3 popular sakura viewing spots in the Michinoku area Tohoku region, Japan

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The Tohoku region is one of the most charming regions. As it is full of cultural attractions Beautiful nature And many areas still maintain the traditional way of life of the local people as well This time, we will introduce you to the best 3 cherry blossom viewing spots in the Michinoku area. The Tohoku region is the annual cherry blossom festival at Hirosaki Castle, Aomori Prefecture, the annual cherry blossom festival at Kakunodate samurai village (Akita). And the annual cherry blossom festival at Kitakami Tenshochi Park, Iwate Prefecture, all of which you can visit easily and comfortably by using the JR EAST train. That will surely satisfy you with the beautiful scenery of the sakura.

Annual Cherry Blossom Festival at Hirosaki Castle, Aomori Prefecture
Held for the 101st time, this annual cherry blossom festival at Hirosaki Castle in 2021, Hirosaki Castle is one of the three most beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in the Tohoku region. At least 1 million tourists came to visit this year, although there are usually many people traveling to travel to each other. But you can not worry because the castle area is spacious Definitely not crowded You will find 52 kinds of cherry trees dotted with more than 2,600 trees along the way, especially around the red wooden bridge, "Gejobashi". Below, the cherry blossoms are sprinkled on the water, giving you a beautiful atmosphere that seems to have fallen into the city. Maya ever

・ Expected event period: April 23 to May 5, 2021

・ Venue: Hirosaki Castle Hirosaki City Aomori Prefecture

・ How to Get There: From Hirosaki Station, take the Dotemachi Circulation Bus 100 yen (about 10 minutes) and get off at Hirosaki Park. Walk for about 25 minutes to reach the castle.

When traveling from Tokyo Take a train from Ueno Station to Hirosaki Station.

Annual Sakura Viewing Festival at Kakunodate Samurai Village, Akita Prefecture
Kakunodate is a small town. In Akita prefecture Known for over 400 years of well-preserved ancient samurai residences, this retro atmosphere made the samurai village so popular with Japanese people that it was nicknamed The Little Kyoto. ) Now it has opened as a major tourist attraction of the city where you can experience Japanese culture in all 6 samurai houses.For the Sakura Festival, this is a popular cherry blossom viewing spot with over 1.2 million visitors a year. Appreciate the beauty of the Yoshidare Sakura species (Shidarezakura) hanging branches hanging around the village area. In addition, nearby There is also the Hinokinai River, which is lined with Some-Yoshino gura trees, 2 km long, for you to walk and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Explore the Tohoku region at a great price with the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku Area).

You can use the JR EAST PASS (Tohoku Area) to enjoy an unbeatable tour for 19,350 yen for adults and 9,670 yen for a child ticket. (Special price for purchase from outside Japan at the JR-EAST official website) can be used to board the Shinkansen. Limited express trains with reserved seats And ordinary trains In designated areas with unlimited travel for 5 days (within a period of 14 days)

* JR EAST PASS (Tohoku Area) fare adjustments will be made from April 2021, with an adult ticket sold for 20,000 yen and a child ticket will be sold at a price of 10,000, valid for 5 consecutive days.

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