[Fukushima Prefecture] 5 cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture | A trip to cherry blossom viewing spots

Motoharu Kahashi
2022.03.26
Last updated: 2024.07.18

table of contents

1 What is the prefectural region of Fukushima prefecture?
2 5 Recommended Cherry Blossom Spots in Fukushima Prefecture/Fukushima Prefecture
3 summary

Fukushima Prefecture is rich in nature and has many famous flower spots.

Speaking of spring, cherry blossoms come first. Looking at the scenery of blooming flowers under the spring sky will brighten your heart.

Therefore, this time we will introduce famous cherry blossom viewing spots in the Fukushima Prefecture's Chubu region. Please use this as a reference for the spring outing season.

What is the prefectural region of Fukushima prefecture?

The prefecture-chu region of Fukushima Prefecture is an area located in the center of the prefecture. Specifically, it refers to the area that includes the following municipalities.

Koriyama City
Sukagawa City
Tamura City
Miharu Town
Ono Town
Tenei village
Kagamiishi town
Tamagawa village
Hirata village
Ishikawa town
Asakawa town
Furudoncho

In terms of transportation, the Tohoku Expressway, which runs north-south, and the Banetsu Expressway, which runs east-west, intersect in Koriyama, making it easy to use as a base for accessing the entire prefecture. The Tohoku Shinkansen also runs through it, making it easy to visit from outside the prefecture.

Although this area does not face the sea, there are low-lying mountains, lakes, and hot springs. It is a region where you can easily enjoy the outdoors and driving, and where you can live in the countryside without any hurdles.

5 Recommended Cherry Blossom Spots in Fukushima Prefecture/Fukushima Prefecture

The central region of Fukushima Prefecture is easily accessible and rich in nature, but it is also famous for its many cherry blossom viewing spots. Among them, we will introduce carefully selected recommended cherry blossom spots.

Miharu Takizakura (Miharu Town, Tamura District)
Natsui Senbonzakura (Ono Town, Tamura District)
Kaiseiyama Park (Koriyama City)
Cherry blossoms in Koshiro (Furudono Town, Ishikawa District)
Cherry blossom trees along the Kitasugawa and Imadegawa rivers (Ishikawa-cho, Ishikawa-gun)

Let's take a look at each.

Miharu Takizakura (Miharu Town, Tamura District)

First of all, Miharu Takizakura is famous both inside and outside the prefecture. It is counted as one of the three major cherry blossoms in Japan and is also designated as a national natural monument.

The tree is estimated to be over 1000 years old. The sight of the tree's branches extending from its 13.5m tall trunk is a sight to behold.

Beni-weeping cherry blossoms of the Edohigan type bloom bright deep pink flowers. The name comes from the way the branches that overhang in all directions droop like a waterfall.

In recent years, a field of rape blossoms has been created nearby, so from a step back, you can enjoy the contrast of the spring colors of the blue sky, rape blossoms, and weeping cherry blossoms. If you have a camera, please take a photo.

A large number of people are expected during this season, so it is important to allow plenty of time when going out.

Miharu Takizakura＜Information＞

Name: Miharu Takizakura
Address: 296 Takizakakubo, Miharu-cho, Tamura-gun, Fukushima 963-7714
Official URL: Find! Miharu – Miharu Takizakura

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Natsui Senbonzakura (Ono Town, Tamura District)

Natsui River flows through Ono Town. Approximately 1,000 Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom, planted over a 5km stretch of both banks. It is a spectacular view where you can enjoy the sparkling surface of the Natsui River and the blooming flowers.

There is a promenade along the cherry blossoms, so why not take a spring walk while admiring the cherry blossoms?

Natsui Senbonzakura is also a highlight when it is illuminated at night. It looks different than it does during the day. The sight of the cherry blossoms swaying at night reflected on the water is a fantastic sight.

Natsui Senbonzakura＜Information＞

Name: Natsui Senbonzakura
Address: 119 Natsui Machiya, Ono-machi, Tamura-gun, Fukushima 963-3312
Official URL: Ono Town Official – Natsui Senbonzakura

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Kaiseiyama Park

Kaiseiyama Park is the largest park in Koriyama City. It is a popular place for residents to relax and enjoy the abundance of water and greenery, including the bridge over the lake and the rose garden.

Kaiseiyama Park is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot in the spring. Approximately 1,300 cherry trees, including Yoshino cherry trees, sway in their branches, creating a spectacular sight.

The adjacent Kaiseiyama Daijingu Shrine is lined with stalls during the cherry blossom season, welcoming many cherry blossom viewing visitors. In addition, ``Genpei Dango'' from a nearby inn is also famous as an accompaniment to cherry blossom viewing. Why not visit and enjoy delicious spring gourmet food?

Kaiseiyama Park＜Information＞

Name: Kaiseiyama Park
Address: 1-5 Kaisei, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture 963-8851
Official URL: Kaiseiyama Park official website

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Cherry blossoms in Koshiro (Furudono Town, Ishikawa District)

This is a large wild cherry tree that is over 400 years old and nestled in the mountains of Furudono Town. Because of its impressive appearance, which can reach up to 20 meters in height, it has been designated as one of the Forestry Agency's ``Top 100 Giants of the Forest'' and a prefectural natural monument.

Cherry blossoms bloom late, and in normal years, the best time to see them seems to be from late April to early May. The promenade is laid out close to the park, so you can go right up to the cherry blossoms. Please look up from below and feel its strong presence.

Every year, the Koshiro Cherry Blossom Festival is held locally during the blooming season, and many tourists visit.

Cherry blossoms in Koshiro＜Information＞

Name: Koshiro no Sakura
Address: Okuta, Furudono-cho, Ishikawa-gun, Fukushima 963-8303
Official URL: Koshiro cherry blossom live viewing

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Cherry blossom trees along the Kitasugawa and Imadegawa rivers (Ishikawa-cho, Ishikawa-gun)

This is a row of cherry blossom trees along the Kitasugawa and Imadegawa rivers that flow through the center of Ishikawa town. Approximately 2,000 cherry trees, including Yoshino cherry trees, are in full bloom over a 6km stretch.

The beauty of the cherry blossoms blooming layer upon layer throughout the valley town is breathtaking. In the Edo period, it was called ``Sakuradani,'' so it is also called ``Ishikawa Sakuradani.''

A smooth flowing water surface with a backdrop of majestic nature. The reflected cherry blossoms change their appearance every moment: morning, noon, evening, and night. Why not take a photo of this scenery?

Cherry blossom trees along the Kitasugawa and Imadegawa rivers＜Information＞

Name: Cherry blossom trees along the Kitasugawa and Imadegawa rivers
Address: 69 Minami-cho, Ishikawa-cho, Ishikawa-gun, Fukushima 963-7859

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summary

This time, we introduced recommended cherry blossom spots in the Kenchu region of Fukushima Prefecture.

The Naka region of the prefecture is easily accessible and is one of the areas that is easy to visit from outside the prefecture. It can also serve as a departure point for all of Fukushima Prefecture. Why not visit Fukushima with your camera in hand to see the beauty of Fukushima that can only be seen in spring?

Cherry blossom spots in the Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture are also summarized in a separate article.