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Shiofune Kannon Azalea Festival 2024
Sandra IsakaTokyo's best azalea festival takes place from mid-April to early May at Ome's Shiofune Kannon Temple.
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Shiofune Kannon is located in Ome, on the outskirts of Tokyo. The nearest station is Kabe Station on the JR Ome line, and the grounds are approximately a 40 minute walk from there. If you're headed there via private vehicle, there is a small parking lot by the entrance.
Tokyo's best azalea festival takes place from mid-April to early May at Ome's Shiofune Kannon Temple.
Shiofune Kannon on the outskirts of Tokyo has peaceful, tranquil grounds - and loads of azalea bushes! The grounds burst with color in the spring months when the flowers bloom.
Tokyo's best azalea festival takes place from mid-April to early May at Ome's Shiofune Kannon Temple.
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