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8 recommended cherry blossom viewing spots in the suburbs of Obihiro and Kushiro in 2024! Cherry blossom viewing with family and friends
In the suburbs of Obihiro and Kushiro, there are many spots where you can enjoy barbecues and outdoor activities along with cherry blossoms, allowing you to relax and enjoy cherry blossom viewing with your family and friends. In this article, we will introduce 8 cherry blossom viewing spots near Obihiro and Kushiro. There are also places where you can see late-blooming cherry blossoms, so you can enjoy cherry blossoms for a long period of time in addition to other areas!
Forecast of Cherry Blossoms in Obihiro and Kushiro Suburbs in 2024
Obihiro suburbs Estimated blooming date: around 4/25 Estimated full blooming date: around 4/27 (as of 4/17)
Kushiro suburbs: Estimated blooming date: around 5/7 Estimated full-blooming date: around 5/10 (as of 4/3)
(For the latest blooming forecast, please refer to the article below)
( 1) Betsuho Park (Kushiro Town), said to be the late blooming cherry blossom viewing spot in Japan
Camping surrounded by cherry blossoms in full bloom at Ondobetsu-cho Ikoi no Mori Campground & Fureai no Mori (Kushiro City)
Kokutaiji Temple (Atsugishi-cho): Cherry trees over 180 years old that have carved a history together with the temple.
Nenohi Park (Atsugishi-cho), where you can see many Ezo-yamazakura cherry trees and the view of Atsugishi-Bay. 5.
Suzuran Park (Otogi Town), a park on a small hill where you can observe cherry blossoms and wildlife.
Kiyomigaoka Park (Ikeda Town), a relaxing plaza with a tunnel of cherry blossoms
Midorigaoka Park (Obihiro City), a park with exercise facilities for active cherry blossom viewing
Shimizu Park (Shimizu Town), a cherry blossom viewing spot with a spectacular view of the Tokachi Plain
1 Betsubo Park (Kushiro Town), a cherry blossom viewing spot said to be the latest in Japan
This park is loved by many people as a famous spot for the latest cherry blossoms in Japan. The cherry blossom festival held every May allows visitors to fully enjoy cherry blossom viewing while enjoying local entertainment and other events. The park is also a perfect place for families to spend a holiday, as it is equipped with a water playground, barbecue, park golf, an administration building with a store, a cooking building, and flush toilets.
Location: 78, Minami 24-line, Betsuho Plain, Kushiro-cho, Kushiro-gun
For details and map information of Betsubo Park, click here.
2 Camping surrounded by cherry blossoms in full bloom "Ondobetsu-cho Ikoi no Mori Campsite & Fureai no Mori (Kushiro City)
This campground is surrounded by a forest that is famous for its cherry blossoms in spring. It is equipped with bungalows and a barbecue area that can accommodate up to about 60 people. Nearby is a mountain stream where you can fish and play in the water, making it an enjoyable outdoor experience while viewing the cherry blossoms. The adjacent "Fureai-no-mori" forest is a scenic spot selected as one of the "Eight New Views of Otobetsu," and the autumn foliage is also magnificent.
Business hours: Late April through the end of October IN 9:00 ~ / OUT ~17:00 *Check-in for bungalows is from 15:00 to 19:00.
Fees: Tent sites and barbecue corner free of charge / Bungalows charged
Please check the official website for other fee details.
Location: Chachabetsu, Ondobetsu-cho, Kushiro City
Click here for details and map information of "Ondobetsu-cho Ikoi no Mori Campsite & Fureai no Mori (Forest of Relaxation Campsite & Fureai no Mori)".
3 Kokutaiji Temple (Atsugishi-cho): Cherry trees over 180 years old that have carved a history together with the temple
Kunitaiji, the oldest temple in East Hokkaido, is nestled in Cape Barasan. The precincts of Kokutaiji are one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Hokkaido, and one of the most beautiful cherry trees is an old cherry tree with dark-colored blossoms. The tree is over 180 years old and is called "Oyama-zakura" in Japanese, with a height of about 10 meters and a trunk circumference of about 3 meters, with long branches extending out in all directions.
