Yanagawa Sunflower Garden 2026: Opening Date and Night Lights

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Yanagawa Sunflower Garden plans to open Friday, September 4, 2026, with about 500,000 flowers across five hectares of reclaimed land by the Ariake Sea. Daylight, sunset and illumination offer different views, but the closing date and detailed shuttle schedule are not yet published.

Checked July 30, 2026 against Fukuoka Prefecture tourism information. Bloom, traffic and illumination can change with weather.

2026 opening information

Choose morning, sunset or illumination

• Morning: easier for families and walking before peak heat.
• Daytime: strongest contrast between blue sky and yellow flowers.
• Sunset: broad Ariake Sea sky and silhouette photos.
• Night: illuminated field; bring a light and confirm your return transport.

Parking and environmental contribution

• General car: ¥500 per vehicle environmental contribution.
• Temporary bus passenger: ¥500 per adult.
• Shuttle dates and times were not yet announced July 30.
• Avoid roadside parking and follow the opening-period traffic plan.

Access from Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station

• Location: near Hashimoto-machi, Yanagawa, about 800 m west of Mutsugoro Land.
• By car: about 30 minutes from Miyama-Yanagawa IC.
• From Nishitetsu Yanagawa Station: about 15 minutes by car; it is not a practical walk.
• Until shuttle details appear, consider a round-trip taxi. After illumination, secure the ride back before arrival.

What to bring to reclaimed farmland

• Bring water, a hat and sun protection even in September.
• Wear comfortable shoes that can get muddy after rain.
• For evening, carry insect repellent and a small light.
• Keep tripods out of paths, use only marked walkways and do not enter the field.

Combine the garden with Yanagawa sightseeing

• Official 2026 Yanagawa information
• Fukuoka sunflower field guide
• Yanagawa area guide