At Tabo Tenmangu Shrine in Kunitachi, about 1,000 hydrangeas in 30 varieties bloom from mid to late June. Known as one of the Kanto Three Tenjin shrines, it offers a rare blend of history and floral beauty.
The Ochiaigawa River and Minamisawa Spring Water System in Higashikurume are Tokyo's only selections in Japan's Heisei Famous Waters list. Clear spring water flows year-round, drawing kingfishers, ayu sweetfish, and visitors seeking cool refreshment.
Nippara Cave in Okutama boasts a total length of 1,270m and a height difference of 134m, making it one of the largest limestone caves in the Kanto region. It stays around 11 degrees inside, perfect for summer relief.
The 53rd Akishima Citizens' Whale Festival takes place in August 2026. Discover the unique origin of this beloved summer event rooted in a 1961 whale fossil discovery, plus 2,000 fireworks over the Tama River.
Genji fireflies dance at Osawa-no-Sato in Mitaka every mid-June. Discover the community-led conservation efforts since 1988 and the natural charm of this urban oasis.
A vibrant manhole cover featuring Roco from 'THE IDOLM@STER' has been permanently installed on Haramachida Dori in Machida City, just minutes from JR Machida Station. The design incorporates Silk Melon (local specialty), Kingfisher (city bird), and Dahlia (city flower), generating buzz among fans and local residents alike.
A special exhibition celebrating Hayao Miyazaki's 1978 NHK television debut 'Future Boy Conan' is running in Kichijoji, Musashino City from May 29 through June 28. Rare original character design drawings, storyboards, and other production materials are on display, offering a unique chance to experience the origins of Miyazaki's animation.
The traditional "Sumomo Festival," held every July at Okunitama Shrine in Fuchu City, will take place on Sunday, July 19 and Monday, July 20, 2026. With over 1,000 years of history, this festival features rows of stalls selling plums (sumomo) along the shrine approach. Long cherished as a summer tradition of the Tama region, it draws local residents and visitors from afar alike.
