Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

Event date:
April 16, 2025 at 3:29 am
Event end:
May 5, 2025 at 3:29 am

Dates:
April 16 (Wednesday) – May 5 (Monday, Holiday), 2025

Location:
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.