18Matsukawa River Cherry Blossom Trees Illumination
2026.3.25(Wed) - Mid-April
Events
A magical nighttime cherry blossom illumination adorns the banks of the Matsukawa River.
Matsukawa Riverbank, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot, is located about a 10-minute walk from Toyama Station.
From dusk to night, the cherry blossoms are illuminated, and the reflection of the flowers on the water creates a magical atmosphere.
You can enjoy a leisurely stroll through the cherry blossoms at night, appreciating a different kind of spring beauty than during the daytime.
Events
| Date |
2026.3.25(Wed) - Mid-April 18:00～23:00 |
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| Event name | Matsukawa River Cherry Blossom Trees Illumination |
| Venue | Matsukawa Riverbank (between Matsukawa Bridge and Sakurabashi Bridge) |
| Prices | Free |
| Remarks | The cherry tree planting area, which was completed in March 2026 as part of the Matsukawa River embankment construction, will be closed to the public for root protection and will not be illuminated at night. Please be careful of your footing when passing through, as the amount of light will be insufficient. |
Facility information
| Name | Matsukawa Riverbank / Cherry Blossoms of Matsukawa |
|---|---|
| Address | 1 Honmaru, Toyama City, North side of Toyama Castle Ruins Park |
| Phone | 076-443-2111 (Toyama City Parks and Green Spaces Division) |
| Opening hours | Open all day |
| Usage Fees | Free |
| Parking | No dedicated parking available. Please use the underground parking lot at the castle ruins park. (330 yen per hour) *Alternatively, please use a nearby coin-operated parking lot. For more information, https://matsukawa-cruise.jp/access/ |
| Access |
From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the tram bound for "Minami-Toyama Station" (approximately 5 minutes) → Get off at "Sakurabashi" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes.
From Toyama Station (South Exit), take the "Circular Line (Centram)" or the "University Front" bound tram (approximately 3 minutes) → Get off at the "Prefectural Office Front" tram stop, then walk for approximately 5 minutes.
Approximately 10 minutes on foot from Toyama Station (South Exit)
Approximately 15 minutes from the Toyama Interchange on the Hokuriku Expressway towards the city center.
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