Isehara Flower Report – March 30, 2026

Here is today's update on cherry blossom blooming in Isehara City.

Somei-yoshino cherry trees are blooming beautifully across the city and are now at their best.
Around Isehara Station, you can casually enjoy hanami at Isehara Daijingu, Kanzan Park, and Chizu Park.

Cherry blossoms are also at their peak at Sannomiya Hibita Shrine, Hinata Yakushi, Jyohatsu-ganji Temple, the General Sports Park, and Fujiyama Park.
On MtOoyama, blooms are progressing around Kasumi Bridge, while the Ooyama cherry trees are still a little short of full bloom.

Along the Shibuta River, you can enjoy cherry blossoms together with moss phlox, creating a colorful, spring-like scene along the riverbank.

Minami Shinshu Cherry Blossom Report — A fleeting dream floating in the nightfall.

Here are last night’s (March 27) nocturnal cherry blossoms from Minami Shinshu.
This year the blooms came earlier than usual, and their full splendor stood out in the stillness of the night.

Lit from below, they seemed almost alive.

📸 Lineup
①② Azumi no Sato Butai-zakura: The ancient tree’s power is overwhelming when lifted by the lights.
③④ Ishizuka no Sakura: Its branches reach into the night sky with strength and grace.
⑤⑥ Koubaiin Temple weeping cherry: A cascading curtain of rosy blossoms.
⑦⑧ Senshoji Temple weeping cherry: The temple setting lends it a sacred aura.

Date photographed: 2026.3.27

A night-time magic found only in this season and this place.
Come and quietly gaze up at a spring night that you must experience in person.

Starting today, the Minami Shinshu Single Cherry Tree Digital Stamp Rally and the Instagram Photo Contest are also underway!
Check the southern Nagano tourist information site Minami Shinshu Navi for details.

Photographed on January 11, 2014.
A first-fire ceremony by the Kawagoe Young Firefighters Association at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

Event Announcement📣

Shintoku Town’s Takutetsukinoko Tan presents a Birch Sap Water Harvesting Experience😊

This short seasonal nature activity is best enjoyed after the snow melts and before the trees begin to leaf out🎵

You will receive a small share of the clear, natural sap water that trees draw up from the ground, and you can savor it while feeling nature’s vitality, enjoying a campfire and toasted marshmallows🤗

📍Period: Friday, April 3, 2026 – Sunday, April 19, 2026
(Closed on Tuesdays April 7 and 14, and Wednesdays April 8 and 15.)

📍Times: Morning session: 10:00; Afternoon session: 14:00

📍Location: Takutetsu Kinokotan (155 Takutetsu, Shintoku Town)

📍Participation Fee: Adults ¥2,500; Elementary school students ¥1,500

*If you wish to take sap water home, please bring one cleaned 500 ml PET bottle.*
*Please note that sap may not flow or may be scarce depending on weather and temperature conditions.*

📞Applications and Inquiries
Shintoku Tourism Association TEL: 0156-67-7567 (9:00–17:00)

https://shintoku-town.net/2026%e7%99%bd%e6%a8%ba%e6%a8%b9%e6%b6%b2%e6%b0%b4%e6%8e%a1%e5%8f%96%e4%bd%93%e9%a8%93/

Late spring has arrived in Hokkaido.
Adonis ramosa and crocuses are blooming.

There is still snow in shaded areas,
but temperatures have been staying relatively warm,
so cherry blossoms should bloom in late April.

Photographed on January 11, 2014.
This is the New Year’s ladder-riding ritual by the Kawagoe Young Firefighters Association at Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.
Actually, I was laid up with a cold and couldn’t go see the ladder acrobatics, the rifle team demonstration, or the boat parade on the Shingashi River. 😭

Sakuhomachi Tourist Facility Opening Information

Tourist facilities on Yachiho Kogen
will open for the season in stages🌿

■ Yachiho Lake
Operating period: April 17 – October 30
🐟 A popular spot for fishing and relaxing by the lakeside

■ yachiho highland nature park
Operating period: April 23 – November 8
🌲 Enjoy a walk through birch groves and past waterfalls while soaking in nature

■ Flowering Tree Garden and Mallet golf course
Operating period: May 16 – October 12
🌷 A casual area to enjoy the natural scenery of Yachiho Kogen

Each facility has different opening hours,
so please check the image for details.

This season, come to Yachiho Kogen to enjoy everything from fresh greenery to autumn leaves🌱

When I go to Japan I often forget many things.
I wonder if you are the same as me?
Here are items I often leave behind:
passport, visa, phone, small pack of tissues, sanitary products, copy of ID, ID card, swimsuit, sunscreen.
I hope everyone can enjoy their trip abroad!

