[Sakura Cherry Blossoms Viewing] Nanokoshimine

At an altitude of 260m, Nanokoshimine offers a panoramic view of Hongu below. The view from Nanokoshimine in spring is exceptionally beautiful, with cherry blossoms dyed in pale pink hues. Among the blossoms, the large torii gate of Kumano Hongu Taisha, surrounded by forests, can be seen. Visitors can enjoy approximately 800 Somei Yoshino and Shidare-zakura (from mid-March), as well as the Kumano-zakura, which was designated as a new species in 2018 (from early March). Viewing the Nanokoshimine cherry blossoms from the Hongu side, across the Kumano River with the large torii gate in the background, is fantastical.

Date & Time

Mid-Mar～Early Apr

Note

The event date is a guideline for the peak viewing period, which may vary due to weather conditions. Kumano-zakura is expected to bloom in early March, while Somei Yoshino and Shidare-zakura are expected to bloom from mid-March.

Venue

Nanokoshimine

Address

Takayama, Hongu-cho, Tanabe City, Wakayama Prefecture

parking

Large buses cannot pass. Microbuses can reach the entrance. Regular cars can access the upper parking lot (free), but caution is needed as the road is narrow.

Access

About 1 hour and 10 minutes from 'Kumano Oodaito' IC on the Kisei Expressway, or about 1 hour and 30 minutes from 'Kamitonda' IC.

Access (Public)

Take a bus (1 to 2 hours) from either JR Kisei Line 'Kii-Tanabe' Station or 'Shingu' Station, and then about 15 minutes by car after getting off at Hongu Taisha Mae.

Contact

0735-42-0735 （Kumano Hongu Tourism Association）

URL

https://www.hongu.jp/