“Online Cherry Blossom Viewing” Across All 47 Prefectures (Part 2)
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Spring has arrived, and the cherry blossoms are now in full bloom.
Due to current circumstances, we weren’t able to visit these beautiful locations in person to enjoy them.
However, the romance unique to spring is something we still want to share together.
Last time, we introduced half of Japan’s cherry blossom spots.
Today, let’s continue with the remaining half of Japan.
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Aichi Prefecture / Kiso River Embankment
The Kiso River Embankment in Aichi Prefecture is a nationally renowned cherry blossom viewing spot, where approximately 400 cherry trees bloom spectacularly along a 4-kilometer stretch. Many of these trees are over 100 years old, making the scenery even more impressive.
Taking photos here offers a truly fresh and unforgettable experience.
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Shizuoka Prefecture / Kawazu River
Along the riverbanks of the Kawazu River, rows of Kawazu-zakura cherry trees stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a breathtaking sea of pink blossoms.
Whether you take a leisurely stroll along the river in spring or pause on one of the suspension bridges, you can fully enjoy the elegant beauty of the vivid cherry blossoms unfolding before you.
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Gifu Prefecture / Ena Gorge
Ena Gorge offers stunning scenery throughout the year—cherry blossoms and azaleas in spring, vibrant autumn foliage in fall, and snow-covered cliffs in winter.
On clear spring days, taking a lake cruise to admire the cherry blossoms is a romantic and enjoyable experience.
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Takato Castle Ruins Park / Nagano Prefecture
Takato Castle Ruins Park is home to approximately 1,500 cherry trees, known for their small, delicate blossoms and beautiful shades of pink.
In spring, the park is transformed into a sea of soft pink, creating an unforgettable scene often referred to as “a million blossoms in bloom.”
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Yamanashi Prefecture / Yamataka Jindai Zakura
The Yamataka Jindai Zakura, one of Japan’s Three Great Cherry Trees, is estimated to be around 2,000 years old.
Be sure to experience the majestic beauty of this millennium-old cherry tree for yourself.
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Fukui Prefecture / Maruoka Castle
Maruoka Castle in Fukui is home to the oldest surviving castle keep in Japan. Built during the Momoyama period, the castle preserves its appearance from more than 400 years ago.
Each spring, the sight of over 400 cherry trees in full bloom filling the castle grounds is truly spectacular and enchanting.
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Ishikawa Prefecture / Kenrokuen Garden
Kenrokuen Garden, one of Japan’s Three Great Gardens, is renowned for its beauty throughout all four seasons. While its winter snow scenery and spring plum blossoms are especially celebrated, the cherry blossoms in spring are equally magnificent.
Approximately 420 cherry trees are planted throughout the garden, and during cherry blossom season, Kenrokuen is illuminated at night, allowing visitors to enjoy a completely different atmosphere from daytime.
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Toyama Prefecture / Matsukawa Park
The area along the Matsukawa River is selected as one of Japan’s Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots. Along both banks of the 2.5-kilometer-long river flowing through the city, nearly 500 cherry trees are lined up in full bloom.
Visitors can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the riverside paths or take a sightseeing boat ride through a dreamlike tunnel of cherry blossoms.
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Niigata Prefecture / Takada Park
Takada Park is known as one of Japan’s Three Great Night Cherry Blossom Spots. During the Takada Castle “Hyakuman-nin Kanshokai” Cherry Blossom Festival, approximately 3,000 illumination points light up Takada Castle and around 4,000 cherry trees in the surrounding area, creating a truly magical and enchanting nighttime scene.
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Gunma Prefecture / Tsurugai (Tsurugi) River
In spring, gentle breezes blow along the riverbanks of the Tsurugai River in Tatebayashi City, where thousands of colorful carp streamers (koinobori) of all sizes are flown against the blue sky. At the same time, cherry blossoms bloom in full along both sides of the river.
The scene—filled with flowers in bloom, fallen petals drifting along the water, and vibrant carp streamers dancing in the air—creates a lively and unforgettable spring landscape.
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Tochigi Prefecture / Nikko
Nikko is a small, beautiful, and tranquil town.
In spring, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, approximately 1,500 cherry trees lining the streets of Nikko come together to form a stunning 16-kilometer-long tunnel of cherry blossoms, transforming the town into a breathtaking sea of pink.
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Ibaraki Prefecture / Fukuoka Weir
Fukuoka Weir in Ibaraki Prefecture is one of the Three Great Weirs of the Kanto region and is especially beautiful during the cherry blossom season.
When the blossoms are in full bloom, the area resembles a stunning tunnel of cherry blossoms. Walking along the riverside promenade lined with approximately 600 Somei Yoshino cherry trees over a distance of about 1.8 kilometers is a truly romantic experience.
