Kawazu cherry tree: the source of early spring cherry blossoms🌸

The Kawazu Sakura Tree, located in Tanaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture, was discovered by chance along the Kawazu River in 1955 by Katsumi Iida, who planted it in his garden. This cherry tree first bloomed about 10 years later in 1966, and was subsequently named "Kawazu Sakura." It is now an estimated 70-year-old tree with a trunk circumference of about 115 cm and a height of about 10 m. Its beautiful pink blossoms bloom every year from early February to early March, attracting many tourists. The tree is especially lively during the Kawazu Sakura Festival, when various events and food stalls are held around the tree. It is recommended to use public transportation when visiting as it can get quite crowded. Also, the logs are in a corner of a private home, so please enjoy them without causing any trouble 😌 Location: Tanaka, Kawazu-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka Prefecture #Kawazu cherry blossoms #Kawazu cherry blossom logs #Kawazu cherry blossom festival #Early blooming cherry blossoms #Famous cherry blossom spots #0 yen trip February 2025