Nothing says pretty in pink like the bloom of cherry blossoms
From end-March to early-May, most parts of Japan will turn into a glorious shade of pink, thanks to the sought-after cherry blossom season! But with such a sight to behold comes the throngs of people, all with a mission to achieve the picture perfect Instagram shot. To beat the masses, here are seven underrated spots that may not reel as many tourists, so as your cherry blossom-watching can go on without a hitch.
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4. Senkoji Temple, Osaka Prefecture
Find your zen in the company of pink blooms at the Senkoji Temple, located in Japan’s Hiroshima. Cherry blossoms are forecasted to flower on 23 April, before progressing to full blooms on 2 April. Here, you’ll find yourself surrounded by weeping cherry trees, including Yaezakura and Yoshino cherry trees. For a panoramic view of the blossoms and Seto Inland Sea, head up the rolling hills at Senkoji Park, also accessed by the Senkoji Ropeway for a fee.
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