Koshidai no Sakura (The Koshidai Cherry Tree)

Koshidai no Sakura (The Koshidai Cherry Tree)

This huge Japanese cherry tree is over 400 years old and has been designated as a national Natural Treasure. The tree has a trunk circumference of about 7.2 meters and stands 20 meters high, and was thus selected as one of the "100 Giants of the Forest" by Japan's Forestry Agency. Koshidai Cherry Blossom Festival is held every year on May 3. A Yabusame horseback archery event accompanied by taiko drumming takes place during this festival, and local organizations set up food stalls.

Photo tip: Try taking photos from the south side of cherry blossoms.

Venue Details

Venue Details
Websitehttps://www.town.furudono.fukushima.jp/kanko-dentou-bunka/see/keikan/furudonosakura/190(Automated translation available)
Contact

Furudonomachi Industrial Promotion Department

(+81) 247-53-4620

Best Season
  • Spring
ParkingAvailable
Entrance FeeFree
Related infoBest viewing period: From late April to early May

Access Details
AccessKoshidai, Oguta, Furudono Town, Ishikawa District, Fukushima Pref. 963-8303
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Getting there

By Car: 50 min drive from the Iwaki-Yumoto I.C. exit off the Joban Expressway

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