Famous Sakura Spots in Kagawa

Ritsurin Garden

Location	1-20-16 Ritsurin-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa
Features	A designated Special Place of Scenic Beauty, this circuit-style daimyo garden dates back to the early Edo period. About 320 cherry trees, including Yoshino, add seasonal color to the beauty described as "ippo ikkei" (a new view with every step). During the nighttime illumination, the contrast between the "upside-down sakura" reflected on the pond and the meticulously maintained green pines is mystical.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Mt. Shiude (Shiudeyama)

Location	451-1 Ohama Otsu, Takuma-cho, Mitoyo City, Kagawa
Features	Standing at 352 meters on the Shonai Peninsula, which juts out into the Seto Inland Sea. Approximately 1,000 cherry trees dye the summit pink. The breathtaking view of the blue sea, the multi-island beauty, and the blossoms has been featured in international media. It is a spot that symbolizes the serene spring scenery of the Setouchi region.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Kinbuchi Forest Park

Location	1210-3 Teramine, Higashi-ueda-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa
Features	A vast forest park surrounding Kinbuchi Pond. The 500-meter-long tunnel of sakura along the main avenue is a highlight, perfect for enjoying blossoms while strolling. Various spring flowers like tulips also bloom simultaneously, making it an excellent location for family picnics.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Tamamo Park (Takamatsu Castle Ruins)

Location	2-1 Tamamo-cho, Takamatsu City, Kagawa
Features	Known as one of Japan's Three Great Water Castles, Takamatsu Castle features moats filled with seawater. Against the backdrop of the Important Cultural Property turrets, Yoshino cherry trees bloom beautifully. With about 76 trees centered in the "Sakura-no-Baba" (cherry blossom riding ground), visitors can enjoy historical ambiance combined with the openness of a seaside castle.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Asahiyama Forest Park

Location	3829-141 Shimomasa, Takase-cho, Mitoyo City, Kagawa
Features	Located near the summit of Mt. Asahi, this is a popular Mitoyo spot with about 2,000 cherry trees. The castle-shaped observatory at the peak serves as a landmark and offers a 360-degree panoramic view. The collaboration between the Sanuki Plain, the Seto Inland Sea, and the sakura covering the mountain is magnificent.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Kikaku Park

Location	1670 Nagao Me, Sanuki City, Kagawa
Features	The highlight is the 300-meter row of cherry trees along the approach to Usa Shrine in the middle of Miyaike Pond. About 1,000 trees line both sides of the pond, and the pink contrast reflected on the water is incredibly elegant. It has long been a favorite local sakura spot representing the eastern Sanuki area.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Mannoike Forest Park

Location	Kanno, Manno Town, Nakatado District, Kagawa
Features	A park stretching along the shores of Mannoike, one of Japan's largest irrigation ponds. About 3,000 cherry trees are planted across the vast grounds, where visitors can relax and enjoy hanami on the lawn areas. Set in a nature-rich environment, it is highly recommended for spring walks combined with hiking or forest bathing.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Kiyama Park (Sakaide)

Location	Kiyama, Fuchu-cho, Sakaide City, Kagawa
Features	Located near the summit of Mt. Kiyama, which straddles Sakaide and Marugame. About 600 cherry trees bloom here, with an observatory offering breathtaking views of the Great Seto Bridge. Visitors can experience historical romance while exploring the ruins of the ancient mountain fortress, "Kiyama-jo."
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Marugame Castle

Location	Ichibancho, Marugame City, Kagawa
Features	Famous for having the highest stone walls in Japan, it is often described as a "Castle of Stone." Surrounding the Important Cultural Property castle keep, about 650 Yoshino cherry trees bloom in full glory. The view of the sakura while looking up at the towering stone walls, or the vista of Mt. Iino (Sanuki Fuji) from the keep, is truly spectacular.
Best Time	Late March – Early April

Michi-no-Eki Kotohiki Square

Location	3-36 Ariake-cho, Kan'onji City, Kagawa
Features	A square adjacent to Kotohiki Park, famous for the giant "Zenigata Sunae" (