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Taineiji Temple

One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagato City. Enjoy the intoxicating sight of a famous temple and cherry blossoms.

Once called "Koya in the West," this is one of the oldest temples of the Soto sect of Buddhism. It is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Nagato City. In the spacious precincts, about 120 cherry trees are in full bloom, including those around the ruins of the temple gate, which is located just inside the temple, and around the Hakuren Pond, which spreads out in front of the gate. In particular, the area around Nagato Toyokawa Inari, located just past the gate, is especially picturesque, with light red Someiyoshino cherry blossoms covering the vermilion torii gate. During the blooming period, the shrine lights up bonbori (paper lanterns) at various places on the grounds to create an even more colorful atmosphere.
The shrine is also famous for its autumn foliage, which turns the entire shrine area into a beautiful brocade in autumn. It is also recommended to enjoy the autumn foliage at this ancient temple rich in nature, where wild deer come to play.

Flowering season: Usually from late March to early April.
Best time to see the cherry blossoms: Usually early April.
Someiyoshino cherry trees, yaezakura cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, etc.

Light up the cherry blossoms
Date & Time: Late March - early April 18:00-23:30
Location：Various locations within the precincts of Daneiji Temple

Taneiji Temple

• 1074-1, Fukagawa-Yumoto Monzen, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• Approx. 15 min. walk from JR Nagato Yumoto Sta.
• 0837-25-3469
• Free of charge

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Tsukimi River Park

Cherry trees along the river in full bloom for about 1 km.

The Fukagawa River runs north to south through the center of Nagato City. The 1 km stretch from Kanzukibashi Bridge to Midoribashi Bridge at the mouth of the river has been developed as "Kanzuki River Park" and is a place for citizens to relax. About 100 cherry trees are planted on both sides of the river, and when the cherry trees are in full bloom, it is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot that attracts many people. In addition to the roller skating rink, three-on-three court, and other properties popular with children, there are also walking paths and a waterside communion square for family fun.
The best time to visit is usually in late March, when the rape blossoms and cherry blossoms compete with each other. The sight of glossy pink flowers covering the yellow carpet created by rape blossoms is a must-see.

Flowering season: Usually from late March to early April.
Best time to see the cherry blossoms: Usually early April.
Type of cherry tree: Someiyoshino (Somei Yoshino)

Tsukimi River Park

• Higashifukagawa Shimogo, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• Approximately 8 minutes by car from JR Nagato City Station
• From JR Nagato Yumoto Station, take a bus. 5 min. walk from Shimogo Bus Stop.
• 0837-23-1137（Nagato City Tourism Policy Division, Economy and Tourism Department)
• Free of charge

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Omijima Cherry Blossom Village

The sight of the wide slope dyed pink is overwhelming.

Located in the center of the Kita Nagato Kaigan National Park, Aomi Island is also known as the Maritime Alps because of its stone pillars and oddly shaped rocks and monstrous stones. The "Cherry Blossom Village on Omijima," located in the center of the island, is one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in the prefecture. In 1989, cherry blossom owners were invited from Nagato City and beyond to plant approximately 1,000 someiyoshino cherry trees. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the hillside facing Shizuura is dyed pink all over, creating a powerful scene.

Flowering season: Usually from late March to early April.
Usually in early April.
Someiyoshino cherry trees, yaezakura cherry trees, etc.

Cherry Blossom Village on Aomi Island

• Senzaki Shizuura, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• About 12 minutes from JR Senzaki Station by car.
• Take a bus from JR Senzaki Station, get off at Shizugaura, and walk about 5 minutes.
• 0837-23-1137（Nagato City Tourism Policy Division, Economy and Tourism Department)
• Open only during the cherry blossom viewing period

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Ojiyama Park

Collaboration of cherry blossoms and the scenery of the hometown loved by the children's song poet Misuzu Kaneko

The southern tip of the island is Omijima, which is connected to the mainland by the Omi Ohashi Bridge. Ojiyama Park, located on a hill leading from the foot of the bridge, commands a panoramic view of the town of Senzaki, Nagato, the birthplace of the poet Misuzu Kaneko. This is a sightseeing spot visited by Misuzu fans throughout the year, but in spring, it becomes a cherry blossom viewing spot with approximately 100 cherry trees, including someiyoshino and yaezakura cherry trees. The cherry blossoms blooming gracefully against the backdrop of the port town are a sight to behold at least once. During the cherry blossom viewing season, the park is lit up with paper lanterns, allowing visitors to enjoy the cherry blossoms at night.

