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Did you know there are over 200 types of cherry blossoms in Japan? AND they don’t all bloom in April! 🌸 From dramatic pink queens to delicate yellow petals, each sakura has its own unique charm!Here’s your must-know guide to the prettiest sakura varieties in Japan:🌸 Somei Yoshino – The OG Queen 👑 – Classic pale pink petals, late March to early April.
🌸 Kanzan – The Fluffy Glam Girl 🎀 – Rich pink, double-layered petals, mid to late April.
🌸 Kawazu-zakura – The Early Bird 🌅 – Bold pink petals, February to early March.
🌸 Shidarezakura – The Weeping Beauty 😭 – Cascading petals, early to mid-April.
🌸 Ukon – The Wild Card 🍋 – Rare pale yellow petals, late April.🌸✨ Want to see sakura AND snow monkeys at the same time? ✨🐒💬 Which sakura steals your heart? Let us know in the comments! 🌸💕

Did you know there are over 200 types of cherry blossoms in Japan? AND they don’t all bloom in April! 🌸 From dramatic pink queens to delicate yellow petals, each sakura has its own unique charm!Here’s your must-know guide to the prettiest sakura varieties in Japan:🌸 Somei Yoshino – The OG Queen 👑 – Classic pale pink petals, late March to early April.
🌸 Kanzan – The Fluffy Glam Girl 🎀 – Rich pink, double-layered petals, mid to late April.
🌸 Kawazu-zakura – The Early Bird 🌅 – Bold pink petals, February to early March.
🌸 Shidarezakura – The Weeping Beauty 😭 – Cascading petals, early to mid-April.
🌸 Ukon – The Wild Card 🍋 – Rare pale yellow petals, late April.🌸✨ Want to see sakura AND snow monkeys at the same time? ✨🐒💬 Which sakura steals your heart? Let us know in the comments! 🌸💕

👉 Street Performance Hospitality Party | Tochigi | March 22
👉 Southwest Cherry Blossom Festival | Saitama | March 22
👉 Shimotsuma Sunuma Cherry Blossom Festival | Ibaraki | March 21 - April 11
👉 Kezoji Park Flower Festival | Gunma | March 20 - May 11
👉 Bunkyo Cherry Blossom Festival | Tokyo | March 22 - April 6
👉 Otawara City Cherry Blossom Festival | Tochigi | March 22 - April 20
👉 Sakaemachi Cherry Blossom Festival | Chiba | March 22 - 23
👉 Oyama Cherry Blossom Festival | Tochigi | March 22 - April 13
👉 Sakura Festival (Kawasato venue) | Saitama | March 21 - April 12Follow us to stay in the loop on Japan’s best events! 🇯🇵🌸✨

Here’s your ultimate nighttime sakura checklist:🌸 Meguro River – Lantern-lit sakura reflections = fairytale vibes! 🏮✨
🚣‍♂️ Chidorigafuchi – Row a boat under glowing cherry trees—peak romance! 💕
🎎 Ueno Park – Edo-era festival lights under 1,200 cherry trees! 🏯
🌆 Sumida River – Walk through a sakura tunnel with Tokyo Skytree glowing! 🏙️
🍸 Tokyo Midtown – Chic yozakura with soft pink & white city lights! ✨
🌿 Rikugien Garden – A 15m weeping cherry tree glowing golden! 🌙
🌸 Ark Hills – A hidden sakura tunnel away from the crowds! 💫
🌲 Koganei Park – Tokyo’s longest yozakura season with 1,400 trees! 🌸🏞️
🌟 Shinjuku Gyoen – Rare nighttime sakura openings with stunning illuminations! 🎆
🎋 Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa – Luxury yozakura with bamboo lanterns 🎐💬 Which Yozakura spot is on your must-visit list? Drop your pick in the comments! 👇✨ Want a personalised Tokyo itinerary? DM us & let’s plan your perfect trip!

