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Serikawa River Seawall

The path along the Serikawa River Seawall is famous for its rows of Japanese elm trees that have stood for 400 years, and is also a famous spot for cherry blossoms in the spring.

Category:
Nature & Parks - Mountains & Scenic Trails / Lakes & Rivers
Season: Spring Trip / Autumn Trip
Area:
Eastern SHIGA : Hikone

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Overview

The path along the Serikawa River Seawall is famous for its rows of Japanese elm trees that have stood for 400 years, and is also a famous spot for cherry blossoms in the spring. It can be reached in just 10 minutes’ walk from Hikone-jo Castle, making it a popular spot to visit alongside seeing the castle. The Serikawa River Seawall is transformed into a tunnel of cherry blossoms in the spring.

Access

JR Biwako Line Hikone Station 18 min on foot

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Nearby Hotels & Spots

Ryotei Ryokan Yasui

689m from here

Hotel Sunroute Hikone

1.6km from here

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Address

Serikawa-cho, Hikone City, Shiga

Inquiries

Hikone Sightseeing Association

+81-749-23-0001