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The magnificent ruins of the castle and the pretty cherry blossoms are a magnificent sight.
This is a city park built on the ruins of "Yamagata Castle", which was recognized as one of the "100 Great Castles of Japan". "Yamagata Castle" is one of the largest outline-style flat castles in Japan, surrounded by three moats and earthen mounds in the Honmaru, Ninomaru, and Sanomaru areas. The present castle is believed to be the prototype of the one built by Yoshimitsu Mogami (1546-1614), the 11th lord of the castle. The park is part of the Honmaru, Ninomaru and Sanomaru.
The 35.9-hectare park is planted with approximately 1,500 cherry trees and is known as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in Yamagata. The lovely cherry blossoms in full bloom add color and elegance to the atmospheric ruins of the castle. During the "Kajo Cherry Blossom Viewing Party," held every year in conjunction with the cherry blossom blooming season, the cherry blossoms along the southern moat are lit up from the east, allowing visitors to enjoy the nighttime cherry blossoms inside and outside the park. The cherry blossoms illuminated by the light reflected on the surface of the moat are exceptionally beautiful.
The park, located in the center of the city, is dotted with many cultural facilities, including the "Yamagata City Museum of History", which has a beautiful architecture that combines Western and Japanese styles, the "Yamagata Prefectural Museum", which introduces the nature and culture of Yamagata Prefecture, the "Yamagata Museum" of Art, and the "Mogami Yoshimitsu History Museum". Take your time and enjoy the castle ruins and nature in the park.
The historical romance of the castle ruins and the gorgeous cherry blossoms are a spectacular sight!
Cherry blossoms are usually at their best from early April to late April.
"Yamagata City Museum of Art" located in the park
"Yamagata Museum of Art" located near the East Gate of Kajo Park
Mogami Yoshimitsu History Museum adjacent to Yamagata Museum of Art
Cherry blossoms at Ninomaru Higashi Otemon Gate are illuminated
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Do you have pamphlets in other languages? (If so, please also inform us of the supported languages)
Sorry, we don’t.
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Is there a parking lot in the area?
There is a parking lot for 450 vehicles inside the park and a parking lot for sightseeing buses across from the Mogami Yoshimitsu History Museum.
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Are coin lockers available in the area?
No, there are no coin lockers.
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Are there restrooms in the area?
There are four restrooms in the park.
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Kajo Park—once you walk in, you see this huge open space. It's really comfortable. Even though there are lots of people during cherry blossom season, the park is so big and the cherry trees are everywhere, so everyone can find a nice spot to enjoy the blossoms. It really lifts your spirits.
For cherry blossom viewing in Tohoku, Kajo Park inside Yamagata Castle is a great choice. I highly recommend strolling along the castle paths when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom! ❤️🌸😍
Kajo Park is a great spot in Yamagata Prefecture for autumn leaves viewing, especially if you're visiting Zao Onsen. There are hot springs, beautiful fall colors, and amazing scenery. It's a place you'll want to come back to again and again!
Kajo Park looks like a castle made of flowers from afar! It's actually a bit of a walk from the river, but the flowers are so huge and impressive. You can really feel how majestic it is! ❤️
