| Location | 19-1 Nishitsuchido-cho, Onomichi City, Hiroshima |
| Features | Selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan," this park symbolizes the hilly town of Onomichi. Approximately 1,500 cherry trees bloom from the 144-meter summit down the mountainside. Visitors can enjoy breathtaking views of the beautiful Onomichi Channel, passing ships, and the surrounding islands. The "carpet of sakura" seen from the ropeway is an absolute must-see. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 21-1 Motomachi, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima |
| Features | Nicknamed "Rijo" (Carp Castle), this historic site features about 440 Yoshino cherry trees surrounding its moats. The reconstructed castle keep and turrets provide a dignified historical backdrop for flower viewing. Despite being in the city center, it offers a peaceful atmosphere where the contrast between the sakura and the castle reflected on the water is truly stunning. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 2-11 Kaminobori-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima |
| Features | A historic scenic spot originally built as a villa for Asano Nagaakira, the daimyo of the Hiroshima Domain. Centered around Takuei-chi Pond, about 100 trees including Yoshino and Shidare-zakura (weeping cherry) adorn the landscape. Visitors can enjoy the elegant beauty unique to Japanese gardens, where the sakura harmonizes with traditional tea houses and the Koko-kyo Bridge. The nighttime illumination is particularly mystical. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Miyoshi-machi, Miyoshi City, Hiroshima |
| Features | Located on a hill overlooking the city of Miyoshi, this park is filled with approximately 600 cherry trees. The harmony between the panoramic view from the observatory and the blossoms is magnificent. At night, traditional paper lanterns (bonbori) are lit, allowing visitors to enjoy a nostalgic evening of flower viewing. While also famous for autumn colors, the spring brilliance here is exceptional. |
| Best Time | Early April |
| Location | Sunami-cho, Mihara City, Hiroshima |
| Features | One of the premier observatory spots for the "multi-island beauty" of the Setonaikai National Park. With about 2,000 trees planted near the summit, the view of the Seto Inland Sea islands through the blossoms is as beautiful as a painting. It is an ideal spot for flower viewing combined with hiking or driving. |
| Best Time | Early April |
| Location | 1 Higashihonmachi, Shobara City, Hiroshima |
| Features | Selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan." About 600 trees line the 4 km perimeter of Ueno Pond. The sight of lanterns and blossoms reflected on the water at night is praised as one of the most beautiful in western Japan. It is a wonderful place to enjoy the quiet elegance of spring while taking a leisurely stroll around the pond. |
| Best Time | Early April – Mid-April |
| Location | 1102 Tobari, Sera-cho, Sera-gun, Hiroshima |
| Features | A rare and famous spot for "Shidare-zakura" (weeping cherry trees). With about 250 weeping cherries, the walking paths feel like being under a pink shower. Since they bloom slightly later than Yoshino trees, it is a recommended tourist spot for those who want to extend their flower-viewing season. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | Hijiyama Park, Minami-ku, Hiroshima City, Hiroshima |
| Features | A hilltop park where art and nature merge, offering views of the city. With approximately 1,300 trees, it is a beloved place for locals to relax. The park houses the Hiroshima City Museum of Contemporary Art and the Manga Library, making it a perfect location to enjoy a picnic under the blossoms while appreciating art. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 1-1 Marunouchi, Fukuyama City, Hiroshima |
| Features | A highly convenient spot located right in front of Fukuyama Station. About 300 cherry trees bloom with the backdrop of the grand castle keep, which underwent major renovations in 2022. Its majestic form, visible even from the Shinkansen, is a symbol of Fukuyama. The combination of the illuminated keep and nighttime blossoms creates a mystical atmosphere despite its proximity to the station. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi City, Hiroshima |
| Features | The "Island of Gods," home to the World Heritage site Itsukushima Shrine. About 1,900 trees can be enjoyed across the island, including the area around the Taho-to pagoda and the park behind the shrine. The uniquely Japanese beauty formed by historical structures like the Great Torii Gate, the Five-Story Pagoda, and the sakura is unparalleled. The collaboration of deer and cherry blossoms is a charm exclusive to Miyajima. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
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