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Ōnogawa River along of cherry blossom tree-lined street
On both sides of the town road Hongokawaramachi-dori line, which runs north-south along the Ono River, there are approximately 100 cherry trees, centered on Somei Yoshino. These cherry trees were planted by the town in Showa 34 (1959), to commemorate the marriage of the then Crown Prince (current Emperor), and seedlings cultivated for about 5 years were ordered and planted with the cooperation of town residents.
Initially, about 150 trees were planted, but due to subsequent road maintenance and river improvement, they were cut down or some withered, and the number decreased. At that time, along the Ono River, sheep were often released, and it is also said that the seedlings were damaged.
The age of the trees has also passed 50 years, and every year, they are in full bloom in early May. To make this cherry tree-lined street a pedestrian paradise and enjoy night cherry blossom viewing, the illuminated cherry trees "Yozakura in Ono" were continued for 8 years from Showa 63. Also, on the embankment from Hongobashi Bridge to Kashimabashi Bridge, 37 young double-flowered cherry trees with a trunk diameter of about 30 centimeters are planted, and the signpost says "Heisei Emperor Enthronement Commemorative Trees," and these are cherry trees planted in Heisei 1 (1989).
From late April to early May, cherry trees line 300m from Honmachi Seseragi Park to the Sports Center and compete in bloom. A cherry blossom tunnel can also be enjoyed.
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Location
Hokuto City Honcho Ōno River along of cherry blossom tree-lined street
Access
・Approximately 10 minutes by car from JR Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station
・Approximately 35 minutes by car from JR Hakodate Station
・Approximately 30 minutes by car from Hakodate Airport
・Approximately 5 minutes on foot from Hakodate Bus Sogo-Buncho-mae
*The information listed is current as of March 2025.
*The information posted may be subject to change, so please check the official website for details.

