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Sensoji/浅草寺

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 🌸 This temple is located in Taito Ward, Tokyo, and is currently the head temple of the Sacred Kannon (Sho-Kannon) sect. It is the oldest temple in Tokyo, with a history spanning nearly 1400 years. Known as "Asakusa Kannon," it has gathered the faith of common people and became a central hub for the development of Edo culture. Today, it is a major tourist attraction representing Tokyo, visited by many people from both Japan and abroad. In the spring, 50 cherry blossom trees beautifully bloom, coloring the Nakamise and the temple grounds along the Omotesando approach. Beyond the Kaminarimon Gate, which is a symbol of Asakusa, the Nakamise-dori street continues, lined with various shops such as restaurants, retro Japanese goods stores, and toy stores, offering a lively atmosphere in the spring. Every year on April 8th, the "Bussho-e" ceremony is held to celebrate the birth of Shakyamuni, the founder of Buddhism. Also known as the "Flower Festival," visitors...

Hotel Chinzanso/ホテル椿山荘

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 🌸 Night Cherry Blossom Sea of Clouds" dyed in cherry blossom colors with a spring garden. In the garden of Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo, in February, the early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms herald the early arrival of spring, followed by the glossy Shuzenji Kanzakura, the lovely Okamezakura, and the large-flowered Yoko cherry blossoms blooming one after another in March. Furthermore, for about two months from late March to early April, when Someiyoshino cherry blossoms are in full bloom, to mid-April, when Yaebeni Shidarezakura bring glamor, about 100 cherry trees of 20 varieties color the garden beautifully. At night, "Night Cherry Blossom Sea of Clouds," a collaboration between the garden production "Tokyo Sea of Clouds" and cherry blossoms, will also be held. [Period] February 7, 2025 (Friday) to April 13, 2025 (Sunday) [Appearance time] 18:40~/19:40~/20:40~/21:40~ (planned) [Appearance area] Yusuichi Pond area in the garden The three-storied pagoda, which stan...

Meguro River/目黒川

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 🌸 Meguro River is one of Tokyo's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots. The approximately 4km stretch along the river, lined with 800 cherry trees, is a spectacular tourist attraction. The cherry blossoms that can be seen are mainly Somei Yoshino, and the pale, whitish-pink flowers evoke the feeling of Japanese spring. Visiting during the day is also recommended, but at night, the trees are lit up, so you can enjoy the night cherry blossoms that faintly emerge in the night sky. The light-up takes place from sunset until around 8 PM, so if you want to see the night cherry blossoms, visit during that time. On Saturday, March 29th and Sunday, March 30th, 2025, the 'Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival' and the 'East Area Cherry Blossom Festival' will be held. Light-up will be held from sunset to 8 PM from Wednesday, March 19th to Sunday, March 30th. The Bonbori lanterns are scheduled to be lit from Thursday, March 20th (holiday) to Thursday, April 3rd. Meguro Ward, ...

Sotobori Park/外濠公園

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  🌸 The cherry blossom trees that adorn the moat are perfect for a leisurely stroll. The cherry blossom trees that line the approximately 2km stretch from JR Iidabashi Station to Yotsuya Station make the moat scenery seen from the Sobu Line and Chuo Line train windows look pink and very beautiful. The promenade, perfect for a walk, is about a 1-hour course if you walk slowly, and the wild cherry blossoms in front of Hosei University nearby are also one of the highlights. Since the park's promenade is one step above the roadway, you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while taking a leisurely stroll. When the blossoms begin to fall, the cherry petals float on the outer moat, creating a scenic view with a different charm from when they are in full bloom. Near Fujimi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo." 🇯🇵JAPAN 🌸 Introducing beautiful place to the cherry blossom in Tokyo night. The main video is available on YouTube. For more information, please check the link in my profile. YouTube https://www...

Yasukuni Jinja/靖国神社

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 🌸 The origin of Yasukuni Shrine is the Shokonsha, which was established in 1869 by the will of Emperor Meiji. It enshrines those who died to protect the country, from patriots of the late Edo period to those who died in the Great War. The shrine grounds have a specimen cherry tree for Tokyo designated by the Tokyo District Meteorological Observatory, and it has long been known as a famous place for cherry blossoms. During the cherry blossom season from late March to early April, many events such as "Honno Yozakura Noh" (Night Cherry Blossom Noh Dedication) and "Honno Geino" (Performing Arts Dedication) are held, and many worshippers visit. The "Yozakura Mode" (Night Cherry Blossom Visit) will be held from Thursday, March 27th to Saturday, March 29th, 2025. At the "Yozakura Mode," which has been held continuously since 2023, the gates of the Shinmon (Main Gate), which are usually closed at night, will be opened, and visitors can view the illumin...

Rikugien Garden/六義園

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 🌸 Rikugien is a metropolitan garden located in 6-chome, Honkomagome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. It is a Japanese garden of the "kaiyushiki tsukiyama sensui teien" (stroll garden with a central pond and artificial hills) style. It is designated as a Special Place of Scenic Beauty by the country. In 1695, Yanagisawa Yoshiyasu, a close aide to the fifth Shogun Tokugawa Tsunayoshi, built a secondary residence on land granted to him by Tsunayoshi, and created the garden there. The residence was called "Rikugikan" and the garden was called "Rikugien." The garden name was derived from the "Rikugi" (Six Classics of Poetry) in the "Classic of Poetry" (Shi Jing). Rikugien's cherry blossom season illumination event, "Spring Night Rikugien Special Nighttime Viewing," is a popular spring tradition. The garden is specially opened at night, when it is normally closed, and various spots, such as the weeping cherry tree, Nakanoshima (central isla...

