Sakura :Alps Park and Shiroyama Park

Alps Park and Shiroyama Park are large city parks located on hills overlooking Matsumoto Cityfrom the north. There are nearly 1800 cherry trees planted around the two parks.

Alps Park has wide open lawns surrounded by cherry trees that would be good places to hold cherry blossom viewing parties (hanami). There are also a number of walking paths around the park that lead through cherry groves, as well as barbecue areas among the trees. Parts of the park offer views of the Japan Alps across the valley.

Shiroyama Park has a large open lawn and children’s play areas that are shaded by cherry trees. There are many places to hold cherry blossom viewing parties.

The cherry trees around both Alps Park and Shiroyama Park are at full bloom. They should remain at their best over the next few days, although the forecast for Matsumoto calls for poor weather and rain through the week.