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Overview
Hirosaki Park is located in Shimoshirogane-cho, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and is also known as Oyo Park. Centered on Hirosaki Castle within its grounds, it is renowned as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots. It is also listed among the 100 Best Urban Parks and 100 Best Historical Parks in Japan.
Highlights
- ●Hirosaki Castle within the park grounds
- ●One of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots
- ●Listed among the 100 Best Urban and Historical Parks in Japan
- ●Also known as Oyo Park
History
Hirosaki Park was laid out as a park in 1895. It centers on Hirosaki Castle within its grounds, and its city-planning name is Oyo Park. The grounds also include the Hirosaki City Museum and Aomori Gokoku Shrine.
Access
The park is located in Shimoshirogane-cho, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, and can be reached from the city center of Hirosaki.
Best season
Known as a cherry blossom destination, the park sees many cherry trees bloom in spring, while its scenery can be enjoyed throughout the year.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Enter the grounds and view Hirosaki Castle
- 2Stroll along the rows of cherry trees
- 3Visit the Hirosaki City Museum
- 4Stop by Aomori Gokoku Shrine
Did you know?
💡 The park's alternative name, Oyo, is written as Oyo-en in the municipal ordinance.
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