Hirosaki City announced on April 14 that the standard cherry blossom trees in Hirosaki Park have blossomed.

According to the "5th Sakura Information for Reiwa 3rd Year" released by the Park and Green Space Division of the Urban Development Department of Hirosaki City on the same day, the standard tree of Yoshino cherry tree bloomed on the same day, and the expected full bloom date was set to April 19. It is the second early blooming after 1990 (Heisei 2) on the record that has continued since 1947 (Showa 22), and it is 9 days earlier than normal.

It has already bloomed for 1 minute in the outer moat of the park, and the expected full bloom date is April 18. The forecast for the flower basket with petals floating on the surface of the water was from April 21st to 24th.

At present, preparations for the Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival are being carried out at a rapid pace in the park, and there were some stalls who were busy preparing for stalls. According to the section, the number of stores opened this year is about 130, which is about 40% less than the usual 200 stores.

In Hirosaki City, the quasi-Sakura Festival will start on April 17th, ahead of schedule, in line with the early blooming. In the park, we will thoroughly take measures against infectious diseases, take measures such as temperature measurement and disinfection at the entrance, fill in contact information, set up a dedicated exit entrance, left-hand traffic, eating and drinking area, and prohibit drinking and eating while walking in the park. There is.

You will need to show your wristband when you enter the park, and you can apply online in advance or download the reception form in advance. In addition to the nine entrances to the park, reception offices will be set up in front of Hirosaki City Hall, next to the central exit of JR Hirosaki Station, and in the temporary parking lot of the Iwaki River. The wristband is valid for only one day and can be obtained at the reception.

The Semi-Sakura Festival is from April 17th to 22nd. The Hirosaki Cherry Blossom Festival is from April 23rd to May 5th.