[2024 Edition] 20 cherry blossom viewing spots in the Tokai area (Aichi, Gifu, Mie)

With the end of winter and the arrival of spring, the cherry blossom viewing season is finally upon us! Cherry blossom festivals and nighttime cherry blossom lighting events are held in various places in the Tokai area. In this issue, we will introduce a selection of recommended cherry blossom viewing spots and cherry blossom viewing spots that you must not miss.

Famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagoya city

First of all, we will introduce cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagoya city.

"Nagoya Castle" where you can enjoy the castle tower and cherry blossoms at the same time



"Nagoya Castle" where you can enjoy about 1,000 cherry blossoms of about 10 types, mainly Yoshino cherry and weeping cherry. From the end of March to the beginning of April, the cherry blossoms are lit up, so the magical appearance at night has a different kind of beauty.

Among them, we recommend that you can see “Gyoikou”, which is rare even among cherry blossoms. It blooms later than other cherry blossoms, and the best time to see it is from mid-April to late April.

【Nagoya Castle】
Address: Nagoya Castle(1-1 Honmaru, Naka-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture)
Best time to see: Late March to late April
Light-up: Sunset to 20:00
https://www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp/

The cherry blossom tunnel is a must-see! "Arakogawa Park"

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Arakogawa Park in Minato Ward, Nagoya City. About 1,000 cherry trees are in full bloom from late March to early April every year, and the cherry blossom tunnel that stretches for about 1 km on both sides of the Arako River is a must-see. During the cherry blossom festival, various events such as "Sakura Concert" and "Quiz Rally" are held.

[Arakogawa Park]
Venue: Arakogawa Park (2-1-1 Shinagawa-cho, Minato-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
https://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/2146/

Speaking of cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagoya! "Tsuruma Park"

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The grove of cherry blossoms on the north side of the fountain tower in Tsurumai Park is so famous for its cherry blossoms that it was selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots. About 750 Somei Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom in the park, and the sight of them blooming all at once during the season is truly spectacular.

[Tsuruma Park]
Venue: Peace Park (1 Tsurumai, Showa Ward, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
https://www.nga.or.jp/park/tsuru-html/

Perfect for cherry blossom viewing while walking! Kita Ward's "Goyosuiato Gaien"

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Goyosuiato Gaien is a park located in Kita Ward, Nagoya City. About 1.6 km on the left bank of Kurokawa (Horikawa) from Meoto Bridge to Sanage Bridge, 400 cherry blossom trees line the street. Cherry blossom viewing spots may have an image of being crowded, but here you can enjoy the cherry blossoms while taking a leisurely stroll.

[Goyosuiato Gaien]
Venue: Goyosuiato Gaien (2-chome, Tsujimoto-dori, Kita-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
https://www.tripadvisor.jp/Attraction_Review-g298106-d12310310-Reviews-Goyosuiato_Gaien-Nagoya_Aichi_Prefecture_Tokai_Chubu.html

The earliest cherry blossoms to bloom in Nagoya "Okanzakura no Namikido"

Source image: https://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/2084/

The avenue of cold cherry trees along the north-south road separating Izumi 2-chome and 3-chome in Higashi-ku, Nagoya City, is one of the first places in the city where visitors can view cherry blossoms every year.

In the spring of 1961, 16 saplings were planted in order to meet the wishes of the local community, "We want you to plant cherry blossoms that bloom the earliest in Nagoya.'' Of the trees planted at that time, only 6 remain, but today, including those newly planted, about 140 cherry blossom trees line the road and you can enjoy the early spring.

Source image: https://www.aichi-now.jp/spots/detail/2084/

[Okanzakura no Namikimichi]
Venue: From the "Sakuradori Izumi 2-chome" intersection to the north of the "Yoshino 2" intersection
(3-30-23 Izumi, Higashi-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Mid-March to early April
https://twitter.com/HigashikuNagoya

Yatomi Park, a hidden spot for cherry blossom trees

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Yatomi Park is located in Mizuho Ward, Nagoya City, and is famous for its cherry blossom tunnel. It's in a residential area, so it's very quiet. The road leading from Hassho-dori to the park is a tunnel of cherry blossoms on both sides, and it is a spectacular beauty when you drive through it. There is also a large ground, so it is also recommended for those with children.

