Tokyo Flower Viewing ~ Ueno "Yushima Tenmangu Shrine" Plum Blossoms

Talking about the charm of Tokyo~~ There are different flower scenes to enjoy every month, especially with many gardens and parks in Tokyo, each season has its own unique flower scenery. After the Chinese New Year holiday and winter vacation, the next long holiday is the annual leave. Some people who did not travel abroad during the Chinese New Year may use their annual leave to travel to Tokyo. What are the scenic spots to visit during this period in Tokyo? The well-known cherry blossom viewing in spring and maple leaf viewing in autumn, the best season for appreciating plum blossoms is at the end of winter and the beginning of spring. In Tokyo, February is the best time to appreciate plum blossoms, and "Yushima Tenmangu Shrine" near Ueno is a good choice! There are 300 "Shirokaga" white plum trees here, which have been a famous plum blossom viewing spot since the Edo period and are loved by everyone. The shrine enshrines the god of learning, "Sugawara no Michizane", and is a sacred place for students to pray for success in their exams. Because it is close to the University of Tokyo, it is said that if you want to enter the University of Tokyo, you must first come here to pay your respects. "Yushima Tenmangu Shrine" is located on a small hill on the Honjo Plateau. To get to the shrine, you must climb the steep stairs of the Otoko-zaka, Onna-zaka, or Meoto-zaka. Although the 38-step Otoko-zaka is steep, it can directly reach the Haru-no-niwa garden, while the Onna-zaka is gentler but requires a detour. The "Bunkyo Plum Blossom Festival" in 2023 will be held from February 8th to March 8th, with opening hours from 8:00 to 19:30. There will also be a night lighting event. This information is provided for your reference, and you can visit to enjoy the plum blossoms during your trip to Tokyo. You can also extend your itinerary to the Ueno area for food, shopping, and sightseeing. You can spend a whole day around here! 📍Tango Tenman-gu Shrine: 3-30-1 Tango, Bunkyo-ku 🚄Transportation Guide: Chiyoda Line of METRO | Tang Island Station