Kumamoto Castle

熊本城

2024 cherry blossom dates for Kumamoto Castle

This year's flowering period is anticipated to be:
Estimated Flowering Date
April 24
Estimated Full Bloom Date
April 24 ~ April 28
<p>Kumamoto Castle is one of three the most imposing castles and one of top 100 cherry blossom viewing spot in Japan. Unfortunately, the castle suffered in the devastating earthquake in 2016, and a few attractions are still under construction now. However, you can see the main keep and 800 cherry trees from Ninomaru Square and Kato Shrine. What’s more, the observatory of the 14th floor of Kumamoto City Hall is open to public, from where you can also admire the whole area of Kumamoto Castle.</p>
  1. Number of sakura trees:
    800
  2. The age of trees:
  3. Variety:
    Yoshino cherry and Yama cherry

How to visit

Access:

Take tram for 15 minutes from JR Kumamoto Station and get off at Kumamotojo-mae tram stop.

Address:

1-1 Honmaru, Chuo, Kumamoto, Kumamoto

Japanese address:

熊本県熊本市中央区本丸1-1

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