Aerial footage was taken of the lower thousand cherry trees at Mount Yoshino. Yoshino Mountain, Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture April 2026 *Obtained comprehensive flight permission for unmanned aerial vehicles from the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism *Flight plan notification and flight log creation.

[All About Gokasecho in Spring 🌸] Here are some photos of Gokasecho in full bloom 📷 Rhododendrons, weeping cherry blossoms, and Akebono azaleas were in full bloom! Please feel free to submit your photos for Gokase Hanami 2026!

【Cherry Blossom Tour in Southern Shinshu🌸】Tenryū Gorge and Yae-zakura Kaidō are nearing their peak bloom! Currently at "50% bloom" & night illuminations are underway✨ The overlapping petals create an irresistible volume, reminiscent of peony flowers...! The contrast of pink gradients and the newly sprouted leaves offers a breathtaking view unique to this season✨" On Sunday, April 19th, the "Tenryū Gorge Yaezakura Street Sakura Festival" will also be held! ✅ About 2km (approximately 200 cherry trees of 10 varieties) along the cherry blossom path🌸 ✅ Illuminations are ongoing. A night stroll among the cherry blossoms is also recommended🌙 ✅ On April 19th (Sunday), the "Yae-zakura Kaidō Sakura Festival" will take place🌸

This year's cherry blossoms are coming to an end👀✨ In the end, I encountered the gently swaying weeping cherry blossoms against a backdrop of blue sky. Watching the petals flutter down makes me feel a bit lonely, but I'm glad I could capture this moment in a photo... The seasons pass quickly, but I think I will keep this spring scenery in my heart forever. Thank you for this year's cherry blossoms🌸

Kikuchi Gorge in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture, opens on April 1st, showcasing vibrant fresh greenery. A beautiful natural landscape of streams and forests. With deep greens and clear flowing waters, it offers healing to visitors and represents a prominent tourist spot in Kikuchi City, Kumamoto Prefecture. This place allows you to feel the mysteries of nature throughout the four seasons. The average water temperature is 13 degrees year-round. In spring, enjoy fresh greenery; in summer, a cool retreat; and in autumn, the beautiful foliage. It has been selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Forest Bathing Areas, Top 100 Famous Waters, and Top 100 Waterfalls, among others. Covered with natural broadleaf trees, you can enjoy seasonal wildflowers. Breathtaking views of waterfalls, cobalt blue streams, and primeval forests await. The fresh greenery in spring is stunning, making it a popular spot for photography enthusiasts. The walking paths are well-maintained, allowing you to feel the clear streams up close. There is also a glass-enclosed rest area where you can enjoy the view from the terrace, and light snacks and souvenirs are available for purchase. As of April 1, 2026, parking will be free. On weekends and holidays, a sightseeing shared taxi is available, making it a convenient and economical option. Kikuchi Gorge, filled with the charm of beautiful nature and clear streams, is perfect for hiking and walking, providing a refreshing experience for both body and mind. https://kikuchikanko.ne.jp/archives/featured/kikuchikeikoku...

【Notice of Winter Road Closures and Reopenings】 This is a notice regarding winter road closures and reopenings. The following roads in the Mashu Area will be reopened for winter traffic starting from the dates listed below. ・Prefectural Road 150, Lake Mashu Nakashibetsu Line (Ura-Mashu Viewpoint) will reopen on April 20 at 9:00 AM. ・Prefectural Road 587, Atosato Koshimizu Line will reopen on April 20 at 10:00 AM. ・Prefectural Road 588, Kussharo Tsubetsu Line (Tsubetsu Pass) is scheduled to reopen on May 15 at 10:00 AM. *During the winter, the detour for Tsubetsu Pass will be along Japan National Route 243 (Bihoro Pass). For more information on winter road closures, please check the Teshikaga Navi. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

It's the perfect day for a drive🌸 Wherever you go, the cherry blossoms are beautiful, making you want to stop and take photos📸 Enjoying spring with my beloved car✨️

A pink shower falls from the sky 🌸 The Soto Ohno Weeping Cherry Blossom, over 300 years old is a famous tree associated with Mito Mitsukuni, and it was stunningly beautiful again this year. Spending time facing this cherry blossom in the quiet mountains is truly a luxury✨️

Melting into the dark night, the weeping cherry blossoms 🌸 This year, the Jizo Zakura in Konamase has once again displayed its magnificent beauty. Let this overwhelming sense of scale be conveyed!

[Notice of the Lifting of Winter Closure for the Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line] This is a notice regarding the lifting of the winter closure for the Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line. Considering the impact of frozen road surfaces and snowfall during the winter period, the closure of the following section will be lifted as detailed below. "Kussharo–Lake Mashu Lakeside Line (Route 52)" This road leads from Kawayu to the Lake Mashu 3rd Observation Deck. The road will be reopened on the following date: Friday, April 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM <Contact Information> Kushiro Construction Management Department Teshikaga Substation (015-482-2147) https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/r8dodokaijyo/...

Cherry blossom viewing spots in Iwata City, Shizuoka Prefecture 🌸 A breathtaking view that spreads 360 degrees. ・ ・ ✅ Shishigahana Park ◎ 62-2 Ohira, Iwata City ◎ Parking: Available 📷 Taken on April 2, 2026 🌸

Tsubosaka-dera Temple's Sakura Daibutsu April 4, 2026 It was rainy, so there were reflections. This time, parking at Tsubosaka-dera was completely reservation-based, eliminating traffic, and we were able to smoothly reach the parking lot at the reserved time.

