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Hirosaki Park
Hirosaki Park · 弘前公園
Walk past the gates and moats for views of the castle grounds, then visit City Museum inside the park for exhibits.
Entry to the keep interior is listed as suspended. Check reopening before planning to enter.
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Visitor information at a glance
Address
青森県弘前市大字下白銀町（弘前公園内）
Shimoshiroganecho, Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, Japan
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Free and paid areas differ. From 1 April to 23 November, Honmaru and northern areas cost JPY 320 for adults or JPY 100 for children; they are listed as free from 24 November to 31 March. From mid-April to 23 November, botanical garden admission costs JPY 320 for adults or JPY 100 for children. Combined tickets for Honmaru and the north, the botanical garden and Fujita Memorial Garden cost JPY 520 for adults or JPY 160 for children. Check official daily operations for works and events.
Opening hours and closed days
Free areas are listed open 24 hours. Paid areas normally open from 09:00 to 17:00 from 1 April to 23 November, or from 07:00 to 21:00 during the cherry blossom festival. Honmaru/northern areas also list 24 November–31 March closure; check accessible winter areas in management notices.
What can I see at Hirosaki Park?
Walk around gates and moats
See castle scenery along gates/moats. Allow leisurely park time beyond the station-to-park walk.
How to get to Hirosaki Park
Walk towards Dotemachi to Otemon, about 30 minutes from the station. Hotel departure and park walks need separate time.
Before you visit
Keep suspension and works areas
Keep interiors have been suspended since 24 November 2025 for the time being. Southern Honmaru sections have restrictions/temporary-stair diversions until around 31 March 2027. Hitsujisaru turret surroundings are prohibited. Follow management notices and on-site diversions.
Questions about Hirosaki Park
Can I see inside the keep at Hirosaki Park?
City guidance checked 8 October 2026 records suspended interiors. Park walking is separate; check management reopening notices before visiting.
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