Sannohe Castle Ruins Park – A Hidden Historical Cherry Blossom Spot (Aomori)

#cherryblossom25 📍 Location - Address:Umenai, Sannohe Town, Sannohe District, Aomori - Transport - From Sannohe Station(Aoimori Railway): - Taxi:10 mins (~¥2,000) - Bus:Take Nanbu Bus to "Sannohe Town Hall" stop (10 mins), then walk 15-20 mins - ⚠️ Best for drivers-Free parking available 📅 Best Time to Visit - Cherry blossoms:Full bloom around April (1600 trees!) - Sannohe Spring Festival:April 19 – May 5 (night illuminations & cultural performances) 🌸 Why It’s Special ✅ History + Nature:Ruins of Sannohe Castle(built by Nanbu Clan in the Warring States period) with stone walls & moats. ✅ Less Crowded:Only 10% of Hirosaki Park’s visitors – perfect for photos! ✅ Variety:Somei-Yoshino, Shidare-zakura (weeping cherries), and wild mountain cherries. ✅ Year-Round Beauty:Plum blossoms (March), azaleas (May), hydrangeas (June).