OFFICIAL KUMAMOTO TOURISM GUIDE

Sightseeing

South area

Hitoyoshi Baien

Near Okoba Station on the JR Hisatsu Line, approximately 8 hectares of hills are adorned with white and pink blossoms.
From late February, plum blossoms decorate the landscape, enveloping the area in the fragrances of early spring's white and red plums blossoms. The Plum Festival, held annually to coincide with the peak bloom, is popular. In May, visitors also have the opportunity to pick plums.

■ Best viewing time: mid-February to early March
■ Number of trees: about 4,600
■ Illumination: none
■ Toilets: Temporary toilets are planned to be installed in accordance with the plum blossom season

Address
〒868-0811
Okobafumoto-machi, Hitoyoshi-shi, Kumamoto-ken
TEL
0966-22-2411
 

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