A while ago, I went to Okinawa for a trip.
It was so fun that I now have a good idea of what to do.
If you’re new to traveling, don’t forget Japanese public transport etiquette.
1. Line up while waiting for the bus or train and follow the rule of letting passengers exit before boarding.
2. After boarding, switch your backpack to a handheld bag or carry it in front of you.
If you’re a beginner, I recommend reading more articles about traveling in Japan.
Please support me.

A magnificent magnolia was in bloom. Against the blue sky, it really makes a strong impression!

A beautiful weeping cherry tree was in bloom.
Somei-Yoshino cherry trees are lovely, but the weeping cherry is lovely too 💓

Pale pink camellia blossoms were blooming beautifully💓 I really like this flower’s color scheme😊

I found a cute purple flower.
Pink cherry blossoms are the main attraction at this time of year, but purple ones are lovely too ❤

I found a lovely flower bed in the park on a sunny day. White and yellow flowers are blooming energetically ☺️

The sky over Kushiro, said to be one of the world’s three great sunsets.
After checking in, time slows as you take in the view beyond the window.

You can’t know the ease of Kushiro until you experience it in person.
Its silence and the feeling in the air turn every moment into something special.

Enjoy a comfortable stay in pollen-free Kushiro.
We also offer high-floor upgrade plans and Golden Week packages.

▶ Kushiro Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kushiroprincehotel/?hl=ja

Photographed on March 25, 2014.
This is Homare-zakura along the Shingashi River behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.
It was half in bloom.

Photographed on March 25, 2014.
Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store has reached its eighth anniversary since opening.
Congratulations‼️㊗️🎉🌈

From special-date limited-value accommodation plans to extended-stay plans for a leisurely multi-night visit.

Choose from a wide range of stay styles to match how you want to spend your time.

Which way will you spend your time?

Green season operations begin Saturday, April 25.
📍Kussharo Prince Hotel
https://www.instagram.com/kussharo_ph/

Photographed on March 25, 2014.
Yesterday I went to see the homarezakura (Homare cherry blossoms) along the Shingashi River.
Before visiting Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine, I took a break at Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store.
I had an oat milk latte and a strawberry doughnut.

At the park I sometimes visit with my child, vibrant purple magnolia blossoms were in bloom 😊
Their deep pink stood out beautifully against the blue sky ✨

Ongoing events through Golden Week‼

① Ongoing until supplies last
Ihama margaret picking
https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=91181&cat=18736&type=event

② Ongoing until around May 5
Strawberry picking
https://www.instagram.com/babyberry_farm/

③ March 28–April 5
Yuigahama cherry blossom tour
http://www.the-surface.com/event.html#sakura

④ April 1–May 5
Bamboo shoot picking and the takeno‑ko eatery opens
http://takenokomura.com/

⑤ April 3
Irozaki Gongen Festival
https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=3725&cat=18736&type=event

⑥ April 18 and 19
Va'a Japan 4th Japan Cup in Minami‑Izu
https://www.vaajapan.com/2026-japan-nationals

⑦ April 29
Lead-horse riding experience day
https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-event-entry&event=7746&cat=18736&type=event

Spring in Minami‑Izu features both Somei-yoshino and mountain cherry blossoms, and it also offers abundant sea- and mountain-based nature experiences, so it’s surprisingly hot (exciting) just for that‼

Events across Minami-Izu Town!
https://www.minami-izu.jp/?p=we-page-eventlist&eventlist=18736

Photographed on March 24, 2014.
This is Homarezakura by the Shingashi River behind Kawagoe Hikawa Shrine.
The cherry blossoms were about 30% in bloom.

March 23rd
A gloriously clear, sunny day in Azumino
Many hikers at the summit of Mount Nagamine were enjoying this view!!
Today even hang gliders made an appearance

March 18th
Today's scenery of Azumino
View from Ohisama Road

March 18th
Spring has arrived in Azumino
Plum blossoms have begun to bloom at Daio Wasabi Farm, and the red and white hues stand out against the wasabi fields

March 5th
From the summit of Mount Nagamine in Azumino’s satoyama, you can enjoy a sky-high view
Views of Azumino town and the Northern Alps
The forest road is still closed for the winter, so please climb on foot and work up a sweat♪

March 4th
Azumino, where it rained all day yesterday
When the rain stopped, the mountains were dusted with snow
Just when I thought most of the snow had melted, the Northern Alps put on their winter coat again

Photographed on March 1, 2014.
This is the hana-temizu (decorative floral water basin) at the omikuji distribution counter of Kawagoe Hachimangu Shrine.

I relaxed at Starbucks Kanetsuki‑dōri Store before going to see the Homarezakura cherry blossoms along the Shingashi River.
I had an oat milk latte and a vanilla old‑fashioned doughnut.

Cherry blossom season has arrived 🌸
The lovely pink hues are so soothing ☺️