Nagoya Castle is one of Aichi Prefecture's top sakura spots, and the grounds are home to around 900 cherry trees comprising of 10 types, primarily Somei Yoshino and weeping cherry trees.
The annual Nagoya Castle Cherry Blossom Festival encourages visitors to make the most out of the blooming season, and as well as appreciating the blossoms by day, the event also includes after-dark illuminations of the trees.
There is an admission fee of 500 yen for adults and 100 yen for seniors, but admission is free for junior high school students and younger.
