Tenshōchi

The Tenshochi Park stretches along the Kitakami River for 2 kilometers with 10,000 cherry trees and 100,000 azalea bushes creating rows of pink flowers.

Established in 1920 through a cherry tree planting initiative, the park received recognition in 1990 as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom viewing locations.

The Michinoku Folk Village within the park contains 29 preserved historical buildings that demonstrate traditional Japanese architectural styles and living practices.

Visitors can access the park via a 20-minute walk from JR Kitakami Station, with parking available for 300 vehicles and special fees during cherry blossom season.

The park displays a large restored sailing vessel called Hirata-bune, representative of the traditional boats used by the Nambu clan on the Kitakami River.

Location: Kitakami

Part of: Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots

GPS coordinates: 39.28099,141.12925

Latest update: March 3, 2025 02:32