Even the lockdown can't stop you from enjoying the cherry blossom
It's this time of the year when cherry blossom spots become the best places to visit in Japan. They are in full bloom, making their way atop the list of popular tourist attractions in Japan!
However, due to the coronavirus lockdown, cherry blossom spots around the world have been cancelled and we feel terrible about it! Although, thanks to the likes of live tv and virtual tours, we can still sit back in the comfort of our homes and soak in the beauty of not just pretty, pink tourists spots in Japan, but also other parts of the world.
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Best places to visit in Japan for cherry blossom
Watch to witness the most famous places in Japan for cherry blossom through this breathtaking 2 minute video.
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One of the most popular places to visit in Japan to get a glimpse of the surreal cherry blossom (or sakura) has to be in Tokyo along the Meguro River.
And what's unique about this location is that the cherry blossoms look even more vibrant at night, when the lights come up. No wonder tourists flock here every year, making it one of the most famous places to visit in Japan.
Another cherry blossom spot boosting the Japan tourism is the Osaka Castle. While we could go ahead and try describe its beauty, we'll let the video speak for itself.
Tokyo’s Chidorigafuchi Moat is also among popular places to visit in Japan. Go ahead, witness the enchanting cherry blossom in all its glory!
Move over places to visit in Japan, it's blooming in Taiwan too
Besides popular tourist attractions in Japan, another hot destination for cherry blossoms is Taiwan. And from when we checked last, they are in full swing (or shall we say spring)!
Here are a couple of videos from Taichung and the famous Wuling Farm.
Cherry blossom in Washington DC
If you think just because you have covered the best places to visit in Japan for the cherry blossom, you've seen it all - let us take you to the United States (virtually, of course!)
Did you know around 3,000 cherry blossom trees were given from the Mayor of Tokyo to the USA in 1912 to celebrate the friendship between both countries? And guess what? The cherry blossoms around Tidal Basin are already blossoming, making it one of the earliest years on record!
Catch the Sakuras of Singapore
The Sakura Matsuri at Gardens by the Bay in Singapore is also something you just can't miss! With real, delightful cherry blossoms blooming, it's safe to say this one is just as beautiful as the most breathtaking places to visit in Japan for sakura.
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