Every day from ｔhree days after cherries begin blooming - 8 days in April
While the cherry blossoms (sakura) are in bloom around Matsumoto Castle, guests who visit the castle between 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 will be treated to the sight of illuminated cherry trees.
While the cherry blossoms (sakura) are in bloom around Matsumoto Castle, guests who visit the castle between 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 will be treated to the sight of illuminated cherry trees.
- Entry Into: The interior garden of the castle is free for this event, and hot miso soup with pork (tonjiru) and sweet rice dumplings will be available for purchase. There's also Japanese tea and seating available for 500 yen, making it easy to sit and relax and enjoy an unusual flower viewing experience. Performances of the Japanese koto, the flute, and classical gagaku music will also be held each night.
- Date: Three days after cherries begin blooming - 8 days (e.g. April 9 - April 16 in 2009)
- Hours: Around 5:30pm - 8:30pm
- Place: Matsumoto Castle
- Charge: Free, 500 yen for tea
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