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 APL 5 to APL 13 ,2025
Gaisen-zakura is a row of cherry trees in post town, which is rare in Japan. It blooms at the latest in Okayama prefecture and attracts many tourists.
2277 Bessho, Maniwa, Okayama 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.
Hiruzen Kogen Center & Joyful Park
1205-197 Hiruzenkamifukuda, Maniwa, Okayama
Open Varies depending on the facility Close: Varies depending on the facility, open every day from MAR 26 to NOV 25, 2025
The park offers a variety of attractions for children and adults alike, including the Giant Ferris Wheel, which offers a spectacular view of mountain and the roller Coaster.
Fairfield by Marriott Okayama Tsuyama
Cherry Blossom Festival at Tsuyama Castle (Kakuzan Park)
135 Sange,Tsuyama,Okayama MAR 29 to APL 13, 2025 Open 7:30~22:00
Fee: Adults 310 yen Under Junior high school students 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
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 MAR 20 to late April, 2025
Open 9:00~17:00 Fee Adults 800 yen Children 400 yen
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.
1124-11 Betsusako, Sera, Sera District, Hiroshima 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 Mid April to Late May, 2025
Open 9:00~17:00 (last admission 16:30) Fee Adults 900 yen Children 300 yen
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.