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will be held from April 12 to May 5, 2024.The Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024Hirosaki's cherry blossoms, said to be the best in Japan, are characterized by their many layers of blossoms, and it is said that this style originated from the pruning method used for apples, a representative fruit of Aomori Prefecture.
, held annually from mid-April until after the Golden Week holidaysThe Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival, attracts a large number of visitors each year. In 2023, the number of visitors over 21 days was announced to be approximately 2.04 million.
The main attraction of the Sakura Festival is of course "Sakura!", but you'll also want to enjoy the food stalls. There are many food stalls set up at the Hirosaki Sakura Festival, and there are famous food stalls that you can only get here
In this article, we'll introduce you to information about Hirosaki's Sakura Festival 2024 and five must-try food stalls at the festival. If you're planning on visiting the festival, be sure to check it out!
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 Event Information
Provided by: Hirosaki Park General Information Site
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024 will be held on the following dates
Venue: Hirosaki Park
Dates:April 12th (Fri) - May 5th (Sun), 2024. *This year, the dates have been moved forward to accommodate the early blooming of cherry blossoms.
Nighttime illumination
Period: Sakura Festival period *April 12th to May 5th, 2024
Time: Sunset to 10:00 PM *This may change depending on the cherry blossom blooming situation
The Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival is divided into paid and free areas, and admission fees vary depending on the location, but are as follows:
Paid area admission fee
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[Single Ticket] One-day admission ticket to Hirosaki Castle's main keep and northern enclosure.
Adults (high school students and older): 320 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 100 yen
Adults (high school students and older): 250 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 80 yen
[Single Ticket] One-day admission ticket to Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden
Adults (high school students and older): 320 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 100 yen
Adults (high school students and older): 250 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 80 yen
[Hirosaki Castle Annual Pass] Annual admission ticket for Hirosaki Castle's main keep and northern enclosure.
Adults (high school students and older): 1,040 yen; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 310 yen
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[Combined Ticket] One-day admission ticket for Hirosaki Castle's main keep, northern enclosure, Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden, and Fujita Memorial Garden.
Adults (high school students and older): 520 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 160 yen
Adults (high school students and older): 470 yen ; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 130 yen
[Common Annual Ticket] A common annual ticket for Hirosaki Castle's main keep, northern enclosure, Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden, and Fujita Memorial Garden.
Adults (high school students and older): 2,090 yen; Children (elementary and junior high school students): 620 yen
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Please note that admission times are limited during the Sakura Festival, so please refer to the map below
Paid areas and times
April 12th to April 22nd
April 23rd to May 5th
Hirosaki Castle Honmaru and Northern Quarter
9：00～17：00
7：00～21：00
Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden
9：00～17：00 *Admission tickets are sold until 4:30 p.m
9：00～18：00 *Admission tickets are sold until 5:30 p.m
Information about the Flower Raft in Hirosaki Park
And speaking of the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival,the flower rafts on the outer moat of Hirosaki Parkare famous. Thesethe "World's Most Beautiful Sceneries to See Before You Die!"and have become a big topic of conversation in recent years. During the festival period (April 12th to May 5th, 2024), a portion of the outer moat embankment, which is normally off-limits, will be opened to the public so that visitors can see this spectacular cherry blossom spot up close.
*The map above is taken from Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival 2024
Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival Temporary Free Parking
A temporary free parking lot will be open during the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival. Hirosaki Park is about a 20-minute walk from the free parking lot
Fujimibashi Temporary Parking Lot
Capacity: 400 cars
Available dates: April 19th to May 5th, 2024
Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM *Closed when the water level rises
Iwakibashi Temporary Parking Lot
Capacity: 500 cars
Available dates: April 19th to May 5th, 2024
Opening hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM *Closed when the water level rises
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The event is expected to be extremely crowded.Once the temporary free parking lot is full, youwill only be able to use the paid parking lots around Hirosaki Park, so we recommend planning your trip with plenty of time to spare.
5 recommended food stalls at Hirosaki Sakura Festival 2024!
We've gone on a bit too long with the details about the event, but from here on, we'll introduce five food stalls recommended by locals that you can only eat here, from the approximately 200 stalls that line the streets every year!
