The Kotsuki River running through central Kagoshima City is flanked by a beautifully maintained promenade planted with hundreds of cherry trees, creating a natural tunnel of blossom stretching for approximately three kilometres. The walkway is a favourite for morning joggers and evening strollers during bloom season, and informal hanami picnics spread across the riverside lawns throughout the day. The distinctive backdrop of the active Sakurajima volcano across the bay, often dusted in grey ash, creates a striking and uniquely Kagoshima contrast to the soft pink blossoms. Seasonal food carts set up along key points of the promenade.
- Type
- Venue
- Category
- Cherry Blossom
- Season
- Spring
- Month
- Late March to Early April
- Region
- Kyushu
- Prefecture
- Kagoshima
- City
- Kagoshima
Highlights
- ◆3 km continuous cherry blossom riverside walkway
- ◆Iconic backdrop of active Sakurajima volcano
- ◆Relaxed, local-favourite hanami atmosphere
- ◆Informal picnic areas along riverside lawns
- ◆Accessible from central Kagoshima city transport