Visitors can also enjoy viewing the cherry blossoms from the river by taking a boat ride.
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Saitama Prefecture / Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi (Gongendo Cherry Blossom Embankment)
Located just a short distance from Tokyo, Gongendo Sakura Tsutsumi is one of Saitama Prefecture’s most popular cherry blossom viewing spots. Along an approximately 1-kilometer stretch, about 1,000 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom in full splendor, while fields of bright yellow rapeseed flowers spread out alongside them.
The striking contrast between vivid yellow and soft, shy pink creates a scene that is both vibrant and gentle, making this a truly unique and memorable place to enjoy cherry blossoms.
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Chiba Prefecture / Yatsuru Lake
Yatsuru Lake is home to more than 1,000 cherry trees, and every year during cherry blossom season, the Togane Sakura Festival is held here. The festival features a variety of cherry blossom–themed events, with highlights including illuminated lanterns at night and fireworks, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.
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Kanagawa Prefecture / Sankeien Garden
Located in the heart of Yokohama, Sankeien Garden is a traditional Japanese garden that preserves many historic buildings relocated from Kyoto and Kamakura.
In spring, a variety of cherry blossoms bloom like drifting clouds across the garden, and at night, the illuminated blossoms become even more enchanting, offering a truly magical atmosphere.
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Tokyo / Ueno Onshi Park
The Ueno area has been known as a famous cherry blossom viewing spot since the Edo period. Ueno Onshi Park boasts a long history and is renowned as a treasure trove of historic sites and cultural assets.
With approximately 1,200 cherry trees throughout the park, visitors can enjoy spectacular seasonal scenery. In addition, the park is home to many museums, art galleries, and a zoo, making it an ideal destination for family trips as well.
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Fukushima Prefecture / Miharu Takizakura
One of Japan’s Three Great Cherry Trees, the Miharu Takizakura in Fukushima is over 1,000 years old and has been designated a National Natural Monument.
Countless small pink blossoms bloom along its gracefully cascading branches, creating a breathtaking sight that resembles stars scattered across the sky or a waterfall of flowers flowing downward.
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Yamagata Prefecture / Tsuruoka Park
Tsuruoka Park is one of the most renowned cherry blossom viewing spots in Yamagata Prefecture. The park features historic moats, stone walls, and trees that are over 100 years old, creating a scenic setting rich in history and natural beauty.
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Akita Prefecture / Kakunodate Hinokinaigawa River Embankment
The Hinokinaigawa River embankment in Kakunodate is lined with cherry trees stretching for approximately 2 kilometers. In spring, the blossoms along the embankment form a beautiful tunnel of cherry blossoms.
Set against a backdrop of distant mountains, the river, and open grasslands, the vast sea of cherry blossoms is made even more breathtaking by the surrounding natural scenery.
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Miyagi Prefecture / Hitome Senbonzakura, Shiroishi River Embankment
During cherry blossom season, thousands of cherry trees line the 8-kilometer-long Shiroishi River embankment, creating a spectacular view beneath the snow-capped Zao Mountain Range.
Enjoy the rare and beautiful contrast of “snow mountains and cherry blossoms” while taking a leisurely boat ride down the river. In the evening, visitors can also admire the cherry blossoms illuminated at night, adding to the magical atmosphere.
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Iwate Prefecture / Koiwai Farm
Koiwai Farm is a well-known ranch located beside Mount Iwate, famous for its rich agricultural products and beautiful scenery.
Overlooking the snow-capped Mount Iwate, the vast pastures burst into bloom with pink cherry blossoms in spring, creating an unforgettable landscape that will surely become a cherished travel memory.
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Aomori Prefecture / Hirosaki Park
Hirosaki Park is without a doubt one of the premier cherry blossom viewing spots in the Tohoku region. Centered around Somei Yoshino cherry trees, the park features 52 varieties of cherry blossoms, including approximately 3,000 Somei Yoshino trees, nearly 1,500 azaleas, and 500 weeping cherry trees.
In spring, during cherry blossom season, the entire park is transformed into a breathtaking sea of pink, creating a truly unforgettable sight.
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Hokkaido / Route 20 (K-20 Road)
The K-20 Road, a 7-kilometer stretch located in Shizunai Town, Hokkaido, is a cherry blossom spot highly recommended by locals.
Cherry trees bloom in profusion along the entire road, creating a scene that feels straight out of a movie. Lined with blossoms on both sides, the trees gently sway as cars pass by, filling the air with a soft rustle and immersing visitors in a dreamy sea of pink.
After seeing the cherry blossom scenery across all 47 prefectures in Japan,
which place do you think is the most spectacular?
