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Moriokashidare at Ryukokuji Temple (National Natural Monument)

Morioka City

Central Iwate

Sightseeing SpotsNature/Scenery/GardensShrines / Temples
#Sakura

    Takuboku Ishikawa's maternal uncle was the temple's chief priest from 1890 to 1898, and it is said that Takuboku often visited here as a boy and received instruction in poetry.
    Within the precincts is the national natural monument, the Moriokashidare, which is a sight to behold in the spring.

    residence/location
    7-2 Nasukawacho, Morioka City, Iwate Prefecture, 020-0016
    Inquiries
    （Morioka Convention & Visitors Association
    TEL. 019-604-3305
    FAX. 019-653-4417
    Website
    http://www.odette.or.jp/Open in new tab

    Cherry blossom information

    Season
    Usually from mid-April to late April
    Features
    The Morio kashidare-zakura (weeping cherry tree) on the temple grounds is a national natural monument with the northernmost limit.
    Parking
    Paid parking available nearby
    Latest status
    Cherry blossoms in bloom
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