Sightseeing spots of the four seasons
Spring
【2】Recommended spots in Hietsuno for beautiful cherry blossoms in spring
Beautiful cherry blossoms that color the spring in Japan. Let us introduce spectacular scenic spots and recommended sightseeing spots in Hietsuno, where there are many castles and original Japanese landscapes.
Here are some spots for cherry blossoms that you should definitely make a stop at.
Cherry Blossoms on the Shimojo River
The Somei-yoshino cherry trees planted along both banks of the Shimojo River (about 2.7 km) are in full bloom.
You will not want to miss the events along the walkway.
[Noto] Komaruyama Castle Ruins Park
The former castle of feudal lord Maeda Toshiie, who built the foundations of Kaga Province (nicknamed "Hyakumangoku"), which is currently maintained as a park. It is one of the famous cherry blossom sites in Nanao City, and bustles with many residents and tourists in spring. In addition, the park appears differently depending on the season, offering not only cherry blossoms but also azaleas in early summer and colorful foliage in the fall.
![[Noto] Komaruyama Castle Ruins Park](https://hietsuno-japan.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/小丸山城址公園.jpg)
Oyabegawa Riverside Park
Someiyoshino cherry trees (senbonzakura) line the banks of the Oyabegawa River, which flows through the center of Fukumitsu. At night, the trees are lit up to create a fantastic atmosphere that attacts countless visitors.
Mukaino no Edohigan
A large Edohigan cherry tree growing next to the Yamadagawa River. In the daytime, it is set against a backdrop of the lingering snow on Mount Hakamakoshi, and at night it is lit up, attracting many photographers.
Sakuragaike
Thousands of cherry trees, including double-flowered cherry trees, Kinki-maezakura cherry trees, Koshinohigan cherry trees, and Someiyoshino cherry trees, bloom around the 3 km-long artificial lake, beautifully decorating the surface of the pond.