Photographed today, Wednesday, April 8: the wisteria at san remo park. There are white and purple wisteria trellises; the white is in full bloom while the purple has just begun to open. The azaleas are also coloring up, so please take a look if you are nearby. san remo park Address / Wadahaminamicho (next to Atami Port)

Introduction of Supporting Companies – The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and prizes were presented to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the cooperation of businesses in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported the contest. (In no particular order) This time we introduce Soba Dokoro Fukuzumi‼︎📝Teshikaga Navi carries a wide range of information, so please take a look✨Thank you very much to Soba Dokoro Fukuzumi for supporting this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and for Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

Why not enjoy spring in Oozora-cho again this year?😊 This year’s Shibazakura Festival is scheduled from Sunday, May 3 to Sunday, May 31. Events will be held every Sunday, so be sure to check them out! The scenery turns pink as far as the eye can see—come and see it for yourself! For details on blooming conditions and more, please check Shibazakura Park’s website and social media.🌸

It is precisely because of the cloudy sky that the delicate pink of the cherry blossoms stands out 🌸 the deep green of the willows 🌳 their reflections on the water seem to weave a story…

A spring scene in Reihoku: a photo of the cherry blossoms along the regional agricultural road! They looked to be in full bloom last weekend, but some may still remain. If you pass by, be sure to take a look! 📍 Location: Northern regional agricultural road on Amakusa Shimojima (the Reihoku to Amakusa City area) If you’ve driven this way before or think it’s beautiful, tell us in the comments 🌸

Spring arrives quietly in Toyama… not with noise, but with fresh breath. In the blue hour, when day surrenders to night, the cherry blossom avenue awakens in soft golden light. Lanterns glow gently beneath blooming canopies, and people walk slowly, as if afraid to disturb the moment. Behind it all, the snow-capped Tateyama Range stands in silent majesty — timeless, unmoving, watching spring unfold below. The mountains hold the last light of the evening, their white peaks glowing softly against the deepening sky. In the foreground, the lake refuses stillness. Wind brushes across its surface, rippling reflections of blossoms and lights into fleeting fragments. The air turns colder after sunset, and yet the warmth of spring lingers in every step, every breath, every quiet glance. This photograph captures the delicate balance of spring — warmth and chill, movement and stillness, fleeting beauty and eternal mountains. A moment where nature whispers, and time gently pauses.

The Great Cherry Blossom Buddha at Tsubosaka-dera Temple It was a day of on-and-off rain, but I enjoyed the cherry trees in full bloom. The cherry blossoms looked beautiful lit up at night. At Tsubosaka-dera Temple, there was a temporary observation platform—apparently only for this season—that let visitors enjoy views of the Cherry Blossom Buddha. I’m grateful for it. This year, the parking lot required a full reservation in advance.

Twin Arch 138 with the morning glow and a row of cherry trees The hazy morning sun painted the scene in a soft orange light. Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture April 4, 2026

Introducing Our Sponsors: The 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest The winning entries of the 15th Teshikaga Photo Contest have been announced, and we presented prizes to each winner. This Teshikaga Photo Contest is held with the support of businesses located in Teshikaga. On the official Teshikaga Navi Instagram, we will gradually introduce the sponsoring companies that have supported us. (Order varies) This time we feature Teshikaga Ramen Sohonten‼︎📝Teshikaga Navi carries a wide range of information, so please take a look✨Thank you very much to Teshikaga Ramen Sohonten for supporting this event🙇❣️ We appreciate your continued support for the Teshikaga Photo Contest and for Teshikaga Navi. https://www.masyuko.or.jp/news/photocon_r08/...

I visited Tokiwa Shrine in Mito ⛩ In the peaceful shrine grounds, cherry blossoms bloom as if covering the sky 🌸 Historic buildings and pale pink hues Truly a spring scene Japan can be proud of May this gentle light and color reach someone’s heart across the sea.

From a hill above the residential area, you can see many Kawazu cherry blossoms in full bloom, and from the high ground the Tokaido Shinkansen and Suruga Bay also offered beautiful views.

Mud play at the “Sky Terraced Rice Fields” with ocean views! 🌿🌊 Join us on Sunday, April 19th for a one-day Rice-Planting Trial Tour—participants wanted! ✨ This special event aims to develop a future hands-on experience program. After planting in this stunning location, everyone will enjoy a delicious lunch together! 🍚🥢 Children and adults alike—come ready to get muddy and have fun 😊 📍 Location: 3315 Shiki, Reihoku (We will send directions to the exact experience site to those who register) ⏰ Time: 10:00–12:00 💰 Fee: 1,000 yen (includes insurance and lunch) Sign up via the link in our profile (Tourism Association website) or the QR code on the flyer! 📲

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 ❤

Nagano Prefecture Minami Shinshu Iida Cherry Blossom Report🌸 Spring has arrived in Minami Shinshu again this year🌸 Blooming began earlier than usual this year, and some lone cherry trees are already in full bloom or at their peak. Each tree seems to tell its own story, offering a spring landscape unique to this region. Here’s today’s lineup📷✨ 1. Kuyoto no Sakura (its dignified presence captivates) 2. Yasutomi Sakura (a celebrated tree representing Iida City) 3. Meotozakura (their closeness is heartwarming) 4. and 5. Koubaiin’s red weeping cherry trees (their vivid crimson contrasts with the sky) 6. Unsaizi Temple’s cherry tree (its blooming in silence feels otherworldly) Photo taken: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

On a clear day at a nearby Park, beautiful sanzhu flowers were in bloom. The yellow blossoms are lovely too ☺️