Umami Hills Park in Nara Prefecture, which is colored by flowers through all four seasons, will host "Akiiro Marché in Umami Flower Festa" as part of the Yamato Hana Goyomi 2026 series. Inside the park, visitors can see around 1,000 dahlias across roughly 120 varieties and some 110,000 cosmos, along with other autumn flowers and kochia.
During the event, food and beverage market stalls and sales of local specialties from the four towns of Kitakatsuragi District are also planned. Everyone is welcome to bring friends and family to Umami Hills Park this autumn.
Event Details
- Dates: Saturday, October 3 – Monday, October 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Venue: Nara Prefectural Umami Hills Park (2202 Samita, Kawai-cho, Kitakatsuragi-gun, Nara)
For the latest event information, visit the official park website (https://www.pref.nara.jp/1780.htm) or check the official Instagram account (@uma9_chuwapark) for regular updates.
In case of severe weather, the event may be cancelled; any cancellation will be announced on the official website.
Notice: Paid Parking During This Event
Due to rising labor costs and prices in recent years, Umami Hills Park has been finding it increasingly difficult to maintain its plantings and generate further activity in the park.
As in the previous fiscal year, and continuing efforts toward sustainable park management, the park will introduce paid parking during this event to help secure new funding.
Details
- Location: All parking lots at Umami Hills Park
- Fee: ¥500 per vehicle, per visit
Visitors' understanding and cooperation are appreciated.
