Matsuyama Castle

松山城山公園

2024 cherry blossom dates for Matsuyama Castle

This year's flowering period is anticipated to be:
Estimated Flowering Date
April 24
Estimated Full Bloom Date
April 24 ~ April 28
<p>Sitting on the 132-metre high Mt. Katsuyama in the centre of Matsuyama, Matsuyama Castle is one of few castles in Japan owns cable cars. It is worth mentioning that Matsuyama Castle is one of 12 Edo-period castles in Japan that still preserve the main keep. Taking a commanding view from the tower, you can see 200 cherry trees in the square, city view of Matsuyama and even dotted islands on the Seto Inland Sea.</p>
  1. Number of sakura trees:
    200
  2. The age of trees:
  3. Variety:
    Someiyoshino, Tsubakikanzakura, Oshimazakura, Shiogamasakura, Botanzakura

How to visit

Access:

Shiroyama Park is a 15-minute walk from Matsuyama Station. You can also take a tram from the station to Minami-Horibata Staion.

Address:

Marunouchi, Matsuyama-shi, Ehime Prefecture

Japanese address:

愛媛県松山市丸之内

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