This is a scene I encountered when I traveled in the spring of 2021. While driving near the border between Akita and Yamagata prefectures on National Route 13, there were good low clouds hanging over the mountain, and I was wondering if there was a mountain that I could climb nearby, but there was a mountain called Yakushiyama on the side of the road. I hurriedly climbed up and reached the top of the mountain in about 20 minutes and I was able to see this scene. The small island floating in the sea of clouds and the fresh green were the best match. I am grateful to nature for showing me.

A university rich in nature and full of spirit.

I went to Kakunodate, Akita last April this year. I was looking forward for the Sakura trees but I went there a bit too early. Although I couldn't see the full bloom of Sakura flowers, I still had a good time here. Kakunodate is also known as the "little kyoto" of northeastern Japan. Like Kyoto, it also has beautiful nature, good food, and delicious desserts. I even met an adorable Akita dog named Bukemaru. He is popular in that place, and I want to visit him again.

The famous azalea viewing spot in Tokyo. The shiofune kannonji temple. One of most famous spring destination. A small hill fully cover with colorful azalea flowers.

Two mom friends (one still in the belly) cherry blossom viewing excursion. Coronavirus pandemic, I definitely took a selfie and enjoyed cherry blossom viewing!

Ashino Park, which has been selected as one of the Japan's "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots," has the Osamu Dazai Literary Monument, a bronze statue, a monument to the birthplace of the Tsugaru shamisen, and more than 1,500 cherry trees, including Somei Yoshino. Especially near Ashino Koen Station, the Tsugaru Railway runs through a cherry blossom tunnel that spreads out to cover the tracks, and the sight is an unforgettable memory of the trip.

The fondest travel memory I have of Japan is being able to experience with my family the majestic view of cherry blossoms in full bloom which is truly a sight to behold. One quiet morning during the spring season, we witnessed how early risers of Osaka get to start their day with a picturesque canopy of sakura trees in full bloom. One can’t stop but be left breathless in sheer delight by just looking at the majestic sight of these flurry of pink and whites flutter in the wind. Our personal experience of hanami was an unforgettable memory because the experience left us with a great reminder on how our lives are much like the sakura blossoms -- beautiful and fleeting. Life is so short and so one must enjoy and appreciate every moment we have while we are alive.

The shrine at the foot of Inuyama Castle is dedicated with a pink heart, and the sight of Kapuru taking pictures in front of a very Instagrammable was very smiling and moving. I took a cut of the red torii gate and ema of Sanko Shrine.

I came to Gujo Hachiman Castle in Shinsho, Gujo Hachiman Castle is on top of a mountain, and it took me about 20 minutes to walk up from the bottom, and it was very comfortable surrounded by trees on the side of the mountain road.

I went sightseeing in the tarai-bune of Ogaki City, Gifu Prefecture. The weather was good, and the waterfall matched the new record, and I was very impressed.

I took this photo at the Tarumi Railway Hinata Station in Gifu Prefecture this spring. On this day, it was in full bloom, and I put in the starting car and Sakura and took a picture.

Toyama Prefectural Mountains It is a large valley of snow 18m.

It is a cherry blossom in Asahi Town, Toyama Prefecture. It is a collaboration of tulips, cherry blossoms and snowy mountains.

It is the Sakura Tower.

This is a night cruise on the Tomiwa Canal in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture.

It's Sakura and the moon.

It is a cherry blossom in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture.

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Nagano Prefecture Ina City Misuzu Kasahara's "Cherry Blossoms on the Banks of the Six Roads" This photo was taken on April 10, 2022. Compared to Takaen Castle Ruins Park, there are fewer people and you can spend a relaxing time. You can see the rows of cherry blossom trees, lush ponds, and snow-covered Komagatake. The point of this photo is the co-starring of cherry blossoms and Nishikigoi. SONYα7Ⅱ FE59mm 1/2000s f5 ISO320

To the rapeseed field in Minamiizu Town, which is called "the village of 100 healthy surnames". Surrounded by yellow scenery all around, I naturally smiled.

