Matsumae Attractions

Matsumae Castle and Park offer cherry blossoms, history, and festivals from April to May with evening lights, a local museum, and over 10,000 unique sakura trees in bloom.

Matsumaehan Yashiki brings Edo-period Matsumae to life with historical buildings, costumed mannequins, and a fun option to dress up like townspeople from the past.

Ryuunin Temple in Matsumae features Edo-period architecture, a 200-year-old cherry tree, and the Matsumae lords' graveyard within a serene temple district rich in history.

Kozenji Temple Matsumae features a historic Jodo sect temple with the legendary Kechimyaku Sakura, one of the town’s most famous cherry trees rich in spirit and story.

Seikan Tunnel Museum in Fukushima offers a look into the world’s longest undersea rail tunnel with real equipment, photos, and displays inside a tunnel-shaped building.

Yokozuna Museum in Matsumae celebrates sumo legends Chiyonoyama and Chiyonofuji with exhibits, photos, and memorabilia that share their powerful stories and lasting impact.

Matsumae Sakura Museum explores over 250 cherry blossom types with photos, displays, and local insights just steps from the park’s long-lasting spring bloom season.