The Great Wisteria of Kuroki

くろきのおおふじ

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The Great Wisteria of Kuroki, a national natural monument said to be over 600 years old. Around mid-April, when it's in full bloom, the approximately 3,000-square-meter trellis explodes with vibrant purple blossoms over a meter long.

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HighlightsA national natural monument, said to be over 600 years old
Wisteria blossoms overflowing across an approximately 3,000-square-meter trellis
Purple flower clusters exceeding one meter in length
The Kuroki Great Wisteria Festival attracts numerous visitors from across Japan during the blooming season
Enveloped in the fragrance of wisteria, a magical atmosphere prevails

Basic Information

Address: 1314-1 Ima, Kurokimachi, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture Search for tourist attractions in Fukuoka

Access: About 20 minutes from the Yame IC on the Kyushu Expressway Show route

Op.Hours: Typically open from mid-April to early May, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Cld.Days: Irregular holidays

Fee: ¥500 per adult (18 years old and over); up to two high school students or younger are free per adult

INFO: ※Inquiries during the closing period are accepted only by FAX (Please note that it may take about a week for a reply). ※Reservations are required for group bus parking. Please check the official website for details.

HP: https://kyushu.tv/yamekurokioohujimaturi/

Overview

The Great Wisteria of Kuroki, located in Kurokimachi, Yame City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is a designated national natural monument. Legend attributes its planting to Prince Yoshiharu, the Seisei Shogun. Despite enduring numerous battles and great fires, this tenacious wisteria, over 600 years old, continues to thrive. The sight of its blossoms overflowing across a vast 3,000-square-meter trellis is truly awe-inspiring. Reaching its peak around mid-April, the wisteria cascades down with purple flower clusters exceeding one meter in length, captivating visitors. The gentle contrast between the wisteria's pale purple and the green leaves creates an ethereal atmosphere, like something out of a dream. The sweet fragrance further stimulates the senses, promoting relaxation. Its grand scale, delicate beauty, and rich history combine to make the Great Wisteria of Kuroki a captivating tourist destination. During the blooming season, the Kuroki Great Wisteria Festival draws a large crowd from across Japan. Walking under the wisteria arch is like entering another world, enveloped in its sweet fragrance and ethereal beauty. The Great Wisteria of Kuroki offers a powerful blend of history and nature’s resilience amidst the beauty of spring blossoms.

The Great Wisteria of Kuroki

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