Events around Roopt Okuhayama Kikoba

Hayama's swimming beaches areopen from early July to the end of August. During this period, lifeguards are on duty and beach houses are open.

Isshiki Beach was selected as one of CNN's "World's 65 Best Beaches" and is also included in the Ministry of the Environment's "100 Best Swimming Beaches." Its location next to the Imperial Villa makes it quiet. Morito Beach is the largest in Hayama, with well-equipped beach houses, and in the evening, you can see Mt. Fuji beyond the red torii gate and Yujiro Lighthouse.

Outside of the season, there are no lifeguards at the beach. If you plan to swim, do so during the open season.

This is a Bon Odori dance held on the beach. A yagura (scaffolding) is set up with the sunset over the sea and Mt. Fuji in the background.

One of the most picturesque nights of Hayama's summer. There's no fireworks-like crowd, so it's a manageable size even for families with small children.

This is the festival of the guardian deity of the terraced rice field village. It enshrines the gods of bountiful harvests and food, and is a shrine visited during Wataya's terraced rice field walk.

A quiet festival on the mountain side, completely different from the lively festivals on the seaside. Coming here, you'll realize that Hayama is not just a "sea town."

At the end of Obon, lanterns are floated out to sea from Morito Beach to send off ancestors. After sunset, the lights gradually drift away from the shore.

This is not a flashy event. It's meant to be watched quietly. Please do not enter the sea or touch the lanterns; observe from the beach.

This is a local festival in Shimoyamaguchi. Although it's a small festival, portable shrines parade through the area, and in the evening, street stalls line up.

It's a time to see the non-touristy side of Hayama at the end of summer.

This is a beach festival at Zushi Beach that concludes the summer vacation. Yakitori, shaved ice stalls, super ball scooping, goldfish scooping, ring toss, masks. All the typical Japanese summer festival stalls line the sandy beach.

It's a short festival, only an hour and a half in the evening, so you can drop by before dinner.Postponed in case of rain (reserve day August 30), so please be sure to check the organizer's announcement before going.

This is the annual grand festival of Morito Daimyojin, said to have been founded by Minamoto no Yoritomo. It's the most exciting two days in Hayama.

The highlight is the portable shrines. Portable shrines from all over town gather at Morito Beach, andthe "Hamaori" (entering the sea while carrying the shrine)is performed (the exact day, whether it's the eve or the main festival, varies in different sources and is unconfirmed). It's a unique sight for a seaside town, and it's worth coming just to see it.

The beach will be crowded. Wear shoes that can get wet.

This is the most important festival at Tsurugaoka Hachimangu, with a history of over 800 years. Of the three days,the Yabusame ritual on the final dayis spectacular.

Ogasawara-ryu archers shoot targets from horseback while riding. The power is conveyed even if you don't understand the language, so it's recommended for international guests. General viewing is free, but regulations will be in place within the shrine grounds, so please follow the instructions on the day. If you want a good viewing spot, arrive early.

This is the most important festival of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine, which has continued for over 800 years. Of the three days,the Yabusame Shinji (horseback archery ritual) on the final dayis a highlight.

Archers of the Ogasawara school shoot arrows at targets while riding galloping horses. The power of the performance is conveyed even without understanding the language, so it is recommended for international guests. Viewing is generally free, but regulations will be in place within the shrine grounds, so please follow the instructions on the day. If you want to see it from a good spot, go early.

This is the festival of Hayama's oldest shrine, said to have a history of over 1250 years. Portable shrines are carried, and stalls line the shrine grounds at night.

It's not made for tourists; it's a festival for the local people. That's why you can see the everyday face of this town. The shrine grounds are narrow, so hold hands with small children.

A once-a-year market where Hayama's shops gather all at once. From food and drink to bread, miscellaneous goods, and crafts, the town's 'best' are lined up on the shrine grounds.

You can visit individual shops that are usually scattered throughout the town all at once, so if you're only going out once during your stay, this is the place. Things sell out quickly, so go in the morning.

This is a triennial art festival featuring domestic and international artists, including photographer Daido Moriyama, who resides in Zushi. With the registered tangible cultural property 'Former Honda Residence' as the main venue, the streets of Zushi and the alleys of the Numa area become the stage for exhibitions.

Instead of a museum, it's a format where you encounter artworks in historical buildings and throughout the town while walking. Admission is generally free, with only some exhibitions, live performances, and workshops being charged. With a long period of three weeks, it can be easily combined with other plans.

