| Location | 9700-1 Yoshino-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | A former villa of the Shimazu clan, designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This grand landscape garden uses Sakurajima as a "borrowed scenery" hill and Kagoshima Bay as its pond. Starting with the Kanhizakura (Taiwan cherry) in late January, several varieties of cherry blossoms bloom in succession until early April, creating a stunning fusion of history and nature. |
| Best Time | Early February – Early April |
| Location | 22 Shiroyama-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | A panoramic viewpoint offering a sweeping view of Kagoshima City and Sakurajima. This mountain is deeply historical as the final battlefield of the Satsuma Rebellion (Seinan War). Cherry blossoms line the trails leading to the observatory, making it a popular spot to enjoy both the city nightscape and evening cherry blossoms. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 2484-193 Oguchiharada, Isa City, Kagoshima |
| Features | Recognized as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan." Located within the grounds of a shrine dedicated to the brave Sengoku commander Niino Tadamoto, it features a magnificent 2km avenue of approximately 1,000 cherry trees. At night, over 1,000 lanterns are lit, creating a truly mystical atmosphere. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 3201 Nakano, Yokogawa-cho, Kirishima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | Situated on a hill with a spectacular view of the Kirishima Mountain Range, this park features about 2,000 Yoshino cherry trees. With facilities like go-karts and large playground equipment, it is one of the prefecture's top leisure spots where families can enjoy a full day of hanami activities. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 1247-1 Minato, Ichikikushikino City, Kagoshima |
| Features | About 1,000 cherry trees, including Yoshino, surround the pond. During full bloom, the "upside-down sakura" (sakura reflecting on the water's surface) is stunningly beautiful, attracting many photography enthusiasts from across the country for its poetic and tranquil scenery. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 3882 Kiyomizu, Kawanabe-cho, Minamikyushu City, Kagoshima |
| Features | A historical park famous for the "Kiyomizu Magaibutsu" (Buddhist carvings on rock walls) dating back to the Heian period. The unique landscape features cherry blossoms blooming along the river alongside these ancient carvings. It is also a popular spot for camping during the summer. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 5669-1 Hirakawa-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | In the "African Savanna" area right by the entrance, visitors can see the rare sight of giraffes and zebras with cherry blossoms in the background. The park houses about 800 cherry trees, allowing visitors to enjoy flower viewing while observing animals like koalas. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | Around Minato and Yunohama, Ibusuki City, Kagoshima |
| Features | In the tropical city of Ibusuki, Kanhizakura blossoms begin coloring the streets as early as January. In particular, "Central Park Ibusuki" near the port and the riverside promenades are well-known spots perfect for a stroll after relaxing in the famous hot springs. |
| Best Time | Early February – Late March |
| Location | 1703-30 Kokubun-uenohara, Kirishima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | The site of one of Japan's largest settled communities from approximately 9,500 years ago. Cherry blossoms are scattered across a vast lawn, where visitors can enjoy picnics while feeling the presence of ancient history. The panoramic view of Sakurajima from this high altitude is exceptional. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 4-1 Shiroyama-cho, Kagoshima City, Kagoshima |
| Features | The former seat of the Shimazu clan of the Satsuma Domain. The combination of the "Goromon" (the largest reconstructed castle gate in Japan) and the cherry blossoms along the moat is a scene that symbolizes the history of Satsuma. Visitors can also see bullet holes on the stone walls left from the Satsuma Rebellion. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
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