[Saitama] You're missing out if you don't go! ️ Cherry blossom photography near the station & in a hidden spot 🌸📸 *Includes tourist information for the area

📝 Overview The Karasawa Tsutsumi in Fukaya City, Saitama Prefecture, is a cherry blossom viewing spot loved by locals, with a beautiful row of cherry trees that stretches for about 3 km along the Karasawa River. In spring, about 300 cherry trees, mainly Somei Yoshino, bloom in full glory, and you can enjoy a view that looks like a cherry blossom tunnel. ✨ Recommended points * Endless row of cherry trees * The row of cherry trees that stretches for about 3 km is a spectacular sight. * You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing at your leisure while driving or taking a walk. * Cherry blossoms reflected on the river surface * The cherry blossoms reflected on the surface of the Karasawa River are also beautiful and recommended for photography. * When the petals start to fall, they cover the river surface and look like a pink carpet. * Local festivals * During the cherry blossom season, the Fukaya Sakura Festival is held and is crowded with many people. * You can also enjoy food stalls and events. 👀 Pay attention to this! * Cherry Blossom Tunnel * The area where the rows of cherry trees hang over you like a tunnel is a great photo spot. * It's also recommended to drive through it. * Takimiya Shrine * ​​At Takimiya Shrine, located near the rows of cherry trees, you can enjoy the scenery of the cherry blossoms and the shrine. * Take a stroll around the area of ​​the shrine. * Cherry Blossom Illumination at Night * At night, the rows of cherry trees are lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere that is different from the daytime. 🌸Usual viewing time * Late March to early April ℹ️Information * Address: Nishijima, Fukaya City, Saitama Prefecture * Access: * A short walk from JR Takasaki Line Fukaya Station * About 20 minutes via R140 from Hanazono IC on the Kan'etsu Expressway * Opening hours: Open 24 hours * Fee: Free 🚶Sightseeing information in the area * Shibusawa Eiichi Memorial Museum * A memorial museum for Eiichi Shibusawa, a great man from Fukaya City. * Learn about the life and achievements of Eiichi Shibusawa. * Retro streetscapes remaining on the Nakasendo * Around Fukaya City, the streetscapes still retain the atmosphere of a post town on the Nakasendo. * Historical walks are also recommended. * Roadside Station Okabe * Specialties of Fukaya City and local vegetables are sold here. There is also a restaurant on-site. 🖋️Summary Karasawa Tsutsumi is a beautiful spot with endless rows of cherry blossom trees, perfect for a drive or a walk. Be sure to visit once and enjoy cherry blossom viewing while passing through the spring tunnel. #SeasonalPlacesInJapan #Sakura2025