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Exploring History and Enjoying Greenery at the Park Where Honjo Castle Ruins Remain
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Exploring History and Enjoying Greenery at the Park Where Honjo Castle Ruins Remain

About this spot

A park developed from the ruins of Honjo Castle, located in the heart of Yurihonjo City, which once prospered as a castle town. Remnants of stone walls and moats remain, allowing you to walk through the lush gardens while feeling the echoes of the past. Though known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, summer offers pleasant green shade from the trees, making it perfect for a relaxed family outing. It's a fitting starting point for Yurihonjo sightseeing, where you can experience the history unique to castle towns.

Fireworks details

Name: 西滝沢水辺プラザ夏まつり(水辺花火大会)

Date & time: 8/1 (Sat) 19:00–

Venue: 由利本荘市・西滝沢水辺プラザ

2026年8月1日(土)19時から、由利本荘市西滝沢の水辺プラザで開かれる花火大会です。打ち上げ数は公表されていませんが、川のほとりの開けた会場から見上げる花火は、視界を遮るものが少なく、家族みんなでゆったりと楽しめます。城下町散策や川辺の散歩を楽しんだ1日の締めくくりにふさわしい、由利本荘の夏の風物詩です。

Tips

荒天時は中止や日程変更の可能性があるため、当日は主催者の公式発表を確認しましょう。河川敷は足元が暗くなるため、小さなライトがあると安心です。終了後は周辺道路が混み合うため、時間に余裕を持って移動しましょう。

Source: yurihonjo-kanko.jp

Tips

Within walking distance of Ugo-Honjo Station on the JR Uetsu Main Line. The park has slopes, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended. In summer, the sun is strong, so make frequent water breaks.

Best time to visit

Approximately 1 hour. From late morning through noon is a relatively comfortable time.

Access & map

〒015-0871 Akita Prefecture, Yurihonjo City, Ozaki

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