SPRING RECOMMENDED DESTINATION OKAYAMA / HIROSHIMA AREA
Here are some destinations around hotels in Okayama and Hiroshima area which are perfect for enjoying Spring.
Fairfield by Marriott Okayama Hiruzen Highland
Gaisen Sakura Festival (Cherry Blossom Festival)
Gaisen Sakura Street, Shinjo, Maniwa District, Okayama
Event Period: Early to Mid-April 2026 (tentative)
Gaisen-sakura is a row of cherry trees in a post town, which is rare in Japan. It blooms at the latest in Okayama prefecture and attracts many tourists.
2277 Bessho, Maniwa, Okayama
Annual peak viewing period: Late March to Early April. Light-up : Sunset ~ 21:00 during blooming period
The Daigo cherry tree, the biggest tree in Okayama prefecture, is said to be over 700 years old. Located on a hillside in a mountain village, it is a solitary cherry tree that has been selected as one of the 100 most famous trees in Japan.The best time to visit is from early to mid-April.
Tottori Prefctural Flower Park ≪Hanakairo≫
110 Tsuruta, Nanbu-cho, Saihaku-gun, Tottori
Amidst tulips blooming throughout the park, the Keukenhof Corner draws particular attention.
Flowerbeds designed by world-renowned gardeners create a scene reminiscent of the Netherlands.
Fairfield by Marriott Okayama Tsuyama
Cherry Blossom Festival at Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)
135 Sange,Tsuyama,Okayama
Event Period: Saturday, March 28, 2026 - Sunday, April 12, 2026 Opening Hours: 7:30~22:00 (Last admission at 21:30) Closed: None
Admission Fee: Adults 310 yen Junior high school students and younger free
Tsuyama Castle is one of Japan's 100 best cherry blossoms viewing spots, a historical park, and a famous castle. The cherry blossoms in full bloom turn the park a light red color. The view from the castle tower is breathtaking, and you can also enjoy the emotional nighttime cherry blossoms.
Miyasumi Park (Cherry Blossom Festival)
400-11 Nishikawakami, Misakicho, Kume District, Okayama
Annual peak viewing period: Late March to Early April.
The park is located on the summit of a 270-meter-high mountain overlooking Lake Asahikawa. There are approximately 5,000 cherry trees in the park and 3,000 cherry trees along the dam, making it a popular hanami spot(Cherry Blossom Viewing). It is also famous for its approximately 10,000 azaleas.
Fairfield by Marriott Hiroshima Sera
Kozan Sera village of Friendship（Sera Kozan Fereai no Sato）
1049-10 Otani, Sera, Sera District, Hiroshima
Peak period: Mid-March to Late April Open 9:00~17:00 Closed: None
One of the best avenues of weeping cherry trees in Japan welcomes you. There are Someiyoshino and Yaezakura (double-flowered cherry trees), so you can enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms. There are restaurants, stores, and three large parks, making it a popular spot not only for families with children, but also for people with dogs.
Sera Kogen farm (Cherry Blossom Festival)
1124-11 Bessako, Sera, Sera District, Hiroshima
Event Period: Late March to Early April, 2025 Open 9:00-17:00 (last admission 16:30)
Fee Adults 700 to 1200 yen, Children 300 to 600 yen (varies according to blooming conditions)
Weeping cherry blossoms and rape blossoms pouring down on a hill of about 30,000㎡ . The pink of the cherry blossoms, the yellow of the rape blossoms, and the blue of the sky, together with the colorful spring flowers are the highlight of the event. Nighttime cherry blossom lighting events are also held for a limited time.
Kozan Lavender Hill (Poppy Festa)
794-9, Bessako, Sera, Sera District, Hiroshima
Event Period: Mid-April to Late May 2026 (Tentative) Open 9:00~17:00 (last admission 16:30)
The scenery of poppies blooming all over the hill in various colors of red, white, and yellow is a unique and breathtaking photo-worthy spot. During the period of the festival, Visitors can enjoy picking poppies and chamomiles, as well as relaxing in the park's cafes and hammocks scattered around the park. A free dog run is also available.