Ōhori Park

What it is

• A prefectural urban park in Fukuoka City.
• A nationally registered monument.
• Opened as a park in March 1929.
• Created from Fukuoka Castle's outer moat.

What to see

• A large pond, formerly a castle moat.
• Several islands connected by bridges.
• The park's perimeter is 2 kilometers.
• The restaurant "Hananoki" at Boat House.

When to go

• Popular for cherry blossom viewing in spring.

Getting there

• About 2 kilometers west of Tenjin in Fukuoka City.

Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.