Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms 2027 Dates TBA

舞鶴公園(福岡城跡)の桜 — Fukuoka (Kyushu)

Typical bloom
Dates TBA (usually: late March to early April)
Venue
Maiduru Park (舞鶴公園)
Scale
~1,000 cherry trees
Official site
saku-hana.jp
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Maiduru Park, built on the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, holds around 1,000 cherry trees across its stone-walled terraces, with the Fukuoka Castle Sakura Matsuri lighting the ruins after dark during peak bloom.

Background

Fukuoka Castle was completed in 1607 for the Kuroda clan; though the keep no longer stands, several turrets and gates survive among the extensive stone ramparts, giving the cherry blossoms a hilltop-ruins backdrop distinct from the reconstructed keeps at castles elsewhere in Japan.

Getting there

About a 5-minute walk from Akasaka Station or Ohori-koen Station (Fukuoka City Subway).

Tips

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to see Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms?
Cherry blossoms at Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms typically peak from Mar 25 – Apr 5. Exact timing shifts year to year with the weather (often by a week or more), so check a real-time bloom forecast close to your trip.
Where is Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms, and how do you get there?
Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms is located at Maiduru Park in Fukuoka. About a 5-minute walk from Akasaka Station or Ohori-koen Station (Fukuoka City Subway).
Is there a named festival or matsuri at Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms?
Maiduru Park, built on the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, holds around 1,000 cherry trees across its stone-walled terraces, with the Fukuoka Castle Sakura Matsuri lighting the ruins after dark during peak bloom.
How many cherry trees are at Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms?
Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms has roughly 1,000 cherry trees.
Is Maiduru Park (Fukuoka Castle Ruins) Cherry Blossoms free to enter, or do I need tickets?
Most cherry blossom spots in Japan are free to enter, though some gardens and castle parks charge a small admission fee — especially during peak-season night illuminations. Check the official site for this location's exact pricing.

Last verified against the official source: Sun, August 2, 2026

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