【Cherry blossoms in Osaka】Must-visit places and the timings to enjoy the cherry blossoms

From the end of May to mid-April, many people go out to enjoy the beautiful cherry blossoms.
Today, we will introduce you the must-see spots to enjoy cherry blossoms in Osaka.

Enjoy the collaboration of Important Cultural Property and the cherry blossoms at 
Osaka Castle Park

Source: Osaka Castle

This place is one of the most popular places to enjoy the cherry blossoms in Osaka.
It is famous as a place to enjoy cherry blossoms, and the total number of trees are about 3000 trees. (About 300 of those trees are located in the Nishinomaru Garden)
The trees surrounding the castle are of many kinds, including Yoshino Cherry.

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From sunset to 11 pm, the park will have illumination to enjoy the cherry blossoms in the night.
The spectacular combination of the castle, cherry blossoms, and the lightings will invite a romantic atmosphere for people to enjoy!

Season: End of May to Mid- April
Address: Osakajo, Chuo-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka-fu
※Please refer to the homepage for further details about the cherry blossoms.
【Osaka Castle Park URL】
http://osakacastlepark.jp/index.html

Enjoy the wide range of cherry blossoms at 
Japan Mint

Source: Japan Mint

This place is also famous for its cherry blossoms.
Here, you can walk through the gate of cherry blossoms.
There are a wide variety of cherry blossoms, and about 130 types bloom every year.

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Among all the cherry blossoms, one type of cherry blossom will get chosen as the “Cherry blossom of the year.” What will this year’s cherry blossoms be?
There are many foods stands as well to entertain the visitors!

Season: Mid-April (※The area is open for a limited time, so please refer to the homepage before visiting.)
Address: 1-1-79 Tenma, Kita-Ku, Osaka-shi
※Please refer to the homepage for further information about the cherry blossoms.
【Japan Mint URL】
http://www.mint.go.jp/

One of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites at 
Expo Commemoration Park

Source: Expo Commemoration Park

In Expo Commemoration Park, there are over 5,000 cherry blossoms of 9 kinds including Yoshino Cherry and Weeping Cherry.
This place is designated as one of Japan’s top 100 cherry blossom viewing sites along with Osaka Castle Park and Japan Mint.
The view is completely different between day and night, and visitors can enjoy two sceneries at one location!

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By the Higashioji street, 500 cherry blossoms are lit up to form a beautiful scenery.

Season: End of March to Mid-April
Address: Senribanpakukoen, Suita-shi, Osaka-fu
※Please refer to the homepage for further information about the cherry blossoms.
【Expo Commemoration Park URL】
http://www.expo70-park.jp/