Kakuzan Park

Kakuzan Park is a historical park in Tsuyama featuring remnants of stone walls, a reconstructed watchtower, and around 1000 cherry trees distributed across multiple levels of terraced grounds. The site spreads over different elevations and creates a multi-layered garden landscape.

The original Tsuyama Castle began construction in 1604 under lord Mori Tadamasa and required twelve years to complete the fortification complex. The castle compound was a major power center for the region during that period.

The park hosts traditional tea ceremonies and seasonal celebrations, especially when cherry blossoms create pink canopies over the walkways in spring. Visitors experience local customs and festival gatherings firsthand here.

The park is reachable in about 10 minutes on foot from Tsuyama Station and offers access to all areas for different mobility levels. It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes, as the grounds feature multiple levels and pathways with varying inclines.

The main watchtower was reconstructed in 2005 using original architectural plans from the 17th century, showing how carefully historical details were preserved. This rebuilding makes the original architecture experienceable again for visitors today.

Location: Sange

Official opening: 1900

Part of: Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots, 100 Best Historical Parks in Japan

GPS coordinates: 35.06153,134.00561

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:51