‘Tis the season of cherry blossoms!
It’s that time of the year when the face of Earth transforms into a living paradise laden with merry giggles, sheer jollity and of course, cherry blossoms. Let us unravel the essence of the ancient and much reminisced Cherry Blossom Festival in the Land of the Rising Sun, Japan, the marvelous city of London and the modish, US.
Here’s all you need to know about the festival that paints the world, and your mood, pink!
Indulge in the Ephemeral Beauty of Cherry Blossoms at the Hanami Festival in Japan
Japan hosts people from around the world with the breathtaking beauty of Cherry Blossoms at Hanami. Literally, Hanami stands for “flower viewing” and is a tradition that has stayed eternal and most sought-after since ages.
Best Time to Visit Japan:
Usually, the “Sakuras” (cherry trees) bloom pink and merry from the month of March to early April. However, rare plums blossom in the month of February and the sight definitely makes your heart skip a beat.
Places to Visit in Japan:
The Hanami Festival is known to paint the land pink because over 1,000 locations across Japan are adorned with the sanctity of sakuras. Hence, selecting a location can be a tricky decision. Let’s check out five major sakura (cherry blossom) hotspots that will definitely make your heart happy!
Yoshino
Behold the lushes of pink as they encapsulate the majestic mountain sides in Yoshino. The magical landscapes covered with blankets of pink endowed by over 30,000 cherry trees make Yoshino Japan’s most loved cherry blossom destination and a must-have in most Japan tour packages.
Maruyama Park
Along with a garden of petite and beautiful cherry trees, the Maruyama Park reserves for itself a resplendent and an enormous cherry tree with its pink branches touching the ground. The “cherry” on the cake is the fact that this huge tree is illuminated from dusk until midnight making it the most ideal sakura hotspot and a visual treat for its onlookers.
Himeji Castle
Does anything pink and white impress you? This one will definitely get your heart going! Himeji Castle stands strong with its pure white walls and cherry blossoms from over 1,000 cherry trees are the perfect accessories these walls hold during this time of the year.
Fuji Five Lakes
Unwind and loosen up with an enchanting view of wooing cherry trees that circumnavigate these lakes whilst admiring Mount Fuji, the hot spring style! The volcanic island of Honshu will give you the best of both worlds – rejuvenation and a sight that’ll please your soul.
Matsumae Park
With over two hundred and fifty types of cherry trees, the Matsumae Park restores the ancient beauty of Japan in the form of Buddhist Artefacts. The castle lights up at dusk giving its viewers a sight they’d cherish for the rest of their lives.
Witness Cherry Blossoms Sprinkle Their Magic in London!
The gleaming city of London is home to a diverse variety of cherry blossoms that make people from all around the world go gaga over them.
Best Time to Visit London:
Ideally, April is the month when the people of London welcome bliss in the form of cherry blossoms. However, spring decides the arrival of these blossoms and can be anywhere between March and May. Most cherry trees blossom for about two weeks which is why, it is crucial to arrive at the major sakura destinations just in time. Make sure your UK tour package is planned around that time.
Places to Visit in London:
Kyoto Garden, Holland Park
Walk into London’s Kyoto Garden and be greeted by various cherry trees in their pale pink versions. These blossoms shelter the Koi Carp Pond and the adjoining miniature waterfall making it a sight that’s worth everything.
St. Paul’s Cathedral
Watch cherry trees add a splash of pink and happy to the canvas of a cloudless blue sky around St. Paul’s Cathedral. The Sir Christopher Wren’s exemplary dome seeks shelter in the rosy branches of these minimal cherry trees.
Herne Hill
Somewhere amidst the renowned cherry blossom spots in London, reside the quaint and serene residential streets of Stradella Road and Winterbrook Road. Kick back, relax and glance through the cherry trees that align themselves at the banks of the street.
Kew Gardens
Kew Gardens in London is the prime destination for most tourists as it hosts a “Cherry Walk” in and around King William’s Temple and the Temperate House. Experience a whole together new vibe that will make your heart, mind and soul happy. Instagrammable pictures are definitely an add on!
Greenwich Park
The Greenwich Park consists of an alley with cherry trees leaning towards each other transforming it into a divine cherry blossom tunnel just like Japan. So if you missed witnessing the blossoms in Japan, this one’s exactly where you should be!
Explore the Unexplored Cherry Blossoms in the US
Beauty arises in the most unexpected locations in the US through cherry blossoms! While the merry and serene pink blossoms bloom for a few days, all of America indulges in a celebration of a kind to cherish the arrival of spring.
Best Time to Visit the US:
Cherry blossoms bloom in the US in the months of March and April. Americans warmly welcome the spring season by celebrating the arrival of cherry blossoms.
Places to Visit in the US:
Several cities in the US shower themselves with the pastel pink shades of cherry trees. With so many locations, it becomes difficult to choose. Check out our US tour packages and plan your cherry blossom voyage accordingly.
Washington D.C.
This city is ground to over 3000 cherry trees that bloom in all shades of pink to give its onlookers a sight of a kind. To celebrate the arrival of spring, and the cherry blossoms, D.C. even hosts numerous cherry blossom events to offer its guests with a surreal experience.
University of Washington, Seattle
The University of Washington in Seattle is home to over 130 cherry trees saved and rescued from destruction and are in the “pink” of health. The University’s quad area forms the best spot in the campus to watch the cherry trees blossom.
Brooklyn, New York
Last but not the least; what captures the heart and pleases the soul is the scenic view of over 200 cherry trees in the heart of New York City that is the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. The peak blooming time is April to May and a diverse range of cherry trees can be seen through the “bloom watch”, a spot designated to watch cherry trees in serenity.
With an essence of its own, each of these cities offer varied cherry blossom experiences to all of you! Get your lists and essentials out. It’s time to experience the surreal with our one-of-a-kind international tour packages.
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Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan | Japan – Places You Need to Visit on Your Next Trip
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