The line of around 1,200 cherry trees that runs for approximately 8 kilometers along the banks of the Shiroishi River from Ogawara-cho to Shibata-cho is known as “Hitome-senbon-zakura (1000 Cherry Trees at a Glance).” Approximately 1,000 cherry trees bloom inside Funaokajoshi Koen (Funaoka Castle Park). In early to late April, the Shibata Cherry Blossom Festival & Ogawara Cherry Blossom Festival are held.
| Event Dates | Early to mid-April *Timings may differ depending on the state of bloom of the cherry trees. |
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| Event Details | Shibata Town: April 1 to 14, 2025, Ogawara Town: April 1 to 13, 2025 May be changed depending on the state of bloom. *Please check the official website for more details. *Please contact the Commerce, Industry, and Tourism Division at Ogawara Town Hall for details about the Ogawara Cherry Blossom Festival |
| Official site | https://www.town.shibata.miyagi.jp/index.cfm/88,38524,202,417,html |
| Location (venue) | Between JR Ogawara Station and Funaoka Station |
| Address | Ogawara-cho, Miyagi Shibata-cho, Miyagi |
| Region | Hokkaido Tohoku |
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| Category | 自然 |
Event organizers may change the date and time. Please check the official website.
update: Feb.14.2025