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The JGSDF Uji Garrison usually holds a ”Cherry Blossom Festival” where the cherry blossoms on the grounds are open to the public and a variety of events are held.
Kyoto pronunciation
It is also illuminated at night!
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Basic Information
| Events | JGSDF Uji Garrison Cherry Blossom Festival (Rikujishijieitai Uji Garrison Cherry Blossom Festival) |
| Schedule | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| Hours | 10:00-19:00 Light-up: 17:30-19:00 |
| Admission | Free of charge |
| Parking lot | Available (for motorcycles only) |
| Location | Gokesho Government Property, Uji City, Kyoto, 611-0011, Japan |
| TEL: 077-431-8121 | 077-431-8121 |
| Official website | https://www.mod.go.jp/gsdf/mae/madep/uji/news.html |
| Remarks | Baggage check is conducted for safety reasons. No small unmanned aircraft and pets are allowed. Event content may be subject to change due to weather conditions. |
Programs and Events
Uji Houou Taiko Performance
| Program | Uji Houou Taiko Drum Performance |
| Time | 1st 11:00-11:20 2nd 14:00-14:20 3rd performance 18:00-18:20 |
Public Stalls
Food and toy stalls will be open.
Observation tower and archives open
Visitors can take the stairs up to the top floor of the brick observatory that is the symbol of the site.
| Events | Opening of the Observation Tower and Archives (Tenbou-dai, Shiryokan-kaihou) |
| Hours | 10:00-17:00 |
How to get to Uji Garrison
- Approx. 5 min. walk from JR Obaku Sta.
- Approximately 1 minute walk from Keihan Obaku Station
Bicycle parking lot (for 2-wheeled vehicles) is available.
