Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)
Okayama’s premier cherry blossom viewing spot, surrounded by 1000 cherry blossom trees.
Behold Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park), a popular spot that has been selected for “Japan’s 100 Finest Castles” as well as “Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites.” Also known as Bitchu Yagura, Tsuyama Castle was restored in 2005 to commemorate the 400th year since its construction, which has led to it becoming a well-known spot. Along with its magnificent stone wall that towers 45m above the ground, Tsuyama Castle boasts over 1000 cherry blossom trees. The illuminated cherry blossoms seen from the top of the stone wall offer a stunning view. Even amongst the many great locations in western Japan, Tsuyama Castle is a must see for visitors within the region.
Behold Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park), a popular spot that has been selected for “Japan’s 100 Finest Castles” as well as “Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites.” Also known as Bitchu Yagura, Tsuyama Castle was restored in 2005 to commemorate the 400th year since its construction, which has led to it becoming a well-known spot. Along with its magnificent stone wall that towers 45m above the ground, Tsuyama Castle boasts over 1000 cherry blossom trees. The illuminated cherry blossoms seen from the top of the stone wall offer a stunning view. Even amongst the many great locations in western Japan, Tsuyama Castle is a must see for visitors within the region.
More Information about Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)
Street address
- 135 Yamashita, Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture
Access
- Around 15 minutes by foot from JR Tsuyama Station
Opening Hours
- April to September: 8:40–19:00, October to March: 8:40–17:00, *During the Tsuyama Cherry Blossom Festival season: 7:30-22:00
Closed
- December 29 to 31
Best season
- Apr.
Point
- Tsuyama Cherry Blossom Festival: late March to early April every year
Year.
Illumination is until 21:00 (until 22:00 during the Tsuyama Cherry Blossom Festival season)
Cherry blossom season: the best time to view the cherry blossoms is early to mid April each year.
Autumn leaves season: the best time to view the autumn leaves is late October to mid November each year.
update: Sep.3.2024

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