Akagi South Side Senbon Sakura Festival

The spectacular sight of a cherry blossom tunnel with petals dancing in the wind!
"Selected as one of the 100 cherry blossom spots in Japan" (certified by the Japan Cherry Blossom Association), it is a representative cherry blossom destination of Maebashi City, attracting many tourists every year. The approximately 1.3 km city road lined with Somei Yoshino cherry trees over 60 years old becomes a spectacular cherry blossom tunnel when in full bloom. The cherry blossoms are illuminated from sunset until 21:30 during the festival period, offering a magical viewing opportunity. ■Notes For tourist information inquiries, contact the Maebashi Tourism Convention Association at 027-235-2211, weekdays from 9:00 to 17:00.
Map & Location
Akagi South Side Senbon Sakura
About 30 minutes from the Isesaki IC on the Kita Kanto Expressway, and about 40 minutes from the Akagi IC on the Kanetsu Expressway.
Only on routes 4/5, 6, 12, 13, 19, and 20, a paid shuttle bus operates from the south exit of JR Maebashi Station.
Details about Akagi South Side Senbon Sakura Festival
- Date & Time
- 4/5(Sat)~4/20(Sun) 08:00~21:00
- Note
- The schedule and event details for the cherry blossom festival may change depending on circumstances. For more information, please refer to the website. On the website of the Maebashi Tourism Convention Association, you can check the cherry blossom blooming status with live cameras (search for "Maebashi Marugoto Guide").
- Venue
- Akagi South Side Senbon Sakura
- Address
- 2511-2 Naegashima Town, Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture
- Fee
- Free admission
- parking
- Standard cars (including tricycles) 1,000 yen, buses 4,000 yen, microbuses 2,000 yen, motorcycles 500 yen. *Parking fees are waived for individuals presenting a disability certificate.
- Access
- About 30 minutes from the Isesaki IC on the Kita Kanto Expressway, and about 40 minutes from the Akagi IC on the Kanetsu Expressway.
- Access (Public)
- Only on routes 4/5, 6, 12, 13, 19, and 20, a paid shuttle bus operates from the south exit of JR Maebashi Station.
- Contact
- 027-288-0256 (Dedicated line during the cherry blossom festival period)