3 Places in Tokyo to see the cherry blossoms this spring

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Meguro River

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Meguro River

● Location
Meguro, Tokyo
The best time to see
End of March to early April
In a popular tourist spot that stretches for as far as 4km, cherry blossoms can be found on both sides of the river. There are plenty of cafes and elegant shops along the Meguro River, so you can shop while admiring the flowers at the same time. At night, lanterns lit up the river and like creating a different world atmosphere.
A stopover around the Meguro River

Chidorigafuchi Park

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Chidorigafuchi Park
● Location
Chiyoda, Tokyo
The best time to see
End of March to early April
One of the main sites of cherry blossoms in this city. Located between Chidorigafuchi (west of the Emperor's Palace) and the British Embassy, ​​has about 170 different types of cherry blossoms including Yoshino sakura and Yamazakura sakura. During the annual festival of cherry blossoms, the streets of Chidorigafuchi are illuminated by magnificent scenery; also provided boats for sailing at night.
Stopover around Chidorigafuchi Park

Rikugien Gardens

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Rikugien Gardens
● Location
Bunkyo, Tokyo
The best time to see
Mid-March to mid-April
Rikugien main highlights and symbols are weeping cherry trees as high as 15 meters and 20 meters wide; seeing the leaves of his young pink flowers flowing and floating like a waterfall into something to be seen. The lighting that was lit in a limited time was also beautiful.
Stopover around Rikugien Garden