Gaisen Cherry Trees

がいせん桜

2024 cherry blossom dates for Gaisen Cherry Trees

This year's flowering period is anticipated to be:
Estimated Flowering Date
April 24
Estimated Full Bloom Date
April 24 ~ April 28
<p>In order to celebrate the victory of Japan-Russia War in 1906, 132 cherry trees were planted along a road at Shinjyo-son village, hence the name, aka triumphant cherry trees. During full bloom time, you can enjoy incredible scene of cherry blossom tunnel and samurai residences in Edo era.</p>
  1. Number of sakura trees:
    132
  2. The age of trees:
    more than 100 years
  3. Variety:
    Yoshino cherry

How to visit

Access:

It takes 40 minutes by JR Chugoku bus from Katsuyama eki station to Shinjyo-son-yakuba bus station, and then walk for 2 minutes.

Address:

Higashimachi, Shinjo-son Maniwa-gun, Okayama

Japanese address:

岡山県真庭郡新庄村がいせん桜通り

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