Miharu Takizakura: Japan's Waterfall Cherry Tree
Witness the breathtaking beauty of Japan's ancient 'waterfall cherry tree,' Miharu Takizakura, a natural monument over 1,000 years old.
The Miharu Takizakura is a 1,000-year-old weeping cherry tree in Fukushima, Japan, renowned as one of the country's three great cherry trees. Its cascading, light pink blossoms create a breathtaking 'waterfall' effect, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors each spring.
A brief summary to Miharu Takizakura
- Sakurakubo-296 Taki, Miharu, Sakurakubo Taki, Tamura District, Fukushima, 963-7714, JP
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during mid-to-late April for the peak cherry blossom bloom.
- Arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds and traffic congestion.
- See the tree both during the day and at night when it is illuminated for different perspectives.
- Explore the surrounding area for other cherry blossom trees and natural scenery.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Koriyama Station, take the JR Ban'etsu East Line to Miharu Station (12 minutes, 240 yen). During peak cherry blossom season (typically mid-April), a temporary bus service operates from Miharu Station to Miharu Takizakura (25 minutes). A 1-day pass costs 1000 yen. Alternatively, a special 'Takizakura-go' bus may be available. From the bus stop, it's a 5-minute walk to the tree entrance.
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Taxi
From Miharu Station, a taxi ride to Miharu Takizakura takes approximately 10 minutes. Taxis from Miharu Station should be booked in advance. Expect to pay around 2,000-3,000 yen for the one-way trip.
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Car
From Koriyama Higashi IC, the tree is a 30-minute drive (12.6 km). From Funehiki Miharu IC, the tree is about 20-30 minutes. Free parking is available on-site, but it can get crowded during peak season. Consider using the parking lot at Miharu Town Exercise Park and taking the free shuttle bus to Takizakura when crowded.
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