Count on the locals to know where are the beautiful yet little known places
Another year, another spring, another chance to witness beautiful sakura flowers come into bloom. We've got our very own pink and white paradise at Gardens by the Bay this year, and we're lucky to have even more cherry blossoms to marvel at not too far away from us in Japan. If you're traveling to Japan, you may find that you can easily follow the crowds to a popular cherry blossom viewing spot. The tougher question is, where are the places where you can see beautiful blooms and still be able to enjoy them intimately, away from the crowds? They are not hard to find; you just need to know who to ask. The local residents of Japan themselves have recommended the following 10 hidden gems to give you that unique, magical cherry blossom viewing experience.
Mark down the locations and make your plans now, because the sakura season in Japan is so nearly here!
4. Takasegawa Qulio, Kyoto
Enjoy a beautiful view of sakura blooms while having a meal at Qulio! Located in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto Prefecture, the cosy restaurant is famous for its shabu shabu and sukiyaki (hotpot). But what we think makes it even more unique is the gorgeous view of the outdoors right next to your table! The floor-to-ceiling windows look out to a street that is lined with cherry blossom trees, and the blooms come right near the window. What a magical setting for lunch or dinner!
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