Cherry blossoms herald the arrival of spring. In Aichi Prefecture, there are many places famous for cherry blossoms, such as historical parks, beautiful tree-lined avenues along rivers, and nighttime cherry blossom viewing spots where you can enjoy the lights up. This article introduces typical cherry blossom viewing spots in Aichi Prefecture and describes the charm and highlights of each.
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Okazaki Park (Okazaki City)
Okazaki Park is a historical park known as the birthplace of Ieyasu Tokugawa, and boasts approximately 800 cherry trees in bloom. Especially at night, the park is illuminated and visitors can enjoy fantastic nighttime cherry blossom viewing. Okazaki Castle is located within the park, and the combination of cherry blossoms and the castle creates a uniquely Japanese scene. The “Okazaki Cherry Blossom Festival” is held every year, with many stalls and events.
Tsurumai Park (Nagoya City)
Tsurumai Park in Nagoya City is a historic park that opened in the Meiji era (1868-1912) and has been selected as one of the 100 best cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan. Approximately 750 cherry trees are planted in the park, and visitors can enjoy various types of cherry blossoms, mainly Someiyoshino.
Gojo River (Iwakura City)
About 1,400 cherry trees are planted along the Gojo River, which runs for about 8 km. The cherry blossoms reflected on the surface of the river are beautiful, and the “hanakada” (flower rafts), in which scattered petals turn the river pink, are also attractive. At night, the cherry blossoms are lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere that is different from that of the daytime.
Four Seasons Cherry Blossoms in Obara (Toyota City)
The Obara area in Toyota City is famous as a spot where the rare “Four Seasons Cherry Blossoms” can be seen. These cherry trees have the characteristic of blooming twice a year, in spring and fall, and in fall, visitors can enjoy the contrast of the cherry blossoms with the autumn leaves.
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Garden (Nagoya City)
Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Garden in Nagoya City features cherry blossoms along with animals and plants. About 1,000 cherry trees are planted in the garden, and the view of the cherry blossoms from the Higashiyama Sky Tower is especially breathtaking.
Conclusion
Aichi Prefecture is home to a variety of cherry blossom viewing spots, including historical parks, riverside cherry blossom trees, and spots rich in nature. Many places offer daytime cherry blossom viewing as well as nighttime cherry blossom viewing and illumination, so please visit your favorite spot and enjoy the beautiful spring scenery.
