[Latest in 2024] Find Hiroshima Prefecture's best cherry blossom spots

• Table of Contents
• 1. World Heritage Cherry Blossoms
• 2. Cherry blossoms in Hiroshima Town
• 3. Cherry blossoms in the mountain village
• 4. Cherry blossoms in the Seto Inland Sea

1. World Heritage Cherry Blossoms

Miyajima is home to Itsukushima Shrine, a well-known world heritage site. Although it is famous for its autumn leaves, it is also a famous spot for cherry blossoms. There are 1,900 cherry blossom trees on the island, mainly around Itsukushima Shrine, and the best time to see them is from March to April! With the Seto Inland Sea shining in the spring sunlight as a canvas, buildings such as World Heritage Sites are decorated with cherry blossoms, a sight that can only be experienced on Miyajima at this time of year. The collaboration between the vermilion-painted five-storied pagoda and the cherry blossoms allows you to fully enjoy the luxurious feeling of cherry blossom viewing.

Access: 5 minutes walk from Hiroshima Station to Hiroshima Electric Railway “Genbaku Dome-mae” or “Hon-dori” stop

2. Cherry blossoms in Hiroshima Town

1. Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park

At Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, where the World Heritage Site Atomic Bomb Dome is located, there are approximately 300 Yoshino cherry trees, cherry blossom trees along the Ota River, and cherry blossoms surrounding Hiroshima Castle. If you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms in a relaxed manner, we recommend viewing the rows of cherry blossom trees from a river cruise.

Access: 5 minutes walk from Hiroshima Station to Hiroshima Electric Railway “Genbaku Dome-mae” or “Hon-dori” stop

2. Mint Hiroshima Branch

Every year in mid-April, the grounds are open to the public for a limited time as part of the ``Hana no Mawarimichi''. It is known as a famous spot for late-blooming double cherry blossoms, and there are about 240 cherry trees of about 60 varieties, including rare varieties that can only be found here. After sunset, the lanterns are lit and you can enjoy walking through the illuminated cherry blossoms at night.

Access: Approximately 15 minutes by car from Sanyo Expressway Itsukaichi IC or Hatsukaichi IC. Take the Hiroden bus from the north exit of JR Itsukaichi Station and get off at the Itsukaichi Gochome exit, then walk for 10 minutes. Or get off at "Sendobashi" and walk for 10 minutes. From Hiroshima Bus Center, take the Hiroden Bus (via Nishi-Hiroshima Bypass) and get off at "Saeki Civic Culture Center", then walk 10 minutes.

3.Hijiyama Park

This park is located on a small hill, and from here you can see a panoramic view of Hiroshima city and the Seto Inland Sea. Hijiyama Park is full of abundant nature and is especially famous as a cherry blossom viewing spot, with many people visiting Hijiyama Park to admire the beauty of the approximately 1,300 cherry blossom trees. If you would like to enjoy cherry blossom viewing with your family in a relaxed manner, head to Hijiyama Park, spread out your seat, eat your lunch, and enjoy the cherry blossom season to the fullest.

Access: From in front of Hiroshima Station, take the Hiroshima Electric Railway train bound for Hiroshima Port via Hijiyamashita and get off at Hijiyamashita. 5 minutes walk

Alternatively, from Hiroshima Station, take the city circulation bus "Meipuru~pu" orange route and get off at "Modern Art Museum (Manga Library)". Take the "Hijiyama Skywalk" (escalator) near Hiroshima Danbara Shopping Center.

3. Cherry blossoms in the mountain village

1. Fukuyama Castle Park

Fukuyama Castle, located in Fukuyama City at the southeastern tip of Hiroshima Prefecture, is filled with historical romance and is also known as a famous spot for cherry blossom viewing. Approximately 300 cherry trees of various types are planted, and the cherry blossoms in full bloom with the castle in the background create a Japanese atmosphere.

Access: Approximately 5 minutes walk from the north exit of JR Fukuyama Station

2. Yoshinoyama Park

Yoshinoyama Park in Kannabe-cho, Fukuyama City is a famous spot for cherry blossoms, also known as ``Bingo Yoshino.'' Hundreds of Yoshino cherry trees, double cherry blossoms, and wild cherry blossoms bloom around Mt. Koba, which is about 130 meters above sea level and includes the ruins of Kannabe Castle, and is crowded with people every year.

Access: Approximately 7 minutes by taxi from JR Fukuen Line "Kannabe Station" or 20 minutes walk from Ikasa Bus Ibara Gyokami Taka-mae stop.

4. Cherry blossoms in the Seto Inland Sea

1. Kosanji Temple

It is a temple of the Honganji sect of the Jodo Shinshu sect, built by former businessman Kozo Kosanji as his mother's family temple. The gorgeous temples that line the grounds and the light pink cherry blossom petals harmonize, creating a majestic beauty.

Access: Approximately 13 minutes by car from Shimanami Kaido Ikuchijima Kita IC, or approximately 13 minutes by car from Shimanami Kaido Ikuchijima Minami IC

2. Innoshima Park

The entire area of ​​Mt. Tengu (207m), located south of Innoshima, Onomichi City, is a park, and the view of the Shikoku Mountains and countless islands scattered in the distance is spectacular, and it can be said to be a landscape representative of the Seto Inland Sea. In spring, as many as 1,000 cherry blossom trees bloom, and you can enjoy them along with the spectacular view.

Access: Approximately 20 minutes by car from Shimanami Kaido Innoshima Kita IC, or approximately 10 minutes by car from Shimanami Kaido Innoshima Minami IC. Or about 48 minutes by bus bound for Innoshima Habu Port from Onomichi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line, about 20 minutes on foot from Habu Port, or about 5 minutes by taxi.