Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms 2027 Dates TBA
名古屋城の桜 — Nagoya, Aichi (Tokai)
- Typical bloom
- Dates TBA (usually: late March to mid-April)
- Venue
- Nagoya Castle (名古屋城)
- Scale
- ~900 cherry trees
- Official site
- www.nagoyajo.city.nagoya.jp
Around 900 cherry trees of roughly ten varieties surround Nagoya Castle's moats and grounds, including the unusual pale-green Gyoiko variety that blooms about two weeks after the main Someiyoshino display.
Background
The castle was built in 1610 as a stronghold for the Tokugawa shogunate; the current keep is a 1959 reconstruction after the original was destroyed in WWII air raids, and the surrounding cherry trees have made the moat one of central Japan's signature hanami spots.
Getting there
A 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho Station (Nagoya Municipal Subway Meijo Line).
Tips
- The rare pale-green Gyoiko cherry blooms noticeably later than the main display — worth a second visit in mid-April if you want to see both.
- Evening illumination lights the moat and keep during peak bloom, distinct from the castle's separate year-round night lighting.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to see Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms?
- Cherry blossoms at Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms typically peak from Mar 25 – Apr 10. 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 Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms, and how do you get there?
- Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms is located at Nagoya Castle in Nagoya, Aichi. A 5-minute walk from Shiyakusho Station (Nagoya Municipal Subway Meijo Line).
- How many cherry trees are at Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms?
- Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossoms has roughly 900 cherry trees.
- Is Nagoya Castle 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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