Atami hosts a variety of seasonal events throughout the year, featuring flowers, the sea, and hot springs. From early-blooming cherry blossoms and year-round fireworks to vibrant autumn foliage, each season offers a different way to enjoy the city.Annual schedule（fireworks）The Atami Fireworks Festival is held year-round and is one of the city’s most iconic events. Fireworks launched from the sea echo across the mountains surrounding Atami Bay, creating an unforgettable sound and light experience.Event NameTentative DateScheduleEvent OverviewURLNearest StationAtami Fireworks Festivalheld irregularly throughout the yearPlease refer Here for this year’s scheduleA fireworks festival held throughout the year over Atami Bay. The fireworks lighting up the night sky and the powerful echoes created by the surrounding mountains make it a uniquely Atami experience.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (15 min walk, venue: Shinsui Park)Spring (March–May)In spring, early-blooming cherry blossoms and azaleas brighten the city. Visitors can stroll through flower festivals at parks and the castle while enjoying scenic ocean views and relaxing hot springs.Event NameTentative DateScheduleEvent OverviewURLNearest StationAtami Castle Cherry Blossom Festivalfrom late March to early April2026/3/26〜2026/4/5A popular spring spot where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom with Atami Castle and Sagami Bay as a backdrop. Night illuminations of cherry blossoms are also held.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station → Atami Ropeway or bus toward Izusan (approx. 10 min)Izusan Jinja Shrine Annual Festivalmid-April2026/4/14 – 2026/4/16A powerful historic festival at the sacred "matchmaking" shrine where Shogun Minamoto no Yoritomo and Hojo Masako wed. The highlight is on the 15th, when four portable shrines (Mikoshi) are carried down 837 steep stone steps with breathtaking intensity.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (10 min by bus)Himenosawa Park Flower Festival “Azalea and Koinobori Festival”from mid-April to early May2026/4/18〜2026/5/6Around 60,000 azaleas color the hillside, creating a vibrant spring landscape. Traditional koinobori (carp streamers), which symbolize wishes for children’s growth, add a festive touch unique to this season. It’s also a great spot for photos.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station → Bus bound for “Himenosawa Park” (about 25 minutes)Atami Spring Beer Festivalearly May2026/5/3〜2026/5/5A lively spring beer festival featuring local craft beers, seafood, and live music by the harbor.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (15 min walk)Hatsushima Tokoroten Festivallate May2026/5/30〜2026/5/31A resort-like island event held on Hatsushima, just 30 minutes by boat from Atami. Enjoy the island’s specialty tokoroten (gelatin noodles) amid sea breezes and ocean scents.Official Site (Japanese)Atami Port (10 min bus / 25 min ferry from JR Atami Station)Summer (June–August)Summer in Atami is the season of beaches and flowers. In addition to beach swimming and fireworks, visitors can enjoy the Jacaranda Festival, where tropical purple blooms line the streets — perfect for walks and photos.Event NameTentative DateScheduleEvent OverviewURLNearest StationFirefly Viewing Eveningearly June2026/6/1〜2026/6/7A magical early-summer event where fireflies dance along the Hatsukawa River in the plum garden. Enjoy a special night of soft glowing lights surrounded by fresh greenery.Official Site (Japanese)JR Kinomiya Station (10 min walk)Jacaranda Festivalfrom early June to late June2026/6/1〜2026/6/14The “Jacaranda Festival” colors Atami’s early summer. What began with two trees gifted from its sister city in Portugal has grown to over 100. The purple blossoms along Sun Beach are said to bring happiness if one falls on your head.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (10 min walk)Beach Opening Ceremonyfrom mid-July to late August2026/7/11〜2026/8/30The beach-opening ceremony at Sun Beach marks the arrival of summer, with shining blue seas and white sands.Official Site (Japanese)Sun Beach: JR Atami Station (10 min walk)Nagahama: JR Izu-Taga StationAjiro: JR Ajiro StationWater Parkfrom mid-July to late August2026/7/18〜2026/8/30A marine athletic park off Sun Beach featuring slides and trampolines—a classic summer attraction for families.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (10 min walk)Kogashi Festivalmid-July2026/7/15〜2026/7/16A traditional festival of Imamiya Shrine that has continued for over 700 years, featuring lively mikoshi (portable shrine) processions through the streets.