Cherry Blossom 'Kou Edizakura' in Full Bloom
Designated Natural Monument of Koriyama City
A weeping cherry blossom known as the 'daughter of Miharu Takizakura', with an estimated age of about 400 years. It features enchanting pink flowers. Beneath this cherry tree, there is a Jizo Hall, where it is said that people have long prayed to this Jizo to escape the misfortunes of short-lived or dying infants. Additionally, there is also a 'Hanamomo Corridor' nearby that is in full bloom from mid-April to early May.
Kou Edizakura
Approximately 20 minutes from the 'Koriyama Higashi' interchange on the Ban-etsu Expressway
Bus from 'Koriyama Station' Line 3 to Yanagibashi or Ono, about 35 minutes, get off at 'Azumi High School Okan' and walk about 35 minutes.
- Date & Time
- Mid-Apr～Late Apr
- Note
- The best viewing period may vary depending on the weather and other conditions.
- Venue
- Kou Edizakura
- Address
- Okano Uchi, Kimezawa, Nakata Town, Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture
- parking
- 68 cars, 4 buses
- Access
- Approximately 20 minutes from the 'Koriyama Higashi' interchange on the Ban-etsu Expressway
- Access (Public)
- Bus from 'Koriyama Station' Line 3 to Yanagibashi or Ono, about 35 minutes, get off at 'Azumi High School Okan' and walk about 35 minutes.
- Contact
- 024-954-8922 （(General Incorporated Association) Koriyama City Tourism Association）
