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Kokura-jo Castle

“300 cherry trees blaze after dark around a castle built in 1602.”

Art & ArchitectureBeautiful Scenery

Kokura-jo Castle, located in Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka, was built in 1602. The castle that can be seen today is a reconstruction; the original was destroyed by fire, but it was fully restored over the course of over 30 years, finally reaching completion in 1990. Spreading out over the castle grounds is Katsuyama Koen Park, which is a popular spot to view cherry blossoms in spring, and every year it hosts the Kokura Castle Sakura Festival. While the flowers are in bloom, there are also nighttime illuminations of the blossoms with the castle in the background for visitors to enjoy.

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Spot NameKokura-jo Castle
Postal Code〒803-0813
Address2-1 Jyonai, Kita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka
Telephone Number093-561-1210
Official URLhttps://www.kokura-castle.jp/
KeywordsArt & Architecture, Beautiful Scenery

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Frequently asked questions

What is Kokura-jo Castle?
300 cherry trees blaze after dark around a castle built in 1602.
Where is Kokura-jo Castle?
Kokura-jo Castle is located at 2-1 Jyonai, Kita-ku, Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka.
Can I visit Kokura-jo Castle with a local guide?
Yes. WOW U lists activities around Kokura-jo Castle hosted by Locals, the local guides who live in the area.
What is WOW U?
WOW U is a booking platform that connects travellers directly with local guides in Japan, called Locals. You book, message your Locals host and pay on WOW U, and every experience can be reviewed afterwards. More than 6,100 Locals are registered on WOW U. Reviews left by travellers average 4.7 out of 5.