Hirosaki Castle
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Hirosaki Castle is a hirayama-style Japanese castle constructed in 1611. It was the seat of the Tsugaru clan, a 47,000 koku tozama daimyō clan who ruled over Hirosaki Domain, Mutsu Province, in what is now central Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. It was also referred to as Takaoka Castle.
attractions: Hirosaki Park, Hirosaki Park, Tsugaru-han Neputa mura Village, Dormy Inn Hirosaki, Fujita Memorial Garden, Former Hirosaki City Library, Aomori Bank Memorial Museum, Hirosaki City Museum, Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden, Hirosaki Catholic Church, restaurants: Starbucks Coffee - Hirosaki Park, Nakamiso Ramen, Bikkuri Donkey Hirosaki Store, Taishō Roman Tea Room, Takasago Soba, Niboshi Kessha Ramen Hirosaki Store, Sobadokoro Kafukutei, Tazawa Shokudo, PÂTISSERIE LE CHOCOLAT, Cafe Buruman
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Hirosaki Castle is a hirayama-style Japanese castle constructed in 1611. It was the seat of the Tsugaru clan, a 47,000 koku tozama daimyō clan who ruled over Hirosaki Domain, Mutsu Province, in what is now central Hirosaki, Aomori Prefecture, Japan. It was also referred to as Takaoka Castle.
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This was the highlight of my Japan trip. After missing the cherry blossom in southern part of the Japan, end of April in Hirosaki Castle means peak cherry blossom. There numerous cherry blossom trees in the castle ground, combined with the white wall of the castle and the 3 layers of moat surrounding the castle - it makes for a beautiful scenery. And with the beautiful scenery, there are throng of Japanese having a picnic under the cherry blossoms. It's crowded but I still enjoy the blossoms. Numerous street food vendors lines the ground of the castle. One can find anything from ice cream, takoyaki (the squid ball), grilled fish on stick, or for that matter octopus, shrimp, chicken, etc on stick. Also ramen and stir fry noodle. My favorite is the steam pork bun - fresh from the bamboo steamer and it's the size of my palm. Yummy! The entire walk lasts easily a couple of hours. It's must visit when you're in Aomori.
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I had been to this place twice around late April 2016 with my relatives and April 2019 with my colleagues . Hirosaki Castle Tenshu was rebuilt before and is the only remaining castle tower build in Edo period in the Tohoku Area. It is considered a symbol of the city of Hirosaki. The castle is also famous for its cherry blossoms with over 2600 trees, the largest scale in Japan. Over 2 million visitors come to enjoy the sight of the castle and cherry blossoms in spring. It is one of the best place to see Sakura blooming in Aomori prefecture, Tohuku Region in Japan. Usually at this time April, visitors from all parts of Japan or tourists from other countries will come to see Sakura blooming. I had seen the river covered by the falling petals of the Sakura flowers... It was completely pink in colour...what an unforgettable sight.
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The main tourist attraction in Hirosaki City, which not only garden but also has castle inside. The access is very easy, you can take bus from Hirosaki Station for 100¥ (please check the timetable for bus using app/ask the tourist information center inside the station). I went here during Chrysanthemum and Autumn Leaves Festival, so the entrance is free. Normally, the entrance to the park is free but if you want to visit Hirosaki Castle area or Botanical Garden, you need to pay for a ticket, but I think the price is still reasonable (520¥ for all access). This park is spacious and has some picnic areas inside. There are also some cafe you can visit if you’re hungry. This park has various events in a year, so, make sure you come when the festival is held.
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+81 172-33-8739
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Website
hirosakipark.jp
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