[Shizuoka/ Izu] #IzuIzuFlowerTour2026

Let's explore flower spots where you can enjoy blooms for a long period from December to April, including the "Toi Cherry Blossoms," said to be the earliest blooming in Japan, and Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms that adorn World Heritage sites! A special "Ohanain" (a type of commemorative stamp) designed by local high school students, as well as a digital stamp rally with fantastic prizes, are currently underway!

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Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

The Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team (commonly known as "IIP") is an organization established with the aim of promoting the attraction of foreign visitors tourists to Izu City and the development of a system for accepting them, with the aim of making Izu an attractive international tourist destination that makes use of Izu's tourism resources. Izu City is rich in nature and agriculture, and has a variety of tourist attractions, including hot springs, beaches, and mountainous areas. It is also easily accessible, about two hours by train from Tokyo, making it an ideal place for day trips or weekend getaways. [Notes regarding cover images] The cover image is a winning entry in a photo contest that colors Izu City. Photographer: Ojima Hiroki Title: "Coloring the Light Snow" Unauthorized use and duplication of the cover image is prohibited. For information on using the cover image, please check the Izu City Tourism Information Website.

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Enjoy spring in Izu! Izu Flower Trip 2026

A festival of flowers and history, heralding spring on the Izu Peninsula , is about to begin.
Why not enjoy the flowers that bloom in a relay-like fashion, from the Toi blossoms in December to the Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms in April, across the two towns of Izu City and Izunokuni City ?

[Highlight 1] Japan's earliest cherry blossoms and historical landmarks

・Doi Cherry Toi(Izu City)
These cherry blossoms, known as "Japan's earliest blooming," begin to bloom in mid-January.
It is characterized by its deep pink petals, and the illuminated cherry blossoms at night are truly magical.
Izu Tsukigase Plum Grove (Izu City)
In mid-February, the mountain slopes are covered with white and Aka plum blossoms.
- World Heritage Site: Nirayama Reverberatory Furnace (Izunokuni City)
The collaboration of historical buildings that supported Japan's industrial revolution and cherry blossoms creates a breathtaking sight that can only be seen here.

[Highlight 2] Designed by high school students! A special "Ohanain" (flower seal)

Based on the traditional Japanese "Goshuin" (temple/shrine stamp), students from the local Izu Sogo High School designed "Gohanain" (flower stamps), which are sold at various locations.
This heartfelt artwork is based on photographs actually taken by the students, featuring flowers such as winter sweet and cherry blossoms.
A unique Japanese collectible item, perfect as a souvenir of your trip.

[Highlight 3] Participate with your smartphone! Digital stamp rally

You can easily collect stamps by simply scanning the QR code placed at each location.
By collecting stamps, you can enter a raffle to win original merchandise and other fantastic prizes.

Event Details

Event Period: January 17th (Sat) - April 12th (Sun), 2026

Venue: Various locations in Izu City City and Izunokuni City , Shizuoka Prefecture

Participation fee: Stamp rally participation is free (separate admission fees may apply to each facility).

Access: Please use a car or public transport from the Shuzenji area.

https://kanko.city.izu.shizuoka.jp/events/izuizuohana2026/

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Izu City Inbound Promotion Project Team

Shizuoka

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