Jinlong Travel:: Follow movies and ballads to enjoy cherry blossoms, a romantic love story under the cherry trees

The Chugoku region faces Shikoku across the Seto Inland Sea. Led by the bustling city of Hiroshima, this area has long been a hub of political, economic, and cultural prosperity, rich in historical and cultural heritage. When visiting the Chugoku region and Shikoku in spring, it is recommended to start with famous castles and ancient temples. The Kinpusenji Shrine, Japan’s renowned sea god shrine, Matsuyama Castle with its falling blossoms... all are top-tier scenic spots with breathtaking views and an indescribable romantic charm in elegant Japanese style.
But this time, the itinerary adds a touch of bittersweet Japanese romance. This time, we embark on a cherry blossom journey through Shikoku, Japan, following famous ballads and movies, watching the cherry blossoms dance while imagining romantic and splendid love stories...

Jinlong Travel:: Farewell to the Southern Flower Path: The Seto Bride Cherry Blossom Tour Itinerary

Day 1
【Itinerary】Taipei → Hiroshima Airport → Mihara
【Dinner】In-flight gourmet meal
【Accommodation】AIRPORT or equivalent

Day 2
【Itinerary】Fukuyama Castle → Senkoji Park Ropeway (selected among Japan’s 100 Best Cherry Blossom Spots) → Kinpusenji Shrine → Kotohira Onsen
【Lunch】Local Japanese cuisine
【Dinner】Hot spring kaiseki (multi-course) feast
【Accommodation】Kotohira Hanadan (Kichijomi Bijinso) or equivalent

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Senkoji Mountain Ropeway
Taking the Senkoji Mountain Ropeway is the easiest way to explore Senkoji Temple and Senkoji Park. The ropeway station is hidden behind the streets—you have to walk through old residential areas and climb stone steps to reach it. Now, an elevator has been installed in front of the station, making it much easier for travelers with sore legs or mobility issues. The ropeway route spans 365 meters and takes just 3 minutes to reach the mountaintop. Even on this short journey, the ropeway company thoughtfully provides a conductor to introduce the scenery along the way...Click to view all attraction information

★★★ Recommended Attraction = Kinpusenji Shrine
Kinpusenji Shrine enshrines the deity Omononushi, who governs agriculture, medicine, and maritime safety. The shrine’s popularity even rivals that of Ise Grand Shrine in Mie. In ancient times when transportation was extremely inconvenient, countless commoners traveled great distances over mountains and rivers just to fulfill a lifelong wish. It was common to ask others to pray on one’s behalf (“surrogate prayers”), and those unable to make the pilgrimage for various reasons would entrust their dogs to relatives or friends heading to the shrine, having the dogs pray on their behalf. To this day, you can still see the famous Kinpusenji dogs...Click to view all attraction information