Apr 1, 2013 - 1 min read

Sakura Beauty in Hiroshima

Cherry blossoms at 4 popular spots in the city center

By JJ Walsh

Community writer

Hiroshima-jo (Hiroshima castle) shown surrounded by blossoms as seen from across the moat

groups picnicing under the canopy of pink flowers while taking in the castle view

The architecture of the castle as it sits high up is an impressive sight

The peace pagoda is said to house some of Buddha's ashes

There are outstanding views from the peace pagoda over the city and out to the islands in the seto-naikai beyond

people sitting in front of the peace pagoda under the cherry blossoms enjoying lunch

Mt.Ogonzan seen from a distance this time of year has bright patches of pink sakura trees

Great views of the islands beyond in the seto-naikai sea and the Mazda factory below

Hijiyama park is easy to access by street car or even a short walk from the station & offers the most Hanami options in Hiroshima city

Opposite the Modern Art Museum, many families were enjoying blossoms around the famous modern art Moore sculpture

Some areas around Hijiyama are quiet and others have stalls selling food and drink and BGM day and night during Hanami time.

After visiting many different locations in Spring around Hiroshima city over many years to view the beautiful cherry blossoms, here is a list of my top four Hanami (Cherry blossom viewing) spots in the city. If you are looking for a traditional view, sit under the blossoming trees around the moat of Hiroshima Castle. If you are looking for great views and don't mind a short hike up the mountain head to the Peace Pagoda, or for more views of the Seto-naikai sea walk or drive up Mt.Ogonzan. If you are looking for a variety of grassy picnic areas to choose from including a good playground and food and drink stalls, Hijiyama park is a great choice. All of these places offer fantastic blossoms and are great places to enjoy a hanami picnic.

Cherry Blossom in Chugoku

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Iain Stanley 9 years ago

nicely framed shot!!

Palupi Setiani 9 years ago

OMG I just realize Sakura bloom together in every distric of Japan,, Cherry Blossom everywhere in Japan at Cherry Blossom Season

Diana Vardanashvili 9 years ago

wow, you are rock!!! great photos!!! I really enjoyed it... thank you

Yik Kho 9 years ago

Ahh I would love to go when the sakura blooms again! :3

JJ Walsh Photographer 10 years ago

thank you for your comments- Sakura blossoms are still in bloom around the Hiroshima area, but with today's rain and yesterday's strong winds they are fading fast- hope you are able to catch some of these beautiful scenes while they last. Their fleeting nature makes them all the more special perhaps.

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