[Cherry Blossom Viewing] Shiwahiko Shrine & Shiogama Shrine

Approximately 300 cherry trees, including the rare Shiogama cherry designated as a national natural monument, as well as Someiyoshino and double-flowered weeping cherry blossom trees, beautify the grounds of the Oshu Ichinomiya. The Shiogama cherry is a splendid variety characterized by having 35 to 50 light pink petals per flower, and is known for its late blooming period.

Date & Time

Late Mar～Late Apr 05:00～18:00

Note

The dates indicated are a rough estimate for the best viewing period; this timing may vary due to weather conditions.

Venue

Shiwahiko Shrine & Shiogama Shrine

Address

1-1 Ichimoriyama, Shiogama City, Miyagi Prefecture

parking

There are 4 free parking areas exclusively for visitors, located from the east side to the north side of the grounds (1st, 2nd, 3rd, and bus)

Access

About 10 minutes from the Sanriku Expressway 'Rifu-naka' IC, about 10 minutes from 'Rifu Shiogama' IC, and about 15 minutes from 'Sendai Port North' IC

Access (Public)

About a 15-minute walk from JR Sengokusen Honshiogama Station

Contact

022-367-1611 （Shiwahiko Shrine & Shiogama Shrine）

URL

http://www.shiogamajinja.jp/