Location: 1 Wangetsu, Atsugishi-cho, Atsugishi-gun
For details and map information of Kunitaiji Temple, click here.
4 "Nenohi Park (Atsugishi-cho)" overlooking Ezoyamazakura and Atsugishi Bay
Over a thousand Ezo Yamazakura (Oyama cherry) trees, which are the town's trees, are planted in this park overlooking Lake Atsugishi, making it a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. In addition to Ezo-yamazakura and Yae-zakura cherry trees, visitors can also see the Fugenzou cherry tree, which is rare in Hokkaido. Events such as the "Cherry Blossom and Oyster Festival" in spring and the "Oyster Festival" in autumn are also held here.
Location: 6-9, Bendou, Atsugishi-cho, Atsugishi-gun
For details and map information on Nenohi Park, click here.
5 Observe cherry blossoms and wildlife in a park on a small hill "Suzuran Park (Otogi Town)
Located on a small hill near the Tokachi-ohashi Bridge, Suzuran Park is a popular spot for cherry blossom viewing in spring, and in early June, visitors can see lily of the valley in lovely and pretty bloom. The park is also home to wild birds and Ezo squirrels, and is surrounded by nature.
Location: Suzuran Park, Ondo-cho, Kawato-gun
For details and map information of Suzuran Park, click here.
6 "Kiyomigaoka Park (Ikeda Town)," a relaxing plaza where a tunnel of cherry blossoms welcomes visitors.
In spring, about 600 Ezo-yamazakura cherry trees create a tunnel of flowers in Kiyomigaoka Park. The park golf course located in the 14-hectare park can be played for free, and the barbecue house "Seisho-tei" is a place for the town's residents to relax.
Hours of operation
Park golf course: Usually from May 1 to late October, from 6:00 a.m. to sunset *Three times in two weeks, the course is temporarily closed for lawn mowing.
Seisho-tei: Usually from May 1 to late October, until 10:00 p.m.
Fee: Free of charge
Location: Kiyomigaoka, Ikeda-cho
For more information about Seimigaoka Park and map information, click here.
7 Active cherry blossom viewing in a park complete with sports facilities "Midorigaoka Park (Obihiro City )
One of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Obihiro City, this park is beautiful with cherry blossoms in spring and autumn leaves in fall. Other attractions include Ezo squirrels, wild birds, and a rich variety of wild plants and animals such as fuchu-jyu (fuchu-jyu) and oubayuri (Japanese day lilies). There is also a "wildflower garden" where visitors can observe about 380 species of plants native to Tokachi, and an 8-hectare lawn "Green Park" where visitors can enjoy a sense of openness that they cannot experience in the city.
Business hours: *Please check the official website for details on the hours of operation of each facility in the park.
Fee: Free admission to the park *Admission to the Museum of Art, Centennial Hall, Zoo, and Children's Hall are subject to a fee.
Location: 2 Midorigaoka, Obihiro City
Click here for details and map information of Midorigaoka Park.
8 Shimizu Park (Observation Park Golf Course) (Shimizu Town), a superb cherry blossom viewing spot overlook ing the Tokachi Plain
Located on a hill overlooking Shimizu City, Shimizu Park offers wonderful seasonal views of beautiful cherry blossoms in spring, lush greenery in summer, colorful autumn leaves in fall, and white snow in winter. There is also a park golf course with a spectacular view of the Tokachi Plain, and many people gather here to experience various outdoor activities.
Location: 56-1, Aza Shimizu 3rd line, Shimizu-cho, Kamikawa-gun
Click here for details and map information of "Shimizu Park (Park Golf Course with a View)
When viewing cherry blossoms, please follow the rules and regulations set forth by each facility and community so that everyone can enjoy the event in a pleasant atmosphere!
The estimated dates of bloom and full bloom are current at the time of publication. Please check the latest information before visiting the area.