sweet red bean paste and a cup of tea.
\nSweets are also available to take home as souvenirs.
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Kimono Rental<\/span> | Rakuutei Koichi Store<\/strong>
\nEnjoy a stroll in a kimono through the Japanese Traditional Garden, where the Chrysanthemum Exhibition takes place.
\nThe shop offers kimono rentals and a selection of traditional Japanese goods.
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Shinjuku Gyoen also has a variety of other places to eat, shop, and rest.
\nEnjoy a meal, a sweet treat, or some souvenir shopping as part of your visit to the Chrysanthemum Exhibition.
\nFor details about individual facilities, visit our website featuring dining, souvenirs, and activities at Shinjuku Gyoen, the Imperial Palace Outer Gardens, and Kyoto Gyoen.<\/p>\n

[Explore dining, souvenirs, and activities at the three gardens]<\/a> (Japanese only)<\/p>\n

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Chrysanthemum Exhibition: Visitor Information<\/strong>
\nDates:<\/strong> November 1\u201315 every year
\nVenue:<\/strong> Japanese Traditional Garden, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
\nGarden admission:<\/strong> Adults: \u00a5500; seniors aged 65 and over: \u00a5250; students (high school and above): \u00a5250; junior high school students and younger: Free
\nOpening hours during the exhibition:<\/strong> 9:00 a.m.\u20134:30 p.m. (Last admission: 4:00 p.m.)
\nClosed days:<\/strong> None during the exhibition period<\/p>\n

[Admission Information]<\/a>
\n[Getting here]<\/a>
\n[Garden Map]<\/a>
\n[Accessibility information]<\/a><\/p>\n

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Related Exhibitions<\/strong>
\nYou can also learn more about chrysanthemums and the work behind the Chrysanthemum Exhibition at these related exhibitions.<\/p>\n

[Chrysanthemum Panel Exhibition]<\/strong>
\nDiscover the highlights and history of the Chrysanthemum Exhibition, along with the types of chrysanthemums on display.
\nDates:<\/strong> October 27 (Tue)\u2013November 15 (Sun), 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Art Gallery, Shinjuku Gate Information Center<\/p>\n

[Behind the Scenes: The Chrysanthemum Team]<\/strong>
\nLearn about the work of the Chrysanthemum Team, which prepares the flowers for the exhibition, and the techniques used to cultivate and train them.
\nDates:<\/strong> September 15 (Tue)\u2013November 15 (Sun), 2026
\nVenue:<\/strong> Service Center<\/p>\n

*Information is subject to change. Please check the latest official information before your visit.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Every year from November 1 to 15, the Shinjuku Gyoen Chrysanthemum Exhibition is held in the Japanese Traditio… View Article<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":50553,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-50839","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-chrysanthemum-exhibition"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50839","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=50839"}],"version-history":[{"count":13,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50839\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":50857,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50839\/revisions\/50857"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/50553"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=50839"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=50839"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fng.or.jp\/shinjuku\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=50839"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}