Pink Sakura Avenue: Tokyo’s Nihonbashi Revives the Charm of the Edo Period

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department

As the cherry blossom season in Japan arrives, it is gradually painting the country in romantic hues of pink. According to weather map, the blooming date of cherry blossoms in Tokyo is expected to be March 24, with full bloom on April 1. Please get ready for cherry blossom viewing soon. Tokyo’s renowned cherry blossom spot “Nihonbashi” holds various events every year to coincide with the blooming of the cherry blossoms. In 2016, the events took place from March 18 to April 10, allowing everyone to enjoy the festive atmosphere of spring.

Nihonbashi is also known by other names such as the “Sakura Avenue of Japan Bridge” and the “Edo Sakura Avenue.” During the cherry blossom blooming period, it is specially decorated with a cherry blossom theme, blending traditional Edo charm to create a Japanese sakura street. Decorations, LED lights, and light projection technology are used to showcase the stunning sight of falling cherry blossoms. In addition, shops around Rokkaku-bashi also host “Sakura Bars” where you can sample fine drinks and cuisine, as well as “Sakura Buses” that take you around famous cherry blossom spots.