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A Must-Visit for Cherry Blossom Lovers in Korea: The 2015 Jinhae Gunhangje Festival

Published: 2026-09-24 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-24 — Korea’s most iconic cherry blossom festival, the “Jinhae Gunhangje Festival,” is held annually for about ten days around early April when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The main events take place in the Jinhae district of Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province. ...

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Korea’s most iconic cherry blossom festival, the “Jinhae Gunhangje Festival,” is held annually for about ten days around early April when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The main events take place in the Jinhae district of Changwon, South Gyeongsang Province. The Jinhae Gunhangje Festival holds significant meaning as a tribute to Admiral Yi Sun-sin, a national hero of Korea. Before 1945, Jinhae was a Japanese naval base, and it is now a key military site for the South Korean Navy. The cherry trees were planted during the Japanese occupation, were once cut down, but were later replanted to become what they are today.
 

The 2015 Jinhae Gunhangje Festival officially kicked off on April 1st. (Photo provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)

Not far from Busan, Jinhae is famed for its dreamy cherry blossom-lined scenery along the Yosachon waterfront, as well as the classic view of trains passing by Gyeonghwa Station. At night, special lighting and decorations add to the charm. Each year, the festival attracts over 2 million visitors from both Korea and abroad. Strolling through the tunnel-like canopy of cherry blossoms, you can also enjoy the sight of falling petals. The festival also features exciting performances such as military band parades and fireworks displays—absolutely not to be missed.

During the Jinhae Gunhangje Festival, you can witness performances by a military band and honor guard composed of over 600 officers from 14 units, including the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and the U.S. 8th Army. (Image source: Korea Tourism Organization)

Cherry blossoms and night scenery complement each other, creating a uniquely beautiful view. (Image source: Korea Tourism Organization)

A multimedia maritime fireworks show will also be staged during the event period. (Image source: Korea Tourism Organization)

The Jinhae Gunhangje Festival is a must-visit destination for cherry blossom enthusiasts traveling to Korea. (Image source: Korea Tourism Organization)

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