To reach the Fukuoka Castle Ruins, my
friend & I took the subway from the Nakasu-Kuwabata
station & alighted at the Akasaka station. The castle
ruins is now a public park & a well-known destination for
cherry & plum blossom viewing.
From a distance, the trees appear as beautiful clouds, while the
beauty of single blossoms can be enjoyed from a close distance. The
cherry blossoms usually bloom for only about a week after
full-bloom. The small, round shape flowers flutter to the ground
gracefully & the blossoms are said to be the most beautiful at
their final stage. For many Japanese people, the blooming of the
cherry trees symbolizes human life, transience & nobleness.
They celebrate & cherish their beauty while it lasts.
The castle ruins are located inside the Maizuru Park. We
spotted many colourful blooms during our walk there. It's
interesting that though we've got only 48hrs in Fukuoka, we managed
to stop by & spend time enjoying the fresh air & admiring
the nature around us. 
The castle, built by the feudal lord in old days, composed of 47
turrets of various sizes. Today the Otemon gate, Tamon turret &
a few walls remain.
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