Fukuoka Castle Sakura Festival
High crowdKyushuFukuoka, Fukuoka
Date
Late March to early April (2026 edition: March 25 to April 8; 2027 dates not yet announced)
Region
Kyushu
About this festival
The Fukuoka Castle Sakura Festival is held at Maizuru Park, on the grounds of the Fukuoka Castle ruins in Chuo-ku. Its main draw is an evening cherry blossom illumination, with food stalls, a tea house and an ohanami plaza for picnics. The festival site does not list 2027 dates yet.
Highlights
- โEvening sakura illumination (18:00 to 22:00 in 2026)
- โSakura gourmet areas with food stalls and food trucks
- โOhanami plaza where visitors can bring their own food
- โStreet performers, petting zoo and a castle stamp rally
Getting There
Ohori Park Station is the nearest station; the festival site recommends public transport because driving causes heavy congestion.
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