Events around Roopt Okuhayama Kikoba

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 mikoshi (portable shrines). Mikoshi from all over town gather at Morito Beach, andthe 'Hamamawari' (entering the sea while carrying the mikoshi)takes place (the exact day, whether on the eve or main festival, is unconfirmed due to conflicting information in sources). It's a unique sight for a seaside town, worth coming just to see.

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 Shinji (horseback archery ritual) on the final dayis spectacular.

Archers of the Ogasawara school shoot arrows at targets from atop galloping horses. The power is conveyed even without understanding the language, so it's recommended for international guests. While generally open to the public, regulations will be in place within the shrine grounds, so please follow the guidance on the day. If you want a good view, arrive early.

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

Archers of the Ogasawara school shoot arrows at targets from atop galloping horses. The power is conveyed even without understanding the language, so it's recommended for international guests. While generally open to the public, regulations will be in place within the shrine grounds, so please follow the guidance on the day. If you want a good view, arrive early.

This is the festival of Hayama's oldest shrine, said to have over 1250 years of history. Mikoshi are paraded, and night stalls line the shrine grounds.

This is not an event created for tourists, but a festival for the locals. 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 shops gather all at once. From food and drink, bread, and general goods to crafts, the 'best of' the town lines the shrine grounds.

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

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

It's not a museum, but a format where you encounter artworks while walking through town, in historical buildings and urban spaces. Admission is generally free, with only some exhibitions, live performances, and workshops being charged. With a long duration 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 wide grassy park.

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

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 might get hit.It's a port, so watch your footing and only the direction of throwing.

This is a fire ritual held on Koshogatsu (Little New Year) where New Year's decorations and amulets are burned on Morito Beach. Flames rise on the clear winter beach, wishing for good health throughout the year.

There are fewer events around the accommodation in winter, but this is an annual event on the morning of January 14th. It's a good match for accommodations in Morito, which are very close to the beach, allowing you to stop by during a morning stroll.

One of the earliest cherry blossom viewings in Japan.More than a month earlier than Somei Yoshino, deep pink Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom in February. This is the only time of year 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 time varies depending on the blooming status, so please check the official page before heading out.

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

Admission is free, and you can enter in the morning or evening. There are years when festivals are held, but it is basically a "place to quietly view flowers." The timing of blooming varies by year, so please check the Hayama Town 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 museums,private homes, ateliers, 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 program on the official website 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 program on the official website for opening days before visiting.

This is a small spring annual festival of Kumano Shrine, an auxiliary shrine outside Morito Daimyojin. Yudate Kagura (hot water ritual dance) is performed, and a ritual where arrows are shot in four directions is also held. There is a simple tradition that picking up a shot arrow brings happiness for a year.

It's not a large festival for tourists, but an event within the local life of Hayama. It's held on the fixed date of May 15th.

This is a large fireworks display in Shonan, with about 7,000 fireworks concentrated in less than an hour.It is characterized by being held in 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 crowded on the day, so public transport or early travel is recommended.

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

Isshiki Beach was selected as one of CNN's "World's Best 65 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 widest in Hayama, has well-equipped beach huts, and in the evening, you can see Mt. Fuji beyond the red torii gate and Yujiro Lighthouse.

There are no lifeguards on the beach outside of this period. If you plan to swim, do so during the open season.

This is the festival of Zushi's guardian deity. The Edo-style portable shrine, with its karahafu (undulating gable) and true lacquer finish, dedicated in 1937, 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 intensely for 10 minutes at two venues: Isshiki Beach and Morito Beach.

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

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

This is a local community Bon Odori. A yagura (scaffolding) is set up in the elementary school grounds, food stalls appear, and locals dance in a circle.

It's not a tourist event, so information is only in Japanese. Nevertheless,you can join the dance by imitating othersso it's actually recommended for international visitors. The purpose of this place is the experience itself of "joining a local summer festival."

This is a large summer fireworks display held at Miura Kaigan, in the south of the Miura Peninsula. Approximately 2,000 fireworks are launched, with the "underwater fireworks" that open in a fan shape from the water being a specialty. Around 100,000 people visit every year.

Since it's on a different date from the Hayama/Zushi fireworks (Hayama Kaigan HANABI, Zushi Kaigan Fireworks Display), you can create opportunities to see multiple fireworks during your stay. It's about 30-40 minutes by car to the venue. The date is usually in early August, but please check with the Miura City Tourist Association closer to the time.

The Hayama Marina Harbor Yard, usually only accessible to staff, is opened to the public for this one day. It's a summer day with hula and live music on a special stage, and food and drink stalls.

The unique experience here is spending time with the harbor and sea as a backdrop, lined with yachts. The atmosphere is family-friendly.

This is a Bon Odori held on the sandy beach. A yagura 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. The gods of bountiful harvests and food are enshrined here, and it's a shrine you can visit during the Wataya terraced rice field walk.

It's a quiet festival on the mountain side, completely different from the flashy festivals on the seaside. Coming here makes you realize that Hayama is not just a "sea town."

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

It's not a flashy event. It's something to be watched quietly. Please watch from the beach without entering the water or touching the lanterns.

This is a local festival of the Shimoyamaguchi neighborhood. It's a small festival, but a portable shrine parades through the area, and evening stalls line the streets.

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

For two days once a year, Hayama's long-established Hikage Chaya opens its storefront for a festival. This will be its 58th year.

There's the famous mochi pounding, takoyaki, yakitori, and shaved ice stalls. Night stalls offer yo-yo fishing, shooting games, ring toss, and rock-paper-scissors candy. There are also demonstrations of candy artistry and Edo-moji calligraphy, and performances by the Shrine Festival Music Preservation Society and Japanese taiko drums. On the adjacent La Maree side, you'll find seafood like grilled scallops and turban shells, and tuna skewers.

This is not a festival created for tourists, but an event that locals look forward to every year. From 4 PM to 9 PM. It's within walking distance after spending the daytime at Morito Kaigan.

This is a beach festival at Zushi Kaigan that marks the end of summer vacation. Food stalls selling yakitori and shaved ice, super ball scooping, goldfish scooping, ring toss, and 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 a market held in front of the fisheries cooperative only on Sunday mornings. Vegetables, fish, bread, cakes, and Hayama specialties are available.

It ends in 2 hours, and good items sell out quickly.It can also be recommended as a place for guests checking out on Sunday morning to stop by on their way home.