Senshu Park
Senshu Park, A Hilltop Park In Akita On The Site Of Kubota Castle, With A Moat, A Rebuilt Turret, A Shrine And About 700 Cherry Trees (Often Said) That Bloom In Late April. A Free, Easy Walk Close To Akita Station. · Akita, Akita
Senshu Park is a hilltop park in Akita city, built on the site of Kubota Castle, the seat of the Satake family, begun in 1604 - confirm - and later cleared. A rebuilt corner turret - confirm - and moats are what remain of the castle, and the park winds up the hill among pines and old stone walls. It is mainly a cherry blossom park: the trees come out in late April, a festival is held under them, and the moats are lined with pink - confirm the dates. The park is free to enter and a short walk from Akita Station, around 5 to 10 minutes - confirm - so it is an easy stop between trains or on a rainy afternoon. A nearby art museum - confirm - gives something to do indoors. It suits a quick walk, picnic and photos more than a long day out. Be honest: outside blossom season it is a quiet city park, pleasant but not a major sight. Kakunodate and Oirase Gorge are other Tohoku stops, and a stop here fits a trip around Akita.
1 Senshu-koen, Akita, Akita, a short walk from Akita Station on the grounds of the former Kubota Castle, Akita, Akita, Japan
The park is open at all hours with no ticket gate, though it is dim and empty after dark, and any turret or small museum inside keeps shorter hours, commonly around 9:00 to 16:30 or 17:00 and often closed on one weekday or in winter - confirm. A nearby art museum has its own closed day, often Monday - confirm. The park is a short walk from Akita Station, around 5 to 10 minutes - confirm - so no bus is needed. Cherry blossom time brings evening lanterns and food stalls, with crowds at weekends. Nothing needs booking. Carry some cash for stalls and a rain layer, and a warm coat in early spring.