Mar 31, 2015 - 1 min read

Cherry Blossoms in Bloom at Kumamoto Castle

Sakura in full bloom at one of Japan's top 3 castles

By Mandy Bartok

Community writer

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The sakura outside the castle walls are almost more impressive than those within

This weekend (March 28th-29th, 2015) saw the flowers hit full bloom

A bride and groom pause to look at a photo taken of them under a cherry tree

The towers of Kumamoto castle can be seen through the petals

A view of the main keep

The castle is arguably the most popular hanami spot in town

A tunnel of sakura just outside the castle walls

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Kumamoto Castle sustained heavy damage during the 2016 earthquake. During the summer of 2021, the inner keep reopened after a 5-year reconstruction period. However, sitewide renovations are expected to continue until around 2038.

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Kumamoto Castle's sakura are in full bloom!

On these last few days of March 2015, the grounds of one of Japan's most impressive castles have been packed with picnickers, photographers and those looking to get out and enjoy the fabulous weather. The blooms hit their peak around March 29th and it remains to be seen how many will tumble during the predicted rain in the coming week. If you've never been to Kumamoto, make this your must-see springtime destination next year!

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Relinda Puspita 9 years ago

The castle covered by cherry blossom is so romantic.

Mandy Bartok Photographer 9 years ago

And despite the rain, the blossoms are still hanging on!

Leoni Setiamunadi 9 years ago

Saya ingin mengunjungi Kumamoto Castle yang dipenuhi bunga sakura indah pada musim semi pada tahun berikut.

Iain Stanley 9 years ago

going there this w/end. I hope they're still there!!

Mandy Bartok Photographer 9 years ago

I'll keep my fingers crossed for you! How do they look in Miyazaki right now?

Yui Yamaguchi 9 years ago

Thank you for updating from Kumamoto Castle! I really envy you, very beautiful.

Mandy Bartok Photographer 9 years ago

My pleasure, Yui! I am just glad we got to do ohanami before the rain came today. This morning, all of the trees on Jietaidori in Kengun looked gorgeous, but I am worried what the weather will do to them.

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