About
Maruyama Park (Maruyama Koen) is a recreational park in Chuo Ward, Sapporo, on the island of Hokkaido in Japan. It is best known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, and in spring it draws visitors who come to sit under the trees for hanami, the traditional Japanese custom of enjoying the flowers.
What to expect
The park is a place to walk rather than to rush through. Its wooded paths make for an easy stroll, and the grounds suit a slow afternoon whatever the season. Locals and visitors alike gather here for picnics and hanami parties, so the atmosphere in blossom season is lively and sociable.
- Walking trails through the park grounds
- Cherry blossom viewing in spring
- Traditional hanami gatherings
- Maruyama Zoo, located nearby
Planning your visit
The park sits in central Sapporo, so it is simple to combine with other stops in the city. If you plan to see the blossoms, allow for crowds during the peak viewing period. Because the zoo is close by, you can easily make a half-day of it, moving between the park's paths and the zoo's animals.
For further details, you can call the park on +81-11-621-0453. The address is Maruyama Koen, Chuo Ward, Sapporo, Hokkaido 064-0959, Japan.
