Niche cherry blossom gardens in the Kansai region of Japan

It’s spring now. I believe many people will choose to go to Japan to see cherry blossoms. So what are the niche cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan? Let me give you a brief introduction. .

MIHO MUSEUM

? A dreamy and romantic cherry blossom tunnel?

For most people, this is a An unfamiliar name. Although LV moved its 2018 early spring conference here last year, it only became popular in a small circle. What’s even more amazing is that there is also a beautiful cherry blossom tunnel hidden here.

As you walk through the tunnel, you will see an endless expanse of soft cherry blossoms at the end, which seems to dye the inner wall of the tunnel a romantic pink, and the long tunnel and tunnel entrance are intertwined with these cherry blossoms. , depicting a beautiful and dreamy picture. The other end of the tunnel is connected to the "Taoyuan Township" of Meixiu Museum.

When the architect Mr. I.M. Pei chose to build this museum in the lush green mountains of Shigaraki, he was inspired by "The Peach Blossom Spring". The design of the tunnels, suspension bridges and the museum itself are all harmoniously integrated with nature, and they are also artistic buildings worth admiring.

Cherry blossom viewing period: mid-to-late April

Address: 300 Tashiro Momoya, Shigaraki-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture

Transportation: in Shiga Take the bus bound for "MIHO MUSEUM" from Ishiyama Station Plaza and it will take about 50 minutes to reach Kaizu Osaki

? The beauty of the cherry blossoms on the shore of Lake Biwa?

Kansai In the cherry blossom season, forget Osaka Castle or Kiyomizudera Temple, let’s see something different, such as Kaizu Osaki in Shiga Prefecture. It refers to the rocky area extending out from the north of Makino Town in Takashima City, the northern end of Lake Biwa, and the winter side of Kaizu Bay.

Kaizu-Osaki is close to Lake Biwa, with quiet and beautiful scenery, and "Akatsuki·Kaizu-Osaki's Rock" is one of the eight famous scenic spots of Lake Biwa. In spring, about 600 graceful Somei Yoshino trees bloom on both sides of the road on the shore of Lake Biwa. The cherry blossoms are layered in layers and stretch for 4 kilometers in pink, forming a romantic cherry blossom avenue.

Taking a Hanami-bune is the best way to enjoy cherry blossoms. You can gaze at the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms on the rippling blue lake. Miles of cherry blossoms accompany the sparkling lake and green mountain scenery, which is poetic and picturesque, and the romance is incomparable.

Cherry blossom viewing period: early to mid-April

Address: Kaizu, Makino Town, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture

Transportation: Take the JR Kosai Line to Makino Get off at the eki and take a taxi for 5 minutes to reach Mount Yoshino

? The stunning view of cherry blossoms covering the entire mountain?

When it comes to Mount Yoshino, maybe this It has become more famous overseas in the past two years, but once upon a time, it was also a quiet and low-key place for cherry blossom viewing. Fortunately, compared to popular places like Nara Park where you can spot deer, its remote location still retains a sense of mystery and tranquility.

An hour’s drive from Kintetsu Nara Station to this mountain full of cherry blossoms. No matter how many famous flower viewing spots you have been to or how many different kinds of cherry blossoms you have seen, you will always be impressed by it - a whole mountain is covered with cherry blossoms! There are 30,000 cherry blossoms of various colors all over the mountain, dyeing the whole mountain with colors. Light pink, dark pink, crimson and other gorgeous colors with different but harmonious shades.

Since the Heian period, cherry trees have been planted as "sacred trees" and have continued for generations to achieve the spectacular scene today. Depending on the altitude, the mountains are named Lower Senbon, Middle Senbon, Upper Senbon, Okusenbon, etc. The full bloom days are different, which adds to the fun.

Cherry blossom viewing period: early April to late April

Address: Mount Yoshino, Yoshino Town, Yoshino County, Nara Prefecture

Transportation: Take the Kintetsu to Yoshino Get off the train and take the cable car to the mountain in 3 minutes

Haratani Garden

? The dazzling cherry blossoms in the private courtyard?

Kyoto is simply the "city of cherry blossoms" "Not only does it have popular flower viewing spots, but it also retains some relatively niche cherry blossom viewing spots, providing a place for people who are tired of following the crowd. Haratani Garden is such a quiet and low-key cherry blossom garden.

As one of the few private gardens in Kyoto that is open to the public, Haratani Garden hides a beautiful cherry blossom scene. Since the Edo period, the owner has been cultivating it carefully, and after many twists and turns, he has now cultivated this beautiful cherry blossom house.

The special feature is the waterfall-like crimson weeping cherry blossoms. Starting from April, the blossoming cherry blossoms pour down overwhelmingly, turning the entire courtyard into a pink world. Then, Hoshino Sakura, Somei Yoshino, Yae Red Weeping Sakura, Yellow Sakura, Green Sakura, etc. bloomed in sequence, making the flowers dazzling and enchanting.

Cherry blossom viewing period: early April to late April

Address: 36, Okitayamaharatanamichicho, Kita-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture

Transportation: Take a ride Take the Kyoto Metro to Kitaoji Station, transfer to the bus and get off at Haraya Agricultural Cooperative Front or Haraya Terminal Station, and walk for two minutes to get there.

The backside area of ??Yodogawa River Park

? In this life, ten miles of cherry blossoms?

It is rarely reported in domestic media. In Kansai, it is only local and As people around it know, this is a place with a spectacular cherry blossom tunnel that stretches for 1.4 kilometers.

When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, trees full of cherry blossoms line up on the long embankment, forming a beautiful scenery of "Ten Miles of Cherry Blossoms". The cherry blossoms crisscross and form a long cherry blossom tunnel, which is a rare beauty.

The cherry blossoms in the Kaikaratike area are all Somei Yoshino. The trees are tall and dense with branches and leaves, hanging down to the grass on both sides, which is very interesting. Under the cherry blossom trees, you can sit or lie down, enjoy the flowers, drink wine, and enjoy the sight of flowers.

Cherry blossom viewing period: early April

Address: Hachiman Zaiouji Temple, Hachiman City, Kyoto Prefecture

Transportation: Take the Keihan Electric Railway and get off at Hachiman City , a 10-minute walk

Sanduoqi

? Cherry blossoms blooming beside the terraces?

This is a little-known place with beautiful pastoral scenery. Cherryland. Located in the mountains of Misugi Town, Tsu City, among the majestic green mountains, cherry blossoms are blooming along with the terraces, and their reflections are reflected in the pool. The difference in terrain of the terraces creates a sense of hierarchy. The whole picture is colorful, full of tension, and amazingly beautiful.

Because of the long distance and inconvenient transportation, most of the people who come here are photography enthusiasts. Recently, more and more people are simply enjoying the cherry blossoms, but overseas tourists are rarely seen. However, it is precisely because of this that it retains its tranquility and peace, and it is also a special experience to be able to appreciate the rare Japanese farm life.

Cherry blossom viewing period: mid to late April

Address: 204 Santaiki, Misugi Town, Tsu City, Mie Prefecture

Transportation: JR Ise Okutsu Take the bus bound for Nabari, get off at Sugihira Eki, and walk for 10 minutes

In less than a month, on March 26, Kansai will usher in the first wave of cherry blossom fronts, so let’s ask , are you ready? This is an unusual cherry blossom viewing trip for a small group of people...