Hirosaki Park

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This is a park in the center of Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, established on the grounds of Hirosaki Castle. Many elements inside the park are designated as important cultural assets of Japan, and visitors can see remains of the feudal era including the castle tower, five castle gates and a watchtower. With a moat surrounded by Japan’s oldest Somei Yoshino cherry trees, it is known as one of the prefecture’s leading cherry blossom spots. Many visitors come for the spring cherry blossom festival, as well as the autumn leaves festival and winter snow lantern festival, with several events going on throughout the year.

Spot details

Address: Aomori Pref. Hirosakishi Shimoshiroganechou 1 Map
Area: Hirosaki / Kuroishi / Mt. Iwaki Area
Phone: 0172338739
Hours: Open 24 hours

[Paid area]
[4/1-11/23]9:00-17:00
※4/23-5/5 7:00-21:00
Closed: open everyday
※From 11/24 to 3/31, the paid area will be open everyday, and the castle tower will be closed.
Fees: [Admission fee] Free
*There are some areas where there is a fee
Parking Lot: Not available (Please use a nearby parking lot)
Credit Card: Not available
Smoking: Available (Available only in the smoking area)
Wi-Fi: Available(HIROSAKI_Free_WiFi)
English Menu: Available
Average budget: [Lunch] 1-1,000yen
Estimated stay time: 30-60 minutes
Wheelchair accessible: Available
Infant friendly: Available
Pet friendly: Possible (only when using a cage, etc.)

Information Sources: NAVITIME JAPAN

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Review

Sad winter park.

Reviewed : 2020.03.05

Hirosaki Park is a sad sight in winter, and early March is still winter here. The main attractions, including the botanical garden, are closed. Snow patches remain on the soggy ground and the...
Plenty to enjoy

Reviewed : 2019.11.09

The park is famous for its cherry blossom in Spring. To visit it in autumn is equally enjoyable. First of all, there are much less visitors. You do not have to push your way through the crowds as...
BIG AND PLENTY TO SEE

Reviewed : 2019.11.05

There is not just a castle there, There is an excellent arboretum with a good cross section of the local plants.