Nishi Park

West Park is located on a hilly area of Hakata Bay. From the central observation deck, you can overlook the seaside city and the beautiful scenery of Hakata Bay. In the park, there is Koun Shrine, which is used for worship, and there are many statues of ancient people. The cherry blossom viewing spot West Park is the area where the local cherry blossoms are concentrated in Fukuoka. It is one of the top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. There are more than 1,300 cherry trees planted in the park, including Yae cherry blossoms and Oshima cherry blossoms. The park is also planted with pine trees, Oak is an urban park full of natural flavors. When the cherry blossoms are in bloom, the West Park seems to be covered with a layer of pink clouds. On the high steps in the West Park is the top of the park, and Guangyun Shrine is located on the top of the park. The shrine was originally built under the castle tower in the center of Fukuoka Castle, but was relocated near the current Keigo Shrine in 1871, and then moved to the top of Nishi Park.