Although Tokyo and Kyoto seem to receive most of the attention, cherry blossom season is a country-wide phenomenon in Japan, with different regions of the country experiencing their full range of blooms at different times. As long as you can spare some time between March and May, there’s somewhere in Japan worth visiting. Check these suggestions for some more alternative destinations for your sakura journey…
If you’re looking for a relaxing Japanese getaway but don’t want to spend much time in transit, this hotel offers easy links to Tadamoto at a reasonable price. There are golf and outdoor pool facilities on-site, as well as hot springs and outdoor baths. It is just 26 minutes from the Okuchi bus station, where you can catch a bus to the park.
Kotsukigawa Riverside
Strolling from Terukuni-jinja Shrine to Kagoshima Chuo Station, you will meet the Kotsukigawa River, which runs across Kagoshima city. The riverbanks are lined with some 500 cherry trees. The perfect scene for either a leisurely walk along the river, or simply to sit and enjoy a relaxing, romantic view.
This hotel is located right on the riverbank, affording you a lovely view directly from your window. It is also near the Kagoshima-Chuo Station, with food and shopping options to spare.
Yoshino Park
The Yoshino Park is a sizeable city park located in the north of Kagoshima City, about a half-hour bus ride from Kagoshima-Chuo Station. There are around 630 cherry trees in 12 different cherry blossom species, including the rarely seen Kawazu Sakura and Izuno Odoriko Sakura. The park also offers excellent views of the smoking volcano Sakurajima as well as of Kagoshima city itself.
This stylish hotel is just 19 minutes away from Yoshino Park and a 5-minute walk away from the Tenmonkan shopping arcade. It’s also within easy reach of the Tenmonkan Dori Tram Station, giving you instant access to explore Kagoshima City. Select rooms also offer such amenities as a private open-air bath and terrace!
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