1 Goryokaku Park (Hakodate): View the Star-Shaped Fort Framed in Pink from the Tower

In spring, about 1,500 cherry trees bloom in Goryokaku Park. At the end of the season, you can see "hanaikada" (flower rafts), where fallen petals cover the moat's surface, offering a different kind of beauty from the full bloom. Besides cherry blossoms, there are also wisteria, azaleas, and water lilies. The 1,800-meter path around the outer moat is also recommended for jogging and walking.

2 Matsumae-han Hekirichi Jinya-ato (Hokuto): A Breathtaking Avenue of Cherry Trees Leading to the Fort

This is the site of a fort built by the Matsumae clan under the order of the shogunate to strengthen the defense of Ezochi (Hokkaido) following the opening of Hakodate Port. The beautiful tunnel of cherry trees leading to the fort ruins is a famous cherry blossom spot. It has been developed as a historical park, and you can stroll through the main compound, which retains its original appearance, and enjoy the changing scenery of the seasons.

3 Ono River Cherry Tree Avenue (Hokuto): A Leisurely Stroll Under a Tunnel of Cherry Blossoms

About 100 cherry trees, mainly Somei Yoshino, line both sides of the Hongo Kawahara-cho town road, which runs north-south along the Ono River. From late April to early May, they form a 300-meter cherry blossom tunnel from Honcho Seseragi Park to the sports center. A walk enveloped in the sweet scent of cherry blossoms is a special experience.

4 Hokiji Temple's Weeping Cherry Tree (Hokuto): A 300-Year-Old Weeping Cherry Tree as Beautiful as a Japanese Painting

A beautiful weeping cherry tree (Shidarezakura) blooms in the precincts of Hokiji Temple in spring. Said to be over 300 years old and about 12 meters tall, this weeping cherry is a rare and valuable sight in Hokkaido, as such large specimens are uncommon. Many people visit from afar to see this unique cherry tree. Its well-formed branches, laden with flowers, are a spectacular sight.

5 Trappist Monastery (Hokuto): Enjoy Late-Blooming Cherry Blossoms in Southern Hokkaido

At the Trappist Monastery, you can enjoy late-blooming cherry blossoms. Although located in the Southern Hokkaido area, which welcomes spring earlier than the rest of the prefecture, the monastery has late-blooming varieties. These trees start to bloom after all the other famous cherry blossom spots in the city have finished. You can see varieties such as Naden, Fugenzo, and Amayadori.

6 Kiyokawa Senbonzakura (Hokuto): A Cherry Tree-Lined Road That Makes Driving Even More Enjoyable

This is a row of cherry trees along Prefectural Road 96. One thousand Somei Yoshino and mountain cherry trees, planted as part of a community greening project to create a famous cherry blossom spot, bloom magnificently. It's a delightful place for a leisurely stroll and also serves as a scenic driving course for many motorists.

7 Kamiiso Dam Park (Hokuto): Hanami Camping Under the Cherry Blossoms

The cherry blossom season at Kamiiso Dam Park is typically from early to late May. During this time, many varieties of cherry trees, such as Oyamazakura, Somei Yoshino, Kanzan, Naden, Fugenzo, and Ukon, are in full bloom. The park can also be used as a campground, and the vividly blooming hydrangeas around August are also popular.

8 Hachironuma Park (Hokuto): A Luxurious Moment of Relaxation Viewing Cherry Blossoms by the Pond

A place of relaxation full of nature, enveloped in the gentle scent of cherry blossoms in spring. It's a famous cherry blossom spot where families can enjoy hanami at a leisurely pace. In early spring, magnolia flowers begin to bloom, followed by cherry blossoms and azaleas. From early summer to autumn, when the greenery is vibrant, water lilies bloom beautifully.

9 Matsumae Park (Matsumae): A Living Cherry Blossom Encyclopedia Where You Can Also See Matsumae-Native Varieties

Matsumae Park is a large park that includes Matsumae Castle, Teramachi (temple town), and the tourist facility "Matsumae-han Yashiki." It is a famous cherry blossom spot with about 10,000 trees of 250 varieties. Cherry blossom lovers shouldn't miss the beautiful combination of the castle and cherry blossoms, the "Sakura Mihon-en" (Cherry Blossom Specimen Garden), which is like a living encyclopedia of cherry trees, and the "Sakura Shiryokan" (Cherry Blossom Museum), which is open during the Sakura Festival.

