Kasumi Sakura in Katsuoka (Peak Bloom)
Approximately 400-year-old giant tree
The 'Kasumi Sakura' in Katsuoka is rare in the country, being over 400 years old, with a trunk circumference of about 6 meters at eye level. When in full bloom, it appears beautifully hazy from a distance, and it is designated as a natural monument by Akita Prefecture. There is a hot spring accommodation facility on site, and during the blooming season, photographers and tourists visit daily to see this single cherry blossom tree. It is also the 67th pilgrimage site on the 'Tohoku Dream Cherry Blossom Road'.
Kasumi Onsen
About 20 minutes from Ouchi JCT on the Nihonkai Tohoku Expressway
The nearest station is 'Ugo-Iwaya' on the JR Uetsu Line
- Date & Time
- Late Apr～Early May
- Note
- The dates are approximate for peak bloom; the timing may vary due to weather and other factors. Generally reaches peak bloom in early May.
- Venue
- Kasumi Onsen
- Address
- 43 Ochiai, Katsuoka, Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture
- parking
- Since hot spring users also use the parking lot, it is advisable to inform the hot spring facility.
- Access
- About 20 minutes from Ouchi JCT on the Nihonkai Tohoku Expressway
- Access (Public)
- The nearest station is 'Ugo-Iwaya' on the JR Uetsu Line
- Contact
- 0184-24-6349 （Yurihonjo City Tourism Association）
