Greetings from Tokyo! I’ve come to
Japan for my second attempt at chasing the elusive and stunning cherry
blossoms (known locally as Sakura)
for the next two weeks.
Usually there’s a bit of a time gap between taking a trip
and actually post my trip report, but this time I’ll be posting a few of my
favorite Sakura photos from each day in Japan.
Although the season started officially on March 21, it seems
that I’ve arrived in Tokyo a few days early, as most of the trees have yet to
blossom. However, a few places in Tokyo have already reached full bloom.
Myohoji Temple in
Setagaya illuminated at night
Koishikawa K?rakuen
Garden (Unfortunately way too crowded with tourists. I’d avoid going during
peak hours)
Tama Cemetery
containing over 1000 trees among Tokyo’s grandest graves offered a much more
peaceful environment.
Over the next seven days the entire city is expected to transform
into a fiery bloom of pink and white as the blossoms finally open. Join me as I
become Lost in Sakura!
