Product Description
Dates:
April 16 (Wednesday) – May 5 (Monday, Holiday), 2025
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Hirosaki Park, Aomori Prefecture
Access:
- Take the Dotemachi Loop Bus and get off at Shiyakusho-mae (in front of City Hall)
- Free Wi-Fi available: HIROSAKI Free Wi-Fi
About the Festival
As the cherry blossoms move northward across Japan, Hirosaki’s spectacular blooms begin to open in late April. These famous cherry blossoms are known for their dense, fluffy appearance, a result of pruning techniques developed for Aomori’s apple trees. Hirosaki is often regarded as having the best cherry blossoms in Japan.
Visitors can enjoy a range of attractions including daytime strolls, night-time illumination, and cultural experiences within the historic surroundings of Hirosaki Castle and Park.
Pay Areas and Opening Hours
Honmaru (Main Enclosure of the Castle):
- April 16–17: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- April 18–April 30: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- May 1–5: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden:
- 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Last ticket sold at 4:30 PM
Admission Fees
| Ticket Type | Individual | Organization (Groups) |
|---|---|---|
| [Single Ticket] Hirosaki Castle Honmaru and Kitanokura (1-day) | Adults (HS and above): ¥320 Children (Elem./JHS): ¥100 | Adults: ¥250 Children: ¥80 |
| [Single Ticket] Botanical Garden (1-day) | Adults: ¥320 Children: ¥100 | Adults: ¥250 Children: ¥80 |
| [Annual Pass] Honmaru and Kitanokura | Adults: ¥1,040 Children: ¥310 | — |
| [Combined Ticket] Honmaru, Botanical Garden, Fujita Memorial Garden (1-day) | Adults: ¥520 Children: ¥160 | Adults: ¥470 Children: ¥130 |
| [Year-round Common Pass] All 3 Sites | Adults: ¥2,090 Children: ¥620 | — |
Note: “HS” = High School, “JHS” = Junior High School, “Elem.” = Elementary.
Group rates apply for organized groups.
Night Illumination
Cherry blossom trees are beautifully illuminated at night.
Time: From sunset to 10:00 PM
Time may change depending on weather and conditions.
Estimated Visit Duration
Approximately 2 hours
Why Visit?
The Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival offers a unique chance to see some of the most breathtaking sakura in Japan, surrounded by the historical beauty of Hirosaki Castle and enhanced by vibrant festivals, food stalls, and enchanting night views.
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