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (10 min walk)Izu-Yugawara Onsen Summer Fireworks Festivallate July2026/7/25Experience the thrilling tezutsu (handheld) fireworks up close, including the famous Enshu-style fireworks. The finale features grand fireworks lighting up the onsen town’s midsummer night.Official Site (Japanese)JR Yugawara Station (about 10 minutes by bus)Izusan Onsen Fireworks Festivalearly August2026/7/24A summer fireworks festival held at Izusan Port, where fireworks reflecting on the sea create a magical night.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station → Bus toward Izusan (approx. 10 min)Izu-Taga Fireworks Festivalmid-August2026/8/12Powerful marine fireworks over Izu-Taga Bay, where the reflections on the waves add a magical glow to summer nights.Official Site (Japanese)JR Izu-Taga Station (3 min walk)Ajiro Onsen Furusato Festivalmid-August2026/8/14〜2026/8/15A traditional summer festival that enlivens Ajiro Onsen, with bon odori dances and taiko drum performances filling the port town with energy.Official Site (Japanese)JR Ajiro Station (5 min walk)Izu-Taga 108 Lantern Floating Festivalmid-August2026/8/16A magical summer night when 108 lanterns are set afloat on the sea. Their gentle glow reflects prayers and gratitude across the water.Official Site (Japanese)JR Izu-Taga Station (3 min walk)Ajiro Onsen Fireworks Festivalmid-August2026/8/16Spectacular fireworks launched from off the coast of Ajiro Bay light up the fishing port’s night sky.Official Site (Japanese)JR Ajiro Station (5 min walk)Autumn (September–November)Autumn brings art, local cuisine, and beautiful foliage. At the Atami Plum Garden Autumn Leaves Festival, visitors can experience some of Japan’s latest-turning maple leaves, offering a calm and colorful atmosphere unique to Atami.Event NameTentative DateScheduleEvent OverviewURLNearest StationAtami Art Festivalfrom early October to late NovemberTBAA creative festival that transforms the entire city into an art gallery, with music, visuals, and performances coloring Atami.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (within walking distance to main venue)Atami Fish Festivalearly November2026/10/31〜2026/11/1A popular gourmet festival where you can taste fresh seafood from Atami Port, featuring the flavors of local fishermen.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (15 min walk)Atami Momiji Festivalfrom mid-November to early December2026/11/14〜2026/12/6An autumn festival held at Atami Plum Garden, known for Japan’s latest autumn foliage. The illuminated maple leaves create a magical atmosphere at night.Official Site (Japanese)JR Kinomiya Station (10 min walk)Winter (December–February)In winter, Atami becomes one of the first places in Japan where both plum and cherry blossoms begin to bloom — a rare overlap even within Japan. This unique seasonal moment lets visitors enjoy early-spring colors long before the rest of the country.Seasonal flower festivals and himono (dried fish) events also offer a taste of local life, making winter an unexpectedly vibrant time to explore the city.Event NameTentative DateScheduleEvent OverviewURLNearest StationAjiro Onsen Himono Festivalfrom early November to mid-February2026/11/14〜2026/11/15, 2027/1/10〜2027/1/11A gourmet event where you can taste Ajiro Onsen’s specialty, himono (dried fish). Enjoy freshly grilled fish and food stalls in a lively port town atmosphere.Official Site (Japanese)JR Ajiro StationAtami Plum Festivalfrom mid-January to early March2027/1/9〜2027/3/7A plum garden known as Japan’s earliest blooming plum spot, with about 60 varieties of plums. Enjoy the fragrant blossoms and geisha performances—a symbol of spring in Atami.Official Site (Japanese)JR Kinomiya Station (10 min walk) / JR Atami Station (20 min walk)Atami Cherry Blossom Festival (Itogawa)from mid-January to early February2027/1/9〜2027/2/7Early-blooming Atami cherry blossoms begin to flower in January. The row of cherry trees along the Itogawa River and night illuminations color the winter onsen town.Official Site (Japanese)JR Atami Station (10 min walk)Atami Sakura Festival on Shikinomichi Promenadefrom late January to mid-FebruaryTBAA festival celebrating the “Atami Sakura,” one of Japan’s earliest-blooming cherry blossoms. Take a relaxing 10-minute walk from Izu-Taga Station along a scenic hillside trail to enjoy ocean-view cherry blossoms before spring fully arrives.Official Site (Japanese)JR Izu-Taga Station (about 10 min walk)