10 Ryuunin Temple (Matsumae): The Famous Ezo-kasumizakura Tree That Can Only Be Seen Here

Ryuunin Temple is the only temple that escaped being burned down during the Boshin War (Hakodate War). In its precincts, there is a famous cherry tree called "Ezo-kasumizakura." While Kasumizakura (haze cherry) trees are found throughout Japan, due to its historical background, Dr. Misao Tatewaki, a plant taxonomist and former professor at Hokkaido University, named the Kasumizakura in the precincts of Ryuunin Temple "Ezo-kasumizakura."

11 Kouzenji Temple (Matsumae): The Legendary Kechimyaku-zakura (Bloodline Cherry) Whose Story Is Still Told Today

Kouzenji Temple is said to have received its mountain name and priestly robes from Emperor Go-Mizunoo. The "Kechimyaku-zakura" in its precincts is a famous Naden cherry tree with a legend about the spirit of a cherry tree. It is an ancient tree estimated to be over 300 years old and is the parent tree of the "Naden" variety, which represents Matsumae's cherry blossoms.

12 Omonai Shrine & Omonai Observatory (Shiriuchi): A Grand Panorama Overlooking the Cherry Tree Avenue and the Tsugaru Strait

From Omonai Shrine and Omonai Observatory, you can overlook the Omonai Plain and the Tsugaru Strait. In spring, you can enjoy a grand panorama centered on the avenue of about 500 cherry trees in full bloom along a straight road of about 3 km.

13 Aobagaoka Park (Mori): A Variety of Cherry Blossoms Blooming in a Historic Park

Aobagaoka Park has about 1,000 cherry trees of 717 varieties, including Somei Yoshino, and you can also see unique species like "Mori Komachi." The "Sakura Festival" held every May attracts over 100,000 visitors. In addition to cherry blossoms, the "Kayabe no Kuribayashi" (Kayabe Chestnut Grove) within the park is designated as a natural monument of Hokkaido.

14 Sawara Flower Road (Mori): A Flower-Lined Road to Enjoy Double-Flowered Cherries and Seasonal Flowers

A flower-lined road that stretches for about 4 km along National Route 278. Starting with double-flowered cherry blossoms in late May, marigolds and salvias come into season one after another, and lavender blooms in summer. The flowering season continues until late October, delighting the eyes of many passersby.

15 Oniushi Park (Mori): A Perfect Rest Stop to Take a Break While Admiring Cherry Blossoms

A vast urban park where about 500 cherry trees bloom during the flower season. A roadside station is also attached, making it a popular rest stop for drivers along the national highway. From the observation and product hall plaza in the park, you can see not only Uchiura Bay but also Mt. Yotei and Mt. Usu.

16 Hokkeji Temple (Esashi): A Beautiful Contrast of the Sea and Weeping Cherry Trees

There is a large weeping cherry tree in the precincts of Hokkeji Temple, and the entire tree is in full bloom around Golden Week every year. Located on a hill, it is a popular spot for the beautiful contrast between the sea and the Sanmon gate of the Hiyama Bugyosho, the oldest building in Hokkaido.

17 Oshamambe Park - Tomino no Mori (Oshamambe): A Fantastical View of Cherry Blossoms Reflected on the Water's Surface

In spring, cherry blossoms and azaleas are in full bloom, and in summer, beautiful water lilies and irises adorn the waterside of a pond surrounded by natural stones. It is a vast comprehensive park with a wonderful view, a walking path "Tomino no Mori" for forest bathing, playground equipment, and sports facilities such as tennis courts.

18 Saranbe Park (Yakumo): Relaxing Hanami in a Park Where You Can Also Enjoy Park Golf

Saranbe Park is a place of relaxation and a walking spot for the residents of Yakumo. In spring, it is a popular hanami spot where about 2,500 cherry trees bloom. In addition, there is a pond, an outdoor stage, and a park golf course, making it a great place for family hanami.

19 Tamagawa Park (Setana): The Contrast of Daffodils and Cherry Blossoms

Tamagawa Park is located on a small hill with a view of the rich rice paddy landscape and Mt. Yura. In addition to cherry blossoms, it is a famous spot for daffodils, the town flower of Setana, with about 300,000 bulbs of about 30 varieties planted. The best time to see the "Daffodil Plaza" is from late April to mid-May, so if you time it right, you can enjoy the contrast of daffodils and cherry blossoms.

20 Imakane-cho Sogo Park (Imakane): A Popular, Idyllic Spot Overlooking Cherry Blossoms and Rural Scenery

Imakane-cho Sogo Park, located on the hill behind an elementary school, is known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms and azaleas and is a place of relaxation for the townspeople. From the observation facility in the park, you can overlook the townscape of Imakane and the rural scenery.