Hanagatami Park
Fukui Prefecture Tannan Area
This park is located at the foot of Sanriyama Mountain, which has a famous connection to the Emperor Keitai. There is a Usuzumi cherry tree which is said to have been planted by Emperor Keitai himself. Koshiga Pond is said to have been used as the first bath for Emperor Keitai's Imperial prince. The park is also known for its 1,000 cherry trees in the spring and its colored leaves in autumn. In the autumn, the Momiji Festival (Japanese maple festival) is held. Visitors can also enjoy walking on a walking path in the park.
Address
Awatabe-cho, Echizen City
Access (nearest railway station)
From JR Takefu station, take a Fukutetsu bus to "Hanagatami Koen Guchi."/ 15 minutes by car from Takefu IC on Hokuriku Expressway
Hours
Flexible
Closed
Open throughout the year
Parking
Free of charge
Official website
http://www.city.echizen.lg.jp/hp/enjoy/enj0101.html#4
Inquiries
Hanagatami Community Centre 0778-42-0361