12/28/2016

Takato Castle Ruins (Nagano)

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Takato Castle Ruins, located in Ina City, Nagano, is said to be one of the best three sights in Japan for viewing cherry blossoms.
Unfortunately cherry-blossoms haven't been flowering yet in mid-April.

“桜雲橋”, Ou-un-kyo bridge over moat, and “問屋門”, Tonya-mon gate there.

About 1,500 cherry trees called Takato-Kohigan-zakura are planted in the park.

Some cherry trees have a few blossoms.


Cherry trees have a lot of light pink bud just before flowering.


Blossoms of Takato-Kohigan-zakura

Takato-kaku, built in 1936 and presently used for rest or meeting, is designated as a tangible cultural property of Japan.

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