The plum festival at Naritasan Park, which spreads out behind Naritasan Shinshoji Temple; in 2026 it ran from February 14 to March 1. About 360 red and white ume trees bloom, mainly in the Western-style garden and the grove above Monju Pond. Entry is free.
On weekends during the festival there are outdoor tea ceremonies by the Omotesenke school, concerts of Tsugaru shamisen, koto, shakuhachi and erhu, and a haiku contest on plum viewing; in 2026 there was also an ice sculpture show on March 1. Some events are cancelled in rain.
Enquiries: Narita City Tourist Association (0476-22-2102).
Dates are based on the organizers' announcements and may change with the weather or the bloom. Please check the official information before you go.
