Best Parks around Tohoku Spot List

The remains of the castle of the Satake Clan, evocative of the Edo Period (1603–1868) when feudal lords ruled the land. There is also a spot where you can play with an Akita dog.

One of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. The Tenshu, which is of Edo-style architecture and the only existing Tenshu in Tohoku, is worth a look.

A vast park crafted on the site of Takada Castle. Known as a great viewing spot for cherry blossoms, the park is embellished with about 4,000 cherry trees in April.

A park once popular with writers

You can see Japanese crested ibis up close

Regarded as one of the three best cherry blossom spots in the Michinoku region

A large park with flowers, nature and places to play

A Dutch-style garden surrounding a pond, located next to the Niigata Hakusan-jinja Shrine

Featuring the Tenshukaku-style observatory with its panoramic view of Yokote. During winter, a number of snow igloos, which are a winter characteristic of Japan, will be built in the park.