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Tsuruoka Park

The park, which was developed from the ruins of the castle where the Lord of Shonai's domain resided, has a magnificent row of cherry blossom trees along the moat.

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The castle ruins park was developed on the site of "Tsurugaoka Castle," where the Sakai family, the lords of the Shonai Domain, resided for about 250 years. A moat, stone walls, and old cedar trees that are thought to be several hundred years old remind us of the old days.

The park, selected as one of "The 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan", is planted with approximately 710 cherry trees, including someiyoshino cherry trees, yaezakura- cherry trees, and shidare-zakura- cherry trees, which are usually in full bloom from early to mid-April.
The "Tsuruoka Cherry Blossom Festival" is held when the cherry blossoms are in bloom, and lanterns and food stands are used to create a festive atmosphere. In addition to the cherry blossoms, the iris, and Japanese iris in the "Ayame Garden" and the "TAKI-FUJI" wisteria flowers that extend their vines from the giant cedar trees and bloom like a waterfall are beautiful flowers that bloom from season to season.

It is a Western-style building built in the Taisho period (1912-1926) with a distinctive red dome on the roof and white walls. Today, the park is an area where various historical and cultural attractions are gathered, including the "Taihokan Museum," which introduces the historical figures of Tsuruoka, "The Fujisawa Shuhei Memorial which collects materials on Shuhei Fujisawa, a historical novelist from Tsuruoka, and Shonai Shrine. Additionally, the park is home to a variety of historical and cultural attractions.

Highlights

  • The castle ruins park stretches over the site of the former ”Tsurugaoka Castle”.
  • The moat and stone walls remain, reminding us of the time when the castle was built.
  • The park is also home to approximately 710 cherry trees, selected as one of "The 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan," and other seasonal flowers.
  • The "Tsuruoka Cherry Blossom Festival" is held when the cherry trees bloom.
  • "The Taihokan Museum," a Taisho Period Western-style building, is located in the park.

Photos

  • Spring is the most popular season when the cherry blossoms along the moat are in full bloom.

    Spring is the most popular season when the cherry blossoms along the moat are in full bloom.

  • When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, the area will be illuminated.

    When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, the area will be illuminated.

  • "Ayame Garden" where irises and irises bloom coolly

    "Ayame Garden" where irises and irises bloom coolly

  • The park, which also has an AZUMAYA (shaded resting place) and a water feature, has become a place of relaxation for citizens

    The park, which also has an AZUMAYA (shaded resting place) and a water feature, has become a place of relaxation for citizens

  • Taihokan built in the park

    Taihokan built in the park

Official FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions have been vetted and answered directly by each listing.

Q

Do you have signs or pamphlets in foreign languages? (If you do, which languages are available?)

A

Sorry, we don’t.

Q

Are there parking lots in the area?

A

Yes. (Accommodates 290 vehicles)

Q

Are coin lockers available in the area?

A

No, there are no coin lockers.

Q

Are there restrooms in the area?

A

They are located at four locations in the park.

Reviews

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  • 簡蓉

    這是山形縣的知名賞櫻地點,來入境隨俗,一起在櫻花樹下享受美食,飲酒作樂哦✌️

  • Julie Mei

    鶴岡公園~園內除了有許多將近7百多棵的櫻花樹外,還有許多歷史遺址與文化遺產,吸引許多粉絲造訪喔👍

Details

Name in Japanese
鶴岡公園
Postal Code
997-0035
Address
4 Babacho, Tsuruoka City, Yamagata
Telephone
0235-25-2111 (Tsuruoka City Planning Department Park Management Division)
Holiday
Free to walk
Hours
Walk anytime
Admission
Free
Direction
10 min. by Shonai Kotsu Bus from JR Hanetsu Line Tsuruoka Station to Shiyakusho-mae stop, 2 min. walk.
Website
Official Website (English)