Hanami (花見) is a Japanese tradition that literally means “looking at flowers”. During spring, people gather in parks to enjoy the blossoms of the cherry trees, socialize, eat well and celebrate the arrival of spring.
April 18 from 11.00 to 15.00
Welcome to Furutorpsplatsen to celebrate Hanami. Under a pink sky, you can walk among the cherry trees, participate in fun activities, taste Japanese delicacies and take part in cultural experiences for both young and old. A day full of color, fragrance and Japanese atmosphere awaits!
Program points Furutorpsplatsen
11.00 – Opening
A short introduction to hanami – the Japanese tradition of enjoying flowering trees.
11.00-15.00 – Picnic & Japanese flavors
Bring your own picnic, buy something from nearby restaurants and cafés, or buy something delicious on site. Light refreshments will be sold (limited number).
11.00-15.00 – Activities in the park
Try origami, Japanese calligraphy, kendama and participate in our chopstick challenge. You can also sow your own seed or exchange cuttings with the Sustainable Food Association.
11.00-15.00 – Creative & playful
Flower-themed face painting, live painting under the trees and great photo spots in the area.
11.00-15.00 – Flea market & sale
Discover second hand, Japanese posters, accessories and ceramics from, among others, Skånes Japanska Förening.
11.00-15.00 – Tea tasting
A variation on Japanese tea tasting at Söderport Coffee & Tea (Södergatan 24).
11.30 – Radio Taisou
Start your day with Japanese gymnastics! Simple movements to music suitable for everyone – perfect for waking up the body and getting moving together.
11.00-15.00 – Japanese treats
Sale of light refreshments. Try classic dango, melon bread and Japanese green tea (limited quantity).
12.00 – Tsugaru shamisen
Experience a powerful and rhythmic performance on the traditional string instrument shamisen, originating in northern Japan.
13.00 – Shiba meet
Meet charming Shiba dogs who gather for a walk together in the park.
14.00 – Bon Odori
A traditional Japanese folk dance performed in a group.
11.00-15.00 – Games & activities at Gustav Adolfs torg
Play chess with Helsingborgs schacksällskap, table tennis with BTK Rekord or try different board games in the Piffl cabinet at Gustav Adolfs torg.
Find to Furutorpsplatsen
Right next to the park is the Furutorpsplatsen bus stop. If you drive a car, you can park on Furutorpsgatan or Bryggareg/H Lundbergs gata. More information and more parking lots can be found on Helsingborgs stad’s parking map.
