The Great Wisteria of Kuroki
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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.
Highlights
- A 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.
Overview
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