"National Institute of Genetics" in Mishima City, Shizuoka The other day, on Saturday, April 5, 2025, a "Open to the public" was held for only one day a year. Visiting the site of about 650 cherry trees of about 230 types planted in the Inside the facility, lectures and exhibitions will also be held. At the shuttle bus stop that operated free of charge from Mishima Station, there was a long line at one point, and many people enjoyed visiting the site. The general public only has one opportunity to see it a year, but it's really wonderful to see so many different cherry blossoms! This year, the cherry blossom trees in front of the facilities were almost in full bloom and beautiful! See you next year.