Roppongi Hills/六本木ヒルズ

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 🌸 For three days from Friday, April 4th to Sunday, April 6th, 2025, "Roppongi Hills Spring Festival 2025" will be held, offering stages and content such as Japanese traditional performing arts. The 2025 "Roppongi Hills Spring Festival" will feature "Noh" and "Kyogen."  On the stage of Roppongi Hills Arena, the "Kyoto Takigi Noh 2025 Special Pre-Performance" will be held on the 4th, the first day, and on the 5th, "Kakiyamabushi" and "Kuchimane," which are said to be masterpieces of Kyogen, will be performed.  In "Noh," the fantastic Noh "Yoshino Tenjin," in which a heavenly being dances under the cherry blossoms in full bloom, and "Kakiyamabushi," a popular Kyogen in which a mountain priest who stole persimmons and the owner of the persimmon field unfold, will be performed.  Please enjoy a moment of a spring evening woven with the world of mystery and comedy. In addition, "Kyogen...

Roppongi Hills/六本木ヒルズ

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 🌸 From late March to early April, when the cherry blossoms bloom and are at their best, they are also lit up at night, allowing you to enjoy the magical night cherry blossoms. The night cherry blossoms at Roppongi Hills, which are different from the cherry blossoms in the daytime illuminated by the sunlight, are fantastic and beautiful, and the way they color the night city is very beautiful. Roppongi Sakura-zaka, a 400-meter-long row of cherry trees, has 75 Somei Yoshino cherry trees that were planted when Roppongi Hills opened, and after decades since its opening in 2003, they have grown into a row of cherry trees that covers the road. The beautifully lit-up row of cherry trees at night is so beautiful that it makes you forget you are in the heart of the city. Roppongi Hills is close to Roppongi Station, Nogizaka Station, and Azabu-juban Station, and offers scenic views full of emotion. 6-10-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku, Tokyo https://www.instagram.com/roppongihillsofficial/ 🇯🇵JAPAN...

Tokyo Skytree/東京スカイツリー

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  🌸 Events with the theme of the sky and cherry blossoms are being held. At the observation deck, photo spots and decorations colored with cherry blossoms will make their first appearance, and cafe menus with cherry blossom themes and a new special spring lighting "Sakura Sora (Cherry Blossom Sky) - Sakura SKY -" will be lit up. At SKYTREE ROUND THEATER, a special video where you can enjoy viewing beautiful cherry blossoms will be shown. You can not only use your five senses to feel the cherry blossoms and their charm, but also enjoy events that can only be experienced here. At Tokyo Skytree, "The Sakura SKYTREE - Feel the Cherry Blossoms with All Your Senses at the TOKYO SKYTREE(R) -" is being held for the first time from February 27th (Thursday) to April 14th (Monday), 2025. The Tembo Deck is decorated with the image of 4 types of cherry blossoms, mainly Somei Yoshino, and for the cafe menu with a cherry blossom theme, drinks using sake are sold so that inbound c...

HOTEL NEW OTANI/ホテル ニュー オータニ

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 🌸 The Japanese garden of Hotel New Otani, which boasts 10,000 tsubo (approximately 33,000 square meters) surrounded by the outer moat of Edo Castle, has various types of cherry blossoms that bloom from early March every year, including Yamazakura, Shidarezakura, Somei Yoshino, and Yaezakura. Because 58 cherry trees of 19 varieties, such as Beni-shidare and Keiozakura, bloom at different times, you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing for a long period. The address is 4-1 Kioicho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. 🇯🇵JAPAN 🌸 Introducing beautiful place to the cherry blossom in Tokyo night. The main video is available on YouTube. For more information, please check the link in my profile. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@Tokyo_Lo-FiMusic Instagram https://www.instagram.com/tokyolofimusic/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/people/TOKYO-LOFI-MUSIC/61569858926312/ #cherryblossoms #cherryblossom #blossoms #japan #tokyo #hotel  #sakura #桜 #夜桜 #花見

Ueno Park/上野公園

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 🌸 Ueno Park is a historic tourist spot that was designated as Japan's first park in the Meiji era. It is rich in greenery and surrounded by nature, and is characterized by the many cultural facilities attached to it, such as the National Museum and Ueno Zoo. Ueno Park is also famous as one of Japan's leading cherry blossom viewing spots. Many people have been visiting it for the cherry blossoms since the early Edo period. Among them, the large weeping cherry tree at the park entrance is the most famous. There are actually 800 cherry trees in Ueno Park. You can enjoy many different kinds of cherry trees, such as Somei Yoshino, Yamazakura, Kanzan, and Kanhizakura. Ueno Park, one of the leading tourist spots in Tokyo with an area equivalent to about 11 Tokyo Domes, is a famous cherry blossom spot since the Edo era and has 800 cherry trees. The cherry tree-lined streets are famous nationwide, and many people visit every year to see the beautifully blooming Somei Yoshino cherry tr...

Chidorigafuchi/千鳥ヶ淵

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 🌸 Chidorigafuchi is a 700-meter-long promenade from Yasukuni-dori to Kitanomaru Park. More than 200 Somei Yoshino cherry trees are planted here, and you can see the cherry blossoms in full bloom from late March to early April. The cherry blossoms, which bloom all at once from the branches of the trees, are even more impressive when viewed from below. The "Chiyoda Sakura Festival" is also held, and the cherry blossoms are lit up at night, so you can enjoy the fantastic cherry blossoms reflected on the water surface. Chidorigafuchi functioned as a dam to secure water in the Edo period. It is said that the water source was secured by blocking the small river flowing from Kojimachi, and that in the early days of Edo Castle, the water flowed through the area between the main enclosure and the Nishinomaru to Hibiya. There are various theories about the origin of the name Chidorigafuchi, such as the story that many Miyako birds gather there in winter, and the story that the moat r...