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Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival

福岡城さくらまつり（舞鶴公園の桜）

Approximately 1,000 cherry trees of 19 varieties in full bloom! The magical nighttime illumination is a must-see.

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Maizuru Park, home to around 1,000 cherry trees of 19 varieties such as Somei Yoshino, weeping cherry, and mountain cherry, becomes the stage for this event. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities including a stamp rally exploring the history of Fukuoka Castle, a petting zoo popular with children, and thrilling street performances. The gourmet area features around 90 food stalls and kitchen cars where you can enjoy delicious treats while viewing the blossoms. At night, the cherry blossoms and historic ruins are beautifully illuminated, offering a different, enchanting atmosphere from the daytime.

Best viewing period: Late March to early April
The blooming period may vary depending on weather conditions. Please check the latest information before visiting.
Admission fees apply to the illuminated areas: Sakura Garden, Otakayashiki Ruins, and Tamon Turret.

Main Events During the Festival

March 28 (Sat) & 29 (Sun): Special opening of Fukuoka Castle historic buildings
March 29 (Sun): Fukuoka Castle & Korokan Festival
(Fukuoka Castle & Korokan Stamp Rally, Sakura Petting Zoo, Sakura Street Performances, Sakura Tea House, Sakura Fair are held throughout the festival period)

Basic Information

Address (Japanese)	810-0043　福岡県福岡市中央区城内1
Address	1 Jonai, Chuo-ku, Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture
Telephone Number	092-602-2726（平日10:00～17:00）
Contact	Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival General Information (Available on Saturdays and Sundays during the festival period) Email: event@saku-hana.jp
Event Days	March 25 (Wed) – April 5 (Sun), 2026
Open	11:00–22:00 Illumination: 18:00–22:00 (Last admission at 21:45)
Price	Sakura Illumination (Paid Area) Admission: 600 yen per venue / 1,500 yen for a set of 3 venues Free for high school students and younger Special Viewing Pass: 3,000 yen (Includes access to 3 Sakura illumination venues + “SORA” at Ohori Park Japanese Garden)
Car Park	Available (paid)
Access	About an 8-minute walk from Akasaka Station or Ohori Park Station on the Fukuoka City Subway Airport Line About an 8-minute walk from “Fukuoka Castle / Korokan-mae” or “Fukuoka City Museum of Art East Entrance” bus stops (Nishitetsu Bus)
Website	Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival Official Website Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival Official Instagram Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival Official Facebook
Remarks	Please note that during the Fukuoka Castle Cherry Blossom Festival, some areas—including the Honmaru Square—require an admission fee.

＊Information on facilities is subject to change. Please check each official website for the latest information.

Area: Fukuoka Area

Category: Nature & Flowers

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