Cherry Blossom Viewing at the Japan Mint

Every year, the Hiroshima branch of the Japan Mint in Itsukaichi opens up its grounds to the public to enjoy the 65 varieties of cherry blossoms at full bloom.

The blossoms tend of come into full bloom later than those in Hiroshima city center, so although you won’t find the party atmosphere of peak hanami season (food and drink is not allowed in the grounds), it is a good place to catch the blooms if you have missed them elsewhere, or if you want a second helping.

2025’s featured cherry blossom is Kake-sakura, a double-flowered variety that is believed to be a combination of Yama-sakura and Kasumi-sakura. It has been cultivated for over 100 years at a private residence in Kake in Akiota, built by a local iron-making magnate.

A new-comer this year is Jugatsu-zakura (October Sakura)which blooms twice a year, once in spring and once in autumn.

The grounds are open to the public April 11-17, and the gates are open from 10 am until 8 pm with the blossoms illuminated after dark (visitors are asked to enter before 7:50 pm).

View photos of the beautiful cherry blossoms at the mint here.

There is no parking near the Mint so visitors are advised to use public transport. The nearest stations are Itsukaichi JR Station or Itsukaichi and Rakuraku-en streetcar stops.