[2025 Joetsu Attraction] Travel Guide for Takada Castle Site Park Sannomaru Lawn (Updated Jun)

Takada Castle Site Park in Niigata turned into a dreamland during sakura season. As dusk fell, 4,000 cherry trees lit up under a million lanterns, their reflections shimmering in the moat like stars on water. It wasn’t just a cherry blossom viewing—it was a light symphony wrapped in petals. A stroll through the illuminated path felt like walking through poetry. #cherryblossom25 has never been more radiant.

📝 Overview Takada Castle Park in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, is a famous cherry blossom spot where about 4,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom. Every spring, the Takada Castle Park Cherry Blossom Viewing Party is held, attracting many tourists. In particular, the illuminated cherry blossoms at night are counted as one of the "Three Great Night Cherry Blossoms in Japan," and you can enjoy their fantastic beauty. ✨ Recommended points * One of the three great night cherry blossoms in Japan * The illuminated cherry blossoms at night are breathtakingly beautiful. * You can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere that is different from the daytime. * Collaboration between Takada Castle's three-story turret and cherry blossoms * The contrast between the illuminated Takada Castle's three-story turret and the cherry blossoms is sure to make a great photo! * The cherry blossoms reflected in the moat are also beautiful. * Sakura Road * Sakura Road, which is like a cherry blossom tunnel, is perfect for a stroll. * Enjoy a picnic during the day and the illuminated cherry blossoms at night. * Street stalls * During the festival, there will be a line of street stalls, giving you a festival atmosphere. * You can also enjoy local gourmet food and souvenirs. 👀 Check out these! * Takada Castle Cherry Blossom Viewing Party for One Million People * The Takada Castle Cherry Blossom Viewing Party is held every year from late March to mid-April, and various events are held. * It is recommended to visit during cherry blossom season. * History of Takada Castle Park * Takada Castle Park is where Takada Castle once stood. * You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while feeling the history. * Nearby tourist spots * There are plenty of tourist spots around Takada Castle Park, such as the remains of Kasugayama Castle and Gochi Kokubunji Temple. * You can enjoy sightseeing in Joetsu in addition to cherry blossom viewing. 🌸Best time to see the waterfalls * Late March to mid-April ℹ️Information * Address: 6-1 Honjo-cho, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture * Access: * About 15 minutes on foot from Takada Station on the Echigo Tokimeki Railway * About 10 minutes from Joetsu Takada IC on the Joshinetsu Expressway * Opening hours: Open 24 hours * Fee: Free 🚗Sightseeing information in the area * Kasugayama Castle ruins * The remains of the castle of Uesugi Kenshin, a warlord from the Warring States period. * A spot where you can feel the history. * Gochi Kokubunji Temple * A historic temple founded in the Nara period. * The three-story pagoda is designated as an Important Cultural Property of Japan. * Joetsu City Aquarium Museum Umigatari * Dolphin shows and penguin exhibits are popular. * A recommended spot for families. 🖋️Summary Takada Castle Park is a recommended spot in spring where you can enjoy one of Japan's three major night cherry blossom viewing spots. Be sure to visit and enjoy the fantastic cherry blossom scenery. #SeasonalPlacesInJapan #Sakura2025

📍Takada Castle Park, Niigata Takada Castle Park in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, has 4,000 cherry trees planted within the park, and at night, the three-story turret and cherry trees are illuminated by the light of lanterns and reflected on the water surface of the moat, making it one of the "Three Great Night Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The cherry blossoms at Takada Castle Park began in 1909, when 2,200 cherry trees were planted by the Veterans Association to commemorate the entry of the former 13th Division of the Imperial Japanese Army into the castle. Currently, a cherry blossom viewing event is being held in the park. I came to Takada Castle Park looking forward to this cherry blossom viewing party, but the cherry blossoms were late this year and there were still many cherry blossoms in bud😇 But the cherry blossoms in front of the Mie Yagura were in full bloom🌸 (Photo: April 5, 2024) The park has an area of ​​about 50 hectares, and is said to be one of the largest parks in the country located in the center of the city🤍 There are many stalls set up in the park, so you can enjoy the festival atmosphere😘 Add some excitement to your daily life:🌙- - 🌸Takada Castle Park Cherry Blossom Viewing Party🌸March 29th (Fri) - April 14th (Sun), 2024 📍 Takada Castle Park📮 44-1 Honjo-cho, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture🚌 Cherry blossom viewing shuttle bus available from Takada Station ⇔ Takada Library bus stop🅿️ Parking available (free, paid)🚃 About 15 minutes walk from Takada Station on the Echigo Tokimeki Railway #Sakura2024 #CherryBlossoms #Niigata #NiigataTrip #NiigataTourism #DomesticTrip #BeautifulSights