Blooming season: Usually from late March to early April.
Usually in early April.
Someiyoshino cherry trees and Yaezakura cherry trees

Light up
Date & Time: Usually late March - early April 17:00-22:00
Location：In Ojiyama Park

Ojiyama Park

• Senzaki-Odomari, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• Approximately 11 minutes from JR Senzaki Station by car.
• Take a bus from JR Senzaki Station, get off at Ojiyama Koen (Ojiyama Park), and walk about 1 minute.
• 0837-23-1137（Nagato City Tourism Policy Division, Economy and Tourism Department)
• Free of charge

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Tawarayama Shakunage-en

One of the largest rhododendron gardens in Japan, boasting 30,000 rhododendrons of about 170 varieties

This is a famous flower spot that won the grand prize in 2009 in the "Flower Tourist Attraction Creation Award" sponsored by the Japan Tourism Association (currently Japan Tourism Promotion Association), which commends areas that maintain flowery scenic spots and landscapes. 30,000 rhododendrons of about 170 species grow in colonies on a 5 ha site, and during the best viewing period in mid-April, red, white, yellow and pink rhododendrons are planted in the park. In mid-April, visitors can enjoy red, white, yellow, and pink rhododendrons. The charm of this area is that there are many varieties of rhododendrons, from early bloomers to late bloomers, so the best time to view them is long.
If you want to capture the colorful competition with your camera, it is recommended to take pictures looking up the hillside from the middle of the promenade. Local vegetables and processed products are sold on the premises, so you can buy souvenirs as well.

Flowering season: Usually from mid-April to mid-May.
Best time to see the flowers: Usually mid-April to late April.
Flower types: Japanese rhododendron, Rhododendron metternichii

Tawarayama Rhododendron Garden

• 4330 Tawarayama, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• Approximately 20 minutes by car from JR Nagato Yumoto Station
• Take a bus from JR Nagato City Station, get off at "Oishi" bus stop, and walk about 3 minutes.
• Not available for night viewing
• Free of charge
• 0837-23-1137（Nagato City Tourism Policy Division, Economy and Tourism Department)
• Free of charge

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Sugemuta Park

Exquisite scenic beauty of red azaleas, blue sky, and white propellers

This is a water park developed from an agricultural reservoir, and has become a hot spot in recent years for its spectacular view of azaleas. Visitors can take the stairs to the top of the hill where about 18,000 Kirishima azaleas are planted, and look down on the dense blooms of red, white, and pink flowers. The azaleas are arranged so that each row is the same color, creating a carpet of beauty. Surrounding the area is the Heki Wind Power Plant, one of the largest in western Japan, where you can take refreshingly composed photos with the power generation propellers in the background.
It is also located right next to "Senjojiki," a famous sightseeing spot, making it an attractive place to stop by while sightseeing. The "Hioki Azalea Festival in Senjidajiki" is usually held in late April, with a flea market and bazaar held at Senjidajiki.

Flowering season: Usually from late April to early May.
Best time to see the azaleas: Usually early May.
Kind of flowers】Kirishimatsutsuji (red, white, pink) and others

Sugemuta Park

• 2878-144 Hiokinaka, Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture MAP
• Approximately 7 minutes from Nagato Furuichi Station on the JR Sanin Honsen Line by car.
• Free of charge
• 0837-23-1137（Nagato City Tourism Policy Division, Economy and Tourism Department)
• Free of charge