Where to see cherry blossom in Japan? Here are places that are especially recommended!

Hanami literally means "cherry blossom viewing", is a traditional big event to celebrate the coming of spring in Japan. During the Hanami season, Japanese prefer having a picnic party under the cherry blossom trees. So, where to see cherry blossom in Japan? Here are three places that are especially recommended.

Ueno Park

Ueno Park is one of the best hanami places in Tokyo. It is renowned for being one of Tokyo’s most popular parks. During the season, Ueno Park is filled with 1,200 cherry blossom trees. It becomes one of the more crowded areas in Tokyo. The park’s cherry blossom trees line the main walking path, creating a tunnel-like effect!

Access: The JR Line or the Keisei Ueno Line: Ueno Station.

Meiji Shrine

Meiji Shrine is the largest shrine in Tokyo. Every spring season, Meiji Shrine becomes a famous spot for cherry blossom trees. Since the Meiji Shrine is covered in cherry blossoms, from above it looks like a sea of pink and making it the perfect place for cherry blossom viewing.

Access: JR Yamanote Line: Harajuku Station, Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Subway Lines: Meiji-Jingu-Mae Station.

Chidorigafuchi Moat

Chidorigafuchi Moat is one of the best places in the city to enjoy the cherry blossoms from a short distance! Here, you can rent a boat and paddle under the cherry blossom trees. So it's a perfect place to come and play with your lovers or families especially when the cherry blossom trees are in full bloom.

Access: Tokyo Metro Tozai Line, Hanzomon Line, Toei Shinjuku Line: Kudanshita Station

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