| Location | 1-1 Honmaru, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto |
| Features | One of the three premier castles in Japan, built by the legendary commander Kato Kiyomasa. The sight of about 800 Yoshino cherry trees alongside the massive stone walls known as "Musha-gaeshi" (warrior-repelling walls) is breathtaking. The cherry blossoms blooming with the castle tower in the background—a symbol of recovery from the earthquake—embody the history and resilience of Kumamoto. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 3226-1 Nakamatsu, Minamiaso Village, Aso District, Kumamoto |
| Features | A massive Yamazakura (wild cherry) tree boasting an age of approximately 400 years and a height of 14 meters. Legend says it was planted to mourn the souls of the lord of Yazaki Castle and his clan during the Sengoku period. Surrounded by a yellow carpet of rapeseed flowers and standing proudly against the backdrop of the Five Peaks of Aso, its presence is truly divine. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Iwano, Mizukami Village, Kuma District, Kumamoto |
| Features | Known as the "Ten Thousand Cherry Trees," this is one of Kyushu's top spots, with about 10,000 trees blooming along the 14km lake shore. In the center of the dam, one of Japan's largest fountains creates a stunning contrast with the pink blossoms. It is also a highly popular route for scenic drives. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Hanazono-cho, Uto City, Kumamoto |
| Features | Centering on Tachioka Pond and Hanazono Pond, which are said to have been constructed by Kato Kiyomasa, about 2,000 cherry trees line the water's edge. In full bloom, the sakura reflect on the water's surface, creating a mystical atmosphere. This is one of the best spots in the prefecture to enjoy cherry blossoms by the waterfront. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 8-1 Suizenji Koen, Chuo-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto |
| Features | A Momoyama-style stroll garden built over three generations starting with Lord Hosokawa Tadatoshi, the first lord of the Higo-Hosokawa Domain. Centering on a pond fed by the underground waters of Aso, the landscape replicates the fifty-three stations of the Tokaido road. Visitors can fully enjoy the harmony between the garden's refined beauty and the cherry blossoms. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 1598-1 Ryuganji, Tamana City, Kumamoto |
| Features | A nature-rich park located near the Tamana Onsen district. Approximately 1,500 Yoshino cherry trees dye the park pink. With a giant slide, tennis courts, and other leisure facilities, it is an ideal spot for families to combine outdoor activities with flower viewing. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 7-34 Matsuejyo-machi, Yatsushiro City, Kumamoto |
| Features | The ruins of a castle built by Hosokawa Tadaoki (Sansai) as a retirement home. Cherry blossoms bloom around the moat and the beautiful ruins built entirely of stone. At night, the illumination creates a serene scene where the stone walls reflected on the water whisper the history of the castle town, Yatsushiro. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 4-13-1 Hanazono, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto |
| Features | Located on the hill behind Honmyoji Temple, which enshrines Kato Kiyomasa. From the observatory where his bronze statue stands, you can see a panoramic view of Kumamoto City. It is a luxurious spot where you can enjoy history, a city panorama, and cherry blossoms all at once. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Fumoto-machi, Hitoyoshi City, Kumamoto |
| Features | The seat of the Sagara clan, who ruled for about 700 years from the Kamakura period to the Meiji Restoration. Along the Kuma River, the stone walls—featuring the only "Musha-gaeshi" style of its kind in Japan—are adorned by about 230 cherry trees. The scenery of the clear Kuma River, historic walls, and sakura is well worth a visit. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Waifu, Kikuchi City, Kumamoto |
| Features | A park established on the ruins of Moriyama Castle, the residence of the Kikuchi clan who were prominent during the Nanboku-cho period. About 3,000 trees of 22 varieties, including Yoshino and mountain cherry trees, bloom in succession, allowing for a long viewing season. The path of cherry trees leading from the approach to Kikuchi Shrine is exceptionally beautiful. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
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