Wanted to post this earlier this week, but better late than never I suppose. Was walking around Arakawa and they were having a rose festival sort of event it seemed like. Over by Arakawa Amusement Park there was a little area set up with some stalls. I didn't get to check it out but it seemed like there were a lot of people there. The amusement park was also open. I don't think I've seen it open for a while so it was nice to see people are able to visit it again. When I was passing the Arakawa tram I noticed there were tons of roses along the sides of the track that I'd never noticed before so I decided to snap this photo of the pink tram passing by with them.

Cherry blossom camp ? in a secret place Circus TC× cherry blossoms are a great match ?⛺️ When it comes to the outdoors in Japan, it's cherry blossoms, isn't it? ☺️ I want to go there again next year. ✨

This photo was taken at the Yamanoji campsite that opened in the Nanshin region of Nagano Prefecture. The tent standing at the solo campsite and the smoke and fresh green of the bonfire were fantastic, illuminated by the sunlight.

This photo was taken in Shizuoka Prefecture, 700 km away. The moe green color and aroma of new tea are very soothing.

Went to Karuizawa for Golden Week! We booked our shinkansen tickets well in advance so we were basically flipping a coin with the weather, but it still managed to be a really fun trip despite 2/3 days being rain. We were able to do a lot of shopping at the outlet mall near the station and other places in the area on the first and third days when it rained so it worked out perfectly. My girlfriend's friend was headed back home from Tokyo the same direction we were headed so she stayed one night with us and then we were able to all hang out and go shopping in Karuizawa for most of the day after which she hopped back on the shinkansen towards home. The second day was really nice weather, despite being just a bit chilly, but it was still nice enough that we were able to rent some bicycles and ride around the area. The place where we rented the bikes gave us a nice sightseeing route to go on and so we were able to see a bunch of different places and use our time effectively. When we were headed into town we crossed a bridge and there was a nice view of Mt. Asama with a ton of fisherman fishing along the river below the bridge. It was a pretty cool sight. We even got to see someone catch a fish as well. We obviously went to Shiraito Falls as well and it was really beautiful. There was a sign behind that described how the water took around 5 years to come out of the ground where the waterfall was or something to that effect as well. The path leading up the waterfall was quite neat as well, with the river running next to it and a giant fallen tree with more smaller waterfalls to go with it. There was also two wooden carvings of the characters from Demon Slayer (鬼滅の刃) which was interesting. The food in the area was delicious as well. We were staying at a pension and we only had breakfast with our stay, so we ended up going to another pension where they had yakiniku and we got a pretty good price for a massive platter of food. I was so full at the end I'm not sure how I made it back to where we were staying for the night lol. The third day we did some shopping up at Harunire Terrace (ハルニレテラス) and we kind of just relaxed in the area. It was a pretty trendy place surrounded by nature and there was a hot spring up the road as well. We wanted to go in the hot spring but there was a pretty long line so we decided to pass. We ate dinner at one of the restaurants at the terrace and while all of the indoor seats were taken, we were able to get some outdoor seating. It was cold out so I didn't think it would be a good idea, but they had some heaters outside and blankets and it was actually quite enjoyable. Had a lot of fun and it was a really great place. We might travel there again during the summer when it's warmer as well or maybe in autumn when the leaves change color. I definitely recommend giving it a visit!

Had a nice relaxing golden week and to finish it off I saw some carp streamers billowing in the wind at some park along the river near Kita-senju. Had some really nice weather the past couple days too, which was great. Hope everyone had a nice holiday/vacation!

At Aikawa Waterfront Park in Tarui Town, Gifu Prefecture Carp streamers have been swimming on the river since the end of March. If you are at the end of March ~ beginning of April, you can see cherry blossoms as shown in the photo, and Mt. Ibuki covered with snow in the back.

Sakaori Terraced Rice Fields Ena City, Gifu Prefecture, photographed on May 3, 2022 I really like the Blue Hour ~ Magic Hour before the sunrise.