[Yatomi Park]
Venue: Yatomi Park (3-23 Yatomigaoka-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
http://www.sda.nagoya-cu.ac.jp/~okamura/mizuho/mizuho005/mizuho005_ch.htm

The big weeping cherry tree is a masterpiece! "Shirotori Garden"

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"Shirotori Garden" boasts the largest scale in the Chubu region. Based on the topography of the Chubu region, the artificial hill is likened to Mt. Ontake, the flow from it is likened to the Kiso River, and the pond into which the water flows is likened to Ise Bay. From the end of March, the big weeping cherry trees will be in full bloom. Weeping cherry blossoms bloom a little earlier than someiyoshino, and are a delight to the eyes of many people.

[Shirotori Garden]
Venue: "Swan Garden" (2-5 Atsuta Nishimachi, Atsuta Ward, Nagoya City)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
http://www.shirotori-garden.jp/index.html

Cherry blossoms seen in the majestic daimyo garden "Tokugawaen"

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The Japanese garden "Tokugawaen" is located about 20 minutes from Nagoya Station. On the premises, there is a public library called "Housa Bunko" that houses "The Tale of Genji" and the "Tokugawa Art Museum". During the cherry blossom season, there are 3 weeping cherry trees and 17 Tokai cherry trees outside the park (free area), so you can enjoy the refreshing spring flower scenery while walking.

[Tokugawaen]
Venue: "Tokugawaen" (1001 Tokugawa-cho, Higashi-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
https://www.tokugawaen.aichi.jp/

"Meijo Park" for relaxing cherry blossom viewing on a large lawn

Nagoya Castle Honmaru, which you can enter for an entrance fee, is also nice, but Meijo Park, which is just north of the castle, is a free-to-enter cherry-blossom viewing spot. About 2,800 cherry trees are planted in Meijo Park.

The park is large, so you can spend your time relaxing on the lawn. During the cherry blossom viewing season, it is crowded with locals.

[Meijo Park]
Venue: Meijo Park (1 Meijo, Kita Ward, Nagoya City)
Best time to see: Late March to late April
http://www.meijyo-fp.com/

Speaking of cherry blossom viewing spot, "Yamazaki River"

"Yamazaki River" in Mizuho Ward, which was selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan". About 600 Yoshino cherry trees stretch for about 2.5km. Also, at night, the cherry blossoms are lit up, creating a fantastic space.

It looks like it would be nice to just take a walk and visit!

[Yamazaki River]
Venue: Yamazaki River (3 Tanabe-dori, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture, along the Yamazaki River)
Best time to see: Late March to late April
Illumination: 18:30-21:00 (late March to late April)
http://www.city.nagoya.jp/mizuho/category/113-7-0-0-0-0-0-0-0-0.html

"Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens" with about 3,500 cherry blossom trees

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About 3,500 cherry trees of about 100 species bloom at Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens. In the park, you can also enjoy the "Cherry Blossom Corridor" that reproduces the scenery of cherry blossoms blooming in the village where 100 kinds of cherry blossoms from all over the country are collected.

You can also enjoy cherry blossom viewing while visiting Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens!

[Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens]
Venue: Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens (3-70 Higashiyama Chikusa ward Chikusa-ku, Nagoya)
Best time to see: Mid-March to late April
http://www.higashiyama.city.nagoya.jp/

If you want to see cherry blossoms in Chikusa ward, "Heiwa Park"

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Heiwa Park in Chikusa ward is also known as a famous cherry blossom spot, with an area called "Cherry Blossom Garden". In spring, about 1,500 cherry blossom trees are in full bloom, and there are many stalls, so it is crowded with people having parties.

[Heiwa Park]
Venue: Peace Park (3-3801 Peace Park, Chikusa ward Nagoya)
Best time to see: Late March to early April
http://www.city.nagoya.jp/chikusa/page/0000000819.html