[Sakura - Best Viewing] Karijuku no Gemba Sakura

The "Karijuku no Gemba Sakura," where Minamoto no Yoritomo is said to have tied his beloved horse during the hunting expedition in Fuji in 1193, is one of the oldest Yama Sakura trees in Japan (estimated to be over 800 years old) and is designated as a Special Natural Monument of Japan. During the blooming period, the rapeseed flowers planted around the cherry tree also bloom, attracting many visitors each year. The "Karijuku Sakura Festival" held annually in conjunction with the blooming features stage performances including kyogen, tea ceremonies, and sales of local specialties.

Date & Time

Mid-Apr

Note

The best viewing period may vary due to weather conditions (in 2024, it will be in full bloom around April 10).

Venue

Karijuku no Gemba Sakura

Address

98-1 Karijuku, Fujinomiya City, Shizuoka Prefecture

parking

Free parking

Access

Approximately 25 minutes from Shin-Tomei Shinfujii IC / Approximately 30 minutes from Tomei Fuji IC

Access (Public)

About 25 minutes by bus from JR Fujinomiya Station, then about a 10-minute walk from the Karijuku no Gemba Sakura entrance

Contact

0544-22-1155 （Fujinomiya City Industry Promotion Department Tourism Section）

URL

http://www.city.fujinomiya.shizuoka.jp/kankou/llti2b0000000vji.html