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Higashi Shiroyama Park

Miyuki Meinaka / CC BY-SA 4.0

Higashi Shiroyama Park

東城山公園

Kumamoto · Kyushu

Higashi Shiroyama Park offers stunning views of Kumamoto Castle and the surrounding cityscape. The park is known for its beautiful cherry blossoms in spring and is a peaceful retreat for locals and visitors alike.

Why we picked it

Many travelers focus on the more famous attractions in Kumamoto, overlooking this serene park.

Best season
Spring · Autumn
Crowd level
Moderate
Rating
4.3· 1,832 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Nearest station
Tōkai-Gakuen-mae Station
Website
ezuko-park.com

Today

Open 24 hours

Stored weekly hours

Daily Open 24 hours

How to get there

From Hakata Station · ~1h 31m by car

Tags

parkviewpoint

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