[2025 Yonezawa Attraction] Travel Guide for Yonezawa Castle Ruins / Matsugasaki Park (Updated Apr)

Lotus pond Lotus flowers are abundant in the northwest part of the moat around Matsugasaki Park and Uesugi Shrine! I thought that lotuses bloom from mid-June to early August, but depending on the location and climate, they were in full bloom even in late August. I also thought that the best time to see lotus flowers was in the morning, but I was able to see many flowers even during the lunch hour. You can get quite close to see them. The address of Matsugasaki Park and Uesugi Shrine is Marunouchi 1-chome, Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture. It is about 23 minutes from Minami Yonezawa Station and 27 minutes from Yonezawa Station. #Yamagata #Yonezawa #Summer trip #Hanami

#HotPlacesInJapan A park located in Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture It was opened in 1956 on the site of the Yonezawa Castle main citadel, where moats and stone walls remain The park is home to the Uesugi family's historical remains °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• ①Uesugi Shrine Located almost in the center of Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture, Uesugi Shrine was built on the site of the Yonezawa Castle main citadel, with Uesugi Kenshin as its deity In honor of Uesugi Kenshin, the shrine is dedicated to bringing good luck, fulfilling wishes, It is said to bring good luck in academic success and business prosperity. In a fire in 1919, the temple grounds were completely burned down, and in 1923, the current main hall and treasure hall "Keishoden" were rebuilt with a design by Dr. Chuta Ito, a native of Yonezawa City. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• ② Fukutoku Inari Shrine Founded in 1725 inside the Zao Hall of a temple in Ninomaru. When Uesugi Shrine was built on the site of the main citadel of Yonezawa Castle in 1876, it became a subordinate shrine and was moved to the grounds of Uesugi Shrine, and at the same time, Sannomaru Inari, which Uesugi Yozan had a deep faith in, was enshrined there. Uesugi Shrine was completely burned down in a fire in 1919, but Fukutoku Inari was the only one that escaped the fire. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• ③ Approach There is a military flag with the characters "Bi" and "Ryu" written on Maizuru Bridge. °•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°•°• Access 📍1-4-13 Marunouchi, Yonezawa City, Yamagata Prefecture 992-0052 📍About 2.5km from Yonezawa Station, about 10 minutes by bus or taxi 📍About 5km from Yonezawa Kita IC on the Tohoku Chuo Expressway, about 15 minutes #Yamagata #Yonezawa #Temples and shrines #Domestic travel #Solo travel

Takatsuki Castle Ruins Park is a fantastic cherry blossom destination that combines historical charm with scenic beauty. Located in Takatsuki City, this park sits on the former site of Takatsuki Castle, offering visitors a glimpse into Japan’s feudal past while enjoying the breathtaking sakura blooms. The cherry trees are scattered across the park, with some lining the stone pathways and others framing the remnants of the old castle walls. The elevated position of the park provides stunning views of the city, especially when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The relaxed and uncrowded atmosphere makes it an excellent spot for a peaceful hanami (flower viewing) picnic. Additionally, there are benches and open spaces where visitors can sit and take in the beautiful surroundings. If you love history and nature, Takatsuki Castle Ruins Park is a wonderful place to experience Osaka’s cherry blossoms in a unique and picturesque setting.