Reiwa 8 (2026) Tenryo Jōge Hina Festival
Jōge Town became a direct shogunate territory during the Edo period, flourishing as a center of commerce and finance. Its townscape, still richly retaining the atmosphere of that era, evokes the charm of the Edo period. This prosperous town has passed down various hina dolls from the late Edo period to the present day through generations. During the Tenryo Jōge Hina Festival, over 5,000 hina dolls are displayed in shops and homes along the approximately 800-meter stretch of white-walled townscape. This transforms the area from its usual atmosphere reminiscent of an ancient capital into a vibrant, festive townscape.
Additionally, the “Deco Market” event will be held on Saturday, February 28th, and Sunday, March 1st. Stall vendors line the white-walled shopping street of Jōge Town, hosting events like mochi flower-making workshops, allowing visitors to experience the bustling atmosphere reminiscent of the early Shōwa period. Furthermore, the Okinaza Theater, a Registered Tangible Cultural Property, will be open as a photo spot where visitors can wear traditional wedding kimonos and take commemorative photos on the stage featuring the pine-patterned curtain gifted by Nakamura-za for the 2024 Kabuki performance. The Okinaza, made famous in the film “National Treasure,” is a popular photo spot where visitors can experience the atmosphere of a traditional theater from that era.
Please come to Jōge Town to enjoy the splendid Hinamatsuri festival and experience Tenryo Tourism.
〇 Event Dates: “Deko Market”
February 28 (Sat), March 1 (Sun)
Events begin around 10:00 AM. ＊Pedestrian-only zone on March 1 (Sun) only.
Stalls will line the approximately 800m white-walled shopping street in Jōge-machi, hosting events like mochi flower making.
〇Experience Corner
◆Commemorative Photo in Colorful Wedding Kimono
Duration: 5-10 minutes
Location: Ōkaza Theater (Admission: ¥200, Photo: Free)
◆ Mochi Flower Making Experience Fee: ¥300
Dates: Limited to February 28 (Sat) and March 1 (Sun)
Duration: Approx. 20 minutes
Location: Kamiage History and Culture Museum
◆ White-Walled Townscape Guided Tour (Advance reservation required, by 2 days prior to visit) Fee: ¥2000
Duration: Approx. 1 hour
Numerous stalls and vendors will be present on February 28 (Sat) and March 1 (Sun)
〇Facility Information
◆Okinaza Theater
Admission Fee: Adults 200 yen, High school students and younger free (Commemorative photos free)
Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
◆Fuchu City Jōge Historical and Cultural Museum
Admission: Free
Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
◆Mano Museum
Admission: ¥300 / Free for high school students and younger
Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
◆Jōge Christian Church
Admission: ¥300
Hours: Accessible only with the White-Walled Townscape Tour Guide
■Other shops also display hina dolls. Feel free to enter.
〇Access
◆Public Transportation
・JR Fukuyoshi Line: (From Fuchu direction) Take the Miyoshi-bound train ⇒ Get off at Jōge; (From Miyoshi direction) Take the Fuchu-bound train ⇒ Get off at Jōge
・Chugoku Bus: Peace Liner Hiroshima ⇔ Jōge / Roadside Station Bingo Fuchu ⇔ Jōge
＊3-minute walk from Jōge Station to the venue (Shirakabe Townscape Shopping Street)
◆By Car
13.1km (18 min) from Sera Interchange・8.6km (12 min) from Kōnu Interchange
＊Parking (Free)
・Shirakabe Tourist Parking Lot (approx. 30 spaces)
・Museum & Tourism Association Parking Lot (6 spaces)
・Town Hall Parking Lot (30 spaces)
・Jōge Station Rotary Parking Lot (8 spaces)