This is an autumn festival where citizens are the main stars. Stalls and stages by local organizations line the spacious grassy park.

Since it's not a tourist event, the atmosphere of the people living in this town comes through directly. It's a suitable place for families with children to spend a day.

This is a New Year's event at the fishing port. Fishermen throw oranges from boats, and people gathered catch them.

It's a festival that doesn't require language, so international guests can enjoy it as is.If you're not ready to catch, you'll get hit.It's a port, so watch your step and the direction of the throw.

One of Japan's earliest cherry blossom viewing spots.More than a month earlier than Somei Yoshino, the deep pink Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom in February. This is the only time of year when you can see the rows of trees along the railway line and the yellow of the rape blossoms simultaneously.

It's a reason to come to Hayama during the coldest and quietest season. The best viewing period varies depending on the blooming situation, so please check the official page before you go.

Azaleas are the town flower of Hayama. Approximately 15,000 bushes are planted in Hananoki Park, next to the town hall, and the entire hillside is colored from mid to late April.

Admission is free, and you can enter in the morning or evening. There are years when a festival is held, but basically, it's a 'place to quietly view flowers.' The timing of blooming varies each year, so please check Hayama Town's blooming status page before you go.

A giant screen is set up on the sandy beach, and movies are shown from dusk. Zushi Beach becomes an outdoor cinema for two weeks during Golden Week.

There are also music and food stalls, and the main attraction is 'spending time on the beach' rather than the movie itself. It gets cold after sunset, so bring something to wear and a mat.Screenings depend on the weather,so it's best to check the official announcement on the day before heading out.

A town-wide art festival that has continued for over 30 years. Instead of a museum,private homes, studios, shops, and gardens become the venues.Walk around town with a map, enter open houses to see artworks, and talk to the creators. These three weeks offer the best glimpse into the essence of Hayama. Venues may be open or closed depending on the day, so please check the official website's program for opening days before visiting.

Walk around town with a map, enter open houses to see artworks, and talk to the creators. These three weeks offer the best glimpse into the essence of Hayama. Venues may be open or closed depending on the day, so please check the official website's program for opening days before visiting.

Approximately 7,000 fireworks are launched in less than an hour, making this one of Shonan's largest fireworks festivals.It is characterized by being heldin late May, not summer.

The grand finale, perfectly synchronized with music, is a highlight. Zushi Beach is about 10-15 minutes by car from Hayama. The surrounding roads get very congested on the day of the event, so we recommend using public transportation or leaving early.

Hayama's swimming beaches areopen from early July to late August.During this period, lifeguards are on duty and beach houses are open.

Isshiki Beach was selected as one of CNN's "65 Best Beaches in the World" and is also included in the Ministry of the Environment's "100 Best Swimming Beaches." Its location next to the Imperial Villa makes it quiet. Morito Beach is the widest in Hayama, has excellent beach houses, and in the evening, you can see Mt. Fuji beyond the red torii gate and Yujiro Lighthouse.

Outside of the open period, there are no lifeguards at the sea. If you plan to swim, do so during the open period.

This is the guardian festival of Zushi. The Edo-period portable shrine, donated in 1937, with its karahafu-style gable and lacquered finish, parades through the city accompanied by flutes and drums.

If Hayama's festival is a "beach festival," this is a "town festival." In terms of the splendor of the portable shrine itself, it is the best in this area.

A summer tradition in Hayama. Fireworks are launched intensively for 10 minutes at two venues: Isshiki Beach and Morito Beach.

The long-running "Hayama Coast Fireworks Festival" was suspended and has been held as "Hayama Coast HANABI" since 2025. Previously, both venues were on the same day, but to avoid congestion,they are now launched on separate days.The beauty of this town's fireworks is being able to look up at them from the sandy beach, very close to where they are launched over the sea. Since the launch time is short, it's recommended to be on the beach 30 minutes before the start time.

The beauty of this town's fireworks is being able to look up at them from the sandy beach, very close to where they are launched over the sea. Since the launch time is short, it's recommended to be on the beach 30 minutes before the start time.

This market is held in front of the fisheries cooperative only on Sunday mornings. Vegetables, fish, bread, cakes, and Hayama specialties are available.

It ends in two hours, and good items sell out quickly.It can also be recommended to guests checking out on Sunday morning as a place to stop by on their way home.