The Best Connoisseurs of Japanese Cherry Blossoms Follow the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots' for Viewing.

In just half a month, cherry blossoms will bloom all over the streets of Japan. 🌸 The cherry blossom season will last for nearly two months. In the warm southern region of Kyushu, cherry blossoms start blooming in March, while in the northern region of Hokkaido, the blooming period extends until early May. 🌸 As Japan's national flower, cherry blossoms have developed into a cultural phenomenon. 🎬️ The movie '5 Centimeters per Second' with the line 'The speed at which cherry blossoms fall is still 5 centimeters per second' has made cherry blossoms a symbol of romantic melancholy. 🍡 Salted cherry blossoms, sakura tea, sakura mochi, and Starbucks' limited-edition sakura menu are just a few examples of the myriad sakura-themed delicacies. Japanese people take cherry blossom viewing very seriously. ✔️ In 1990, the Japan Cherry Blossom Association selected the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots' in the country, and March 27 was designated as 'Cherry Blossom Day' by the association to promote the importance of cherry blossom viewing. ✔️ It is said that the best connoisseurs of Japanese cherry blossoms follow the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots' for viewing. ✔️ Today, we introduce a few of the top cherry blossom viewing spots from the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots' to give you an authentic cherry blossom viewing experience. At the end of the article, we also introduce a few lesser-known cherry blossom spots that only a few people know about. 🤫 Nara · Mount Yoshino ⭐ Besides being one of the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots,' it is also Japan's number one cherry blossom viewing spot. Throughout April, 30,000 cherry trees turn the entire mountain a pale pink. If you take the cable car up to Yoshimizu Shrine, you can enjoy the spectacular view of 'a thousand cherry trees at a glance.' Nara · Nara Park ⭐ Nara's deer are world-famous, and Nara's cherry blossoms are equally charming. From late March to early May, 'double cherry blossoms bloom in profusion.' Nara's cherry blossoms are mainly 'double cherry blossoms,' which are the prefectural flower and can only be seen here. Walking under the cherry blossom rain with the deer, you can experience both childlike fun and romance. Aomori · Hirosaki Castle ⭐ In the northeastern Aomori Prefecture lies the famous cherry blossom viewing spot, Hirosaki Castle. While almost all Japanese castles were destroyed by war, this one retains its original Edo-period architecture. In early May, the moat, which has been preserved for centuries, is covered with vibrant cherry blossom petals, earning the nicknames 'flower boat' and 'flower carpet.' Located in the northernmost region, the cherry blossoms here bloom the latest, giving you a chance to catch the last glimpse of cherry blossoms. In addition to the '100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots,' here are a few lesser-known cherry blossom spots that are great for photos and fun. Kyushu · Mifuneyama Rakuen ⭐ Located in Saga, Kyushu, Mifuneyama Rakuen hosts Japan's largest night cherry blossom illumination event from mid-March to early April! At 6:30 PM, the lights come on, and the pink cherry blossoms by the garden glow with a dreamy purple hue, transporting you back to the Edo period. Kyoto · Miho Museum ⭐ Designed by I. M. Pei, the museum's entrance is a tunnel. Driving through, the tunnel is illuminated by cherry blossoms, creating a breathtaking scene. Shizuoka · Lake Kawaguchi ⭐ From Tokyo, head to the Fuji Five Lakes, where you'll find Lake Kawaguchi. In April, the limited-time cherry blossom festival allows you to enjoy the cherry blossom-adorned Mount Fuji from the lakeside, stroll through local stalls, and experience the traditional Japanese festival culture.