Nagano's Achi Village Hana-Momo Festival to Begin April 15, 2026

Published: March 16, 2026
Nagano's Achi Village Hana-Momo Festival to Begin April 15, 2026

The Hana-Momo Festival (花桃まつり) takes place at Tsukigawa Onsen "Hana-Momo no Sato" in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, from April 15 (Wednesday) to May 5 (Tuesday), 2026. Organized by the Hana-Momo Festival Executive Committee, the event offers visitors a chance to witness approximately 10,000 flower peach trees in red, white, and pink in full bloom across the village.

Hana-Momo blossoms in Achi Village

Within Achi Village, the Tsukigawa Onsen "Hana-Momo no Sato" area stands out as a highlight. Located just off the Sonohara IC on the Chuo Expressway at an elevation of 750 to 1,000 meters, about 5,000 flower peach trees line a roughly 4 km stretch of road through the valley. During the festival period, vendors sell flower peach seedlings, locally grown produce, and processed goods.

Colorful flower peach trees lining the valley road

Flower peach blossoms in full bloom

Event Overview

Period

April 15 (Wednesday) to May 5 (Tuesday), 2026

Dates are subject to change depending on blooming conditions.

Location

Hana-Momo Festival Headquarters: 4089-51 Chisato, Achi Village, Shimoina District, Nagano Prefecture 〒395-0304

Parking

Available (approximately 1,000 spaces for regular vehicles)

Parking Fees

  • Motorcycles: ¥500
  • Regular vehicles: ¥1,000
  • Microbus (approx. 7 m): ¥4,000
  • Mid-size/large bus: ¥5,000

Parking fees are collected 24 hours a day during the festival period.

Blooming Information Hotline

0265-48-5750 (24 hours)

Visitor Notes

  • Traffic restrictions are in place around the venue during the festival. Please follow the guidance of staff when moving or parking your vehicle.
  • Parking lots at local tourism facilities (Tsukigawa Onsen, Aokiya, and others) are reserved for guests of those facilities.
  • Activities that may inconvenience other visitors or disrupt operations are prohibited.
  • Drone and remote-controlled aircraft are prohibited.
  • Use of monopods, tripods, or selfie sticks on roads and footpaths is prohibited.
  • Overnight stays (car camping) in the parking lot are prohibited.
  • Pets are welcome on a leash or in a carrier, but please be considerate of other visitors.
  • The entire Hana-Momo no Sato area is non-smoking. No smoking areas are available.

Official Website

https://hirugamionsen.jp/hanamomo/

Hirugami Onsen Hana-Momo Bus 2026

During the festival period, a shuttle bus operates between Hana-Momo no Sato and Hirugami Onsen.

Shuttle bus service between Hirugami Onsen and Hana-Momo no Sato

Scenic views along the shuttle bus route

Fare

¥3,000 (round trip) Same fare applies even for one-way use.

Operation Period

April 15 (Wednesday) to May 5 (Tuesday), 2026

Dates are subject to change depending on blooming conditions.

Schedule

Morning Service:

  • 9:00 AM — Hirugami Onsen (4 stops: Achigawa, Onde Bus Stop, Tenshin, Ezan)
  • 9:15 AM — ACHIBASE (check-in and payment)
  • 9:45 AM — Arrive at Hana-Momo no Sato
  • 11:30 AM — Depart Hana-Momo no Sato
  • 12:00 PM — Arrive at Hirugami Onsen

Afternoon Service:

  • 2:00 PM — Hirugami Onsen (4 stops: Achigawa, Onde Bus Stop, Tenshin, Ezan)
  • 2:15 PM — ACHIBASE (check-in and payment)
  • 2:45 PM — Arrive at Hana-Momo no Sato
  • 4:30 PM — Depart Hana-Momo no Sato
  • 5:00 PM — Arrive at Hirugami Onsen

Schedules may be delayed due to road congestion.

Reservations

Advance reservation required: https://www.secure-site.in/ASP/hirugami/

Payment

On-site payment at ACHIBASE by cash, credit card, or PayPay.

Festival atmosphere at Hana-Momo no Sato

Visitors enjoying the flower peach blossoms