Love grilling your own meat? Experience yakiniku—Japan’s iconic grilled meat BBQ where YOU cook it just how you like!👇 TOP YAKINIKU RESTAURANTS (from budget to luxury):
🥩 Yakiniku Like (Affordable, multiple locations)
🥩 An An (Budget-friendly, multiple locations)
🥩 0 Sec Lemon Sour Tokiwatei (Mid-range, multiple locations)
🥩 Gyu-Kaku (Mid-range, multiple locations)
🥩 Jojoen (Premium, multiple locations)
🥩 Yakiniku Mafia (Ikebukuro, high-end)
🥩 Rokkasen (Shinjuku, premium)
🥩 Yakiniku Futago (High-end, multiple locations)
🥩 Yoroniku (Luxury, Roppongi)
🥩 Ushigoro (Luxury, multiple locations)🍽️ So many more options to explore! Got any favourites? Drop them in the comments!

Ever wanted to customise your own Kaisendon? This spot in a 110-year-old traditional machiya lets you create your ultimate seafood rice bowl experience!📍 TILE – The Creative Kaisendon Spot
🍣 Choose from 30+ toppings: fresh seafood, kombu sashimi, roast beef & more
🍚 Rice options: classic white rice or special red vinegar rice
🔒 Entrance Secret: Get the passcode from their Instagram page!📌 Location: 4-18 Konohana-cho, Kanazawa, Ishikawa
☎ TEL: 076-255-2802
⏰ Hours: 11:00-22:00

1️⃣ Michelin-Star Meals on a Budget! 🍜
2️⃣ Buses or Trains? 🚌 Trains are great, but buses can be cheaper & take you to hidden gems!
3️⃣ Bike Around for an Authentic Local Experience! 🚴‍♂️ Cheap, fun & lets you explore like a pro!
4️⃣ All-You-Can-Eat Japan Edition! 🍣🍻 Sushi, yakiniku & desserts—Japan does AYCE RIGHT!
5️⃣ 100-Yen Store Shopping Hack! 🛍️ Daiso & Seria = souvenir heaven without breaking the bank!

From cherry blossoms to fire festivals, here’s what’s going down! 🚀1️⃣ Weather Update 🌤️❄️ Snow in Hokkaido, beach weather in Okinawa—layer up!
2️⃣ Seasonal Highlights 🎎🍡 Hinamatsuri Festival, White Day sweets & early cherry blossoms!
3️⃣ Best Early Hanami Spots 🌸🍡 Kawazu, Shizuoka & Kyushu—sakura comes early here!
4️⃣ Must-Try Seasonal Foods 🍡🥗🍫 From sakura mochi to White Day chocolates!
5️⃣ Can’t-Miss Events 🔥🏯 Omizutori Fire Festival, Meiji Shrine’s Hinamatsuri!🚨 Save this for later & tag your Japan squad! Where’s your dream hanami spot? 🌸👇

🚨 DON’T make this mistake when travelling in Japan! Internet is essential for maps, translations & keeping up with your Insta game! 📱💡 Here’s how to stay connected:✅ SIM Card: Best for solo travellers. No extra gadgets, just swap & go!
✅ Pocket WiFi: Perfect for groups. Share unlimited data across multiple devices!🛍️ Where to get one? Pre-book online & pick up at the airport or your hotel—super easy! ✈️🏨🚀 Tag a friend who NEEDS this & save it for your Japan trip!

👉 BokuTei Sakura Festival | Sumida Park, Tokyo | March 15 - April 13
👉 Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival | Ueno Park, Tokyo | March 14 - April 13
👉 Midtown Blossom | Tokyo Midtown, Tokyo | March 14 - April 13
👉 Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival | Chidorigafuchi Park, Tokyo | March 12 - April 23
👉 Furukawa Peach Festival | Koga Kokuho Park, Ibaraki | March 15 - 30
👉 Noda City Sekiyado Castle Cherry Blossom Festival | Chiba | March 15 - April 6
👉 Oiso City Event | Oiso Port, Kanagawa | March 16
👉 Flower Spring in Ikebukuro | Ikebukuro, Tokyo | March 14 - 16
👉 Uzuma no Koinobori | Uwa River, Tochigi | March 15 - May 15

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