Morioka Castle Ruins Park (Iwate Park)

Morioka City

Central Iwate

History / Culture Nature / Scenery

#Plum #hydrangea #Fuji #autumn leaves #Sakura

The historic site of Morioka Castle, which was the residence of the lord of the Nanbu domain. Morioka Castle was completed in 1633, during the reign of the 28th feudal lord, Shigenao.
It was a flat castle that used the Kitakami River, Shizukuishi River, and Nakatsu River as natural trenches, and was also called Fukugata Castle.
Today, the stone walls and pond remain, and the park is loved by citizens throughout the year as Morioka Castle Ruins Park.

Various trees and flowers decorate the four seasons, including cherry blossoms in the spring, colored leaves in the fall, and a plum grove.

Location: 020-0023 Morioka Ichimaru, Iwate Prefecture
Inquiries: NPO Green Counseling Room
TEL. 019-681-0722
FAX. 019-907-3521
Website: http://www.moriokashiroato.jp/
Other: [Access] 10 minutes by bus from Morioka Station, 20 minutes by car from Morioka IC on the Tohoku Expressway

Highlights
[Spring] Plum late March to early April
[Spring] Fuji May
[Summer] Hydrangea July

Cherry blossom information

Season: Usually from mid-April to early May
Related Events: [Morioka Sakura Festival]
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 - Tuesday, April 30, 2024
The lights will be turned on to coincide with the best time to see the cherry blossoms. Morioka Castle Ruins Park lighting time: 18:00-21:30
Parking: Paid parking available nearby
Latest status: Cherry blossoms in bloom

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