Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden

Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden is a large green space within the castle grounds in Aomori Prefecture with multiple sections displaying different plant varieties. The garden contains numerous trees and flowering plants arranged across different areas that showcase various botanical collections.

The castle was built in 1611 by the Tsugaru Clan as a major power center in northern Japan. The garden developed later on these historic grounds and became an important botanical collection for the region.

The garden serves as a gathering space for the community, especially when thousands of cherry trees bloom in spring and people come together for traditional celebrations. The way locals use this space during these times shows how important it is for seasonal festivities and social connections.

The garden is open from April through November and offers visitors barrier-free facilities plus staff who speak multiple languages. You can purchase a combined ticket that covers entry to both the garden and the castle.

The garden is home to a tree more than 500 years old whose name matches a character from the anime Demon Slayer. This connection has drawn attention from anime fans to this particular part of the garden.

Location: Hirosaki

Official opening: May 1988

Address: 〒036-8356　青森県弘前市大字下白銀町1

Website: http://hirosakipark.or.jp/plant

GPS coordinates: 40.60513,140.46620

Latest update: December 6, 2025 19:04