A specialty of the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival! Black konjac
One of the most famous attractions of the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festivalblack konjac. Its jet-black appearance is incredibly striking! The konjac is boiled in a dark broth that is said to be seasoned with soy sauce and salt. You might worry that it's extremely salty, but contrary to its appearance, the taste isn't too strong. So why is it so black? Konjac cannot be made jet black with just soy sauce and salt, so there are various rumors circulating locally, such as "It's boiled in cola," "Maybe it contains squid ink?", or "It seems to be broth made from boiling hijiki seaweed." The secret to its blackness is a trade secret, so even locals don't know the truth.
Because it sells like hotcakes during the Sakura Festival, the flavor sometimes doesn't penetrate all the way to the center of the konjac... But even so, you won't feel like you've been to the Hirosaki Sakura Festival unless you try this black konjac. If you come to the Hirosaki Sakura Festival, why not try some black konjac and discover the secret behind its dark color?
The sweet sauce is addictive! Kameya's Takoyaki
The second item I'd like to introduce"Kameya's Takoyaki,". Those trying Kameya's takoyaki for the first time will likely be surprised by its simple appearance. There are no bonito flakes, nori seaweed, or mayonnaise; it's a visual that seems to say, "Enjoy the sauce and the batter!" Its appearance alone makes it incredibly unique. And when you taste it, you'll be surprised by the sweetness of both the sauce and the batter! Bonito flakes, nori seaweed, and mayonnaise don't really go with it; in fact, it's so sweet it's almost like eating candy.
At first, you'll be surprised by its sweetness, but as you eat it, you'll find it becomes an addictive and mysterious treat. It's a familiar flavor in Tsugaru, even at Yoimiya, so if you're curious, be sure to give it a try
Warm up on a cold day with this! Ginger Miso Oden
Although the cherry blossom festival is held in mid-April, the nights in Aomori get quite chilly. That's why we recommend trying"Ginger Miso Oden,"which uses plenty of ginger! Ginger miso oden is a well-known local dish in Aomori Prefecture and is a popular item at the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival. The ingredients include things you won't find in oden from other prefectures, such as whelks and bamboo shoots.
Some stores even offer pink cherry blossom-shaped konjac, which has become a hot topic as it looks great on Instagram
Ginger miso oden is sold at multiple stalls, so it's fun to find the flavor that suits you best. Why not warm yourself up with some ginger miso oden and enjoy the cherry blossoms at night?
Enjoy a variety of flavors! Sakano Dango
Another famous spot that draws long lines, just like the black konjac,the dango(rice dumpling) shop located halfway up the hill. They have a wide variety of flavors, making it hard to choose, but my personal recommendation is the grilled dango. The slightly sweet mochi and the sweet and salty miso sauce are a perfect match, and you won't be able to stop eating them.
In addition to the grilled dumplings, they also sell pumpkin flavored dumplings, grass dumplings, and mochi with cherry blossom bean paste. You'll want to eat them all, but each one is large and filling, so it's best to share with someone
Miraculously sweet! Takekimi's Tempura
If you come to the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival, you absolutely must trythe "Takekimi corn tempura." Takekimi corn is popular for its sweetness that is unlike any other corn, but tempura brings out that sweetness to the fullest. With every bite, sweet juice bursts out from the large kernels, making it so juicy that you have to be careful not to burn yourself.
The only seasoning is salt, which brings out the sweetness of the dakekimi! They are bite-sized, so you don't have to worry about the sauce dripping, making them great for eating on the go
Other stalls that will be exhibited at the Hirosaki Sakura Festival 2024 can also be found on the map on the official website of the Hirosaki Sakura Festival 2024. The map is embedded below for your reference
Google Map
summary
While the focus tends to be on the cherry blossoms, the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival also has a wide variety of food stalls. In addition to the standard food stalls that are set up every year, new food stalls are constantly opening up. When you come to the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival, be sure to enjoy the food stalls along with the cherry blossoms!
Information
For inquiries, please contact the Hirosaki Tourism and Convention Association (located in the Hirosaki City Tourist Center)
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