Hirosaki Castle Botanical Garden, Japanese botanical garden at Hirosaki Castle, Aomori Prefecture, Japan.
Description
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.
History
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.
Culture
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.
Practical
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.
Did you know?
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.
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