tripuuu.log
Cherry Blossoms · Tohoku

Ishiwarizakura (Rock-Splitting Cherry Tree)

Morioka & KoiwaiFamous single tree🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Late Apr
Search by dates and destination
Overview

Overview

An Edohigan cherry growing out of a crack in a huge granite boulder on the grounds of the Morioka District Court. Its powerful appearance, as if it had split the rock to bloom, gave it the name “Ishiwarizakura” (rock-splitting cherry), and it is designated a National Natural Monument.

Address
Morioka District Court grounds, 9-1 Uchimaru, Morioka, Iwate
Time needed
About 15–30 min
Official website
https://iwatetabi.jp/spots/5440/
Peak Time

When to See the Blossoms

Typical peakUsually mid to late April
March
April
May

Bloom dates shift with each year’s temperatures. Check the cherry blossom updates from Morioka City or the Iwate Prefecture Tourism Association for the latest conditions

Peak times are typical guides. Blooming and full bloom shift with each year’s temperatures.

Highlights

Highlights

Said to be more than 360 years old, it was designated a National Natural Monument in 1923 (Taisho 12). The unusual sight of its trunk rising from the crack in the rock is one of Morioka’s signature spring scenes. Located in central Morioka within walking distance of Morioka Station, it is a single cherry tree that’s easy to stop by while sightseeing in the city.

📷 Best views
Ishiwarizakura

An Edohigan cherry said to be over 360 years old, growing from a crack in granite

Tips

Tips for travelers

  • ✓Morioka Castle Ruins Park (about 200 trees, usually mid to late April) is nearby, so you can walk to both
Access

Getting there

Nearest station / bus stop
  • Morioka Station (JR Tohoku Shinkansen, etc.)About a 20 min walkBy bus, about 10 min from Morioka Station (take a bus bound for Matsuzono Eigyosho and get off at Kitayama)
From major stations & airports
  • Morioka IC (Tohoku Expressway): By car (About 20 min)
By car & traffic restrictions
No dedicated parking. Use nearby paid parking
Open in Google Maps ↗
Crowds

Crowds & best times

Busiest
Weekends at peak bloom
Weather

Temperature & what to wear

Typical temperatures
April normals in Morioka: high 14.4°C, low 3.2°C (JMA)
What to wear & bring
Morioka in April is cold in the mornings and evenings, so bring a coat or heavy jacket
☁ Tohoku weather by month
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Where to Stay · Agoda

Places to Stay near Ishiwarizakura (Rock-Splitting Cherry Tree)PR

PRSee more places to stay near Ishiwarizakura (Rock-Splitting Cherry Tree) on Agoda →

Prices and availability are shown on Agoda.

Events

Events & festivals in Morioka & Koiwai

See all events →
Attractions

Attractions in Morioka & Koiwai

Experience

Koiwai Farm Makiba-en

Tohoku ・ Morioka & Koiwai

The visitor area of Koiwai Farm in Shizukuishi, Iwate Prefecture. You can tour cattle barns designated as Important Cultural Properties, ride horses, and join programs that take you around the farm. It's about 35 minutes by bus from Morioka Station, or about 15 minutes by car from Morioka IC.

See all attractions →
Cherry Blossoms

Cherry Blossoms in Tohoku

Famous single tree

Miharu Takizakura

Tohoku ・ Miharu, Fukushima

🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Late Apr

✦ Night sakura
Park

Ashino Park

Tohoku ・ Goshogawara

🌸 Typical peak: Late Apr – Early May

✦ Night sakura
See all cherry blossom spots →

Peak periods, hours, prices and access are based on official sources such as the spot’s own website, local governments and tourism associations. Bloom conditions and event details can change, so check the official website before you go.

Last checked: 2026-10-06

PRKlookOirase Stream & Lake Towada toursWalk the gorge in fresh green or autumn colorsView