The time for cherry blossom viewing is approaching.
It is still cold in Japan, and the other day we even had snow in Tokyo.
But saying “It’s cold, it’s cold” will not make it warmer, so “Let’s warm up our hearts! So, I would like to introduce some Hanami spots in Tokyo!
And the source of the information is from ChatGPT!
They are by far smarter than I am, you know. LOL!
Let’s wait for the cherry blossom season with excitement, knowing the best hanami spots to go to in 2024 before anyone else!
【also included an article about the most beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan】
In the meantime, I will post the resulting images from asking ChatGPT.
- Shinjuku Gyoen（新宿御苑）
- Ueno Onshi Park（上野恩賜公園）
- Edogawa Riverbed（江戸川河川敷）
These three places seem to be ChatGPT’s recommendations! Not bad lol!
Now, based on these answers, I will introduce you one place at a time!
Tokyo Hanami Spots to Visit in 2024 ①: Shinjuku Gyoen
Located in Shinjuku, this garden offers a wide variety of cherry blossoms. The expansive grounds include walkways and a pond, allowing visitors to appreciate the cherry blossoms in a tranquil atmosphere.
Visitors to Shinjuku Gyoen can enjoy many varieties of cherry blossoms.
Shinjuku Gyoen is a quiet, beautiful, and nature-rich place, so you will be able to appreciate cherry blossoms even more beautifully in spring.
Cherry blossoms are introduced on the official website of Shinjuku Gyoen in the “Highlights of Spring” section👇
Shinjuku Gyoen Address: 11 Naito-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo 160-0014, Japan
Tokyo Hanami Spots to Visit in 2024②: Ueno Onshi Park
This park in Ueno is another wonderful hanami spot. The cherry trees are beautiful and can be enjoyed together with other tourist attractions such as the Ueno Zoo and museums.
Ueno Onshi Park has been known as the “Mecca of Hanami” since the Edo period.
It is such a popular hanami spot among the whole nation that it is always featured in the news every year during the cherry blossom season!
Here are some details about cherry blossoms in Ueno Onshi Park from this website!
Ueno Park adresss : Ueno Park, Ikenohata 3-chome, Taito-ku, Japan
Tokyo Hanami Spots to Visit in 2024③: Edogawa Riverbed
Located along the Edogawa River, this place is especially beautiful with its tunnel of cherry blossoms. At night, it is illuminated, creating a romantic atmosphere.
Hanami on the banks of the Edogawa River is characterized by the pleasant cherry blossom viewing experience along the open river!
Interacting with local old men who drink sake will be one of the ways to enjoy the uniqueness of Japan.
Be careful not to get too involved!
As for the Edogawa riverbed, the location is too sketchy, so I asked for a particularly recommended hanami spot.
Kasai Rinkai Park
Kasai Rinkai Park is one of the most popular hanami spots along the Edogawa riverbed. The cherry trees line the park beautifully, and the expansive grounds include a lawn area and barbecue sites. There are also restaurants and stores in the park, so visitors can enjoy eating and resting.
Kasai Rinkai Park Location: Rinkai-cho 6, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo
around Funabori Bridge
Along the banks of the Edogawa River, there are places where cherry trees line the river, but the area around Funabori Bridge is especially beautiful. It is a great place to take a walk along the river or enjoy a picnic.
Funaboribashi Location: 4 Higashi-Komatsugawa, Edogawa-ku, Tokyo 132-0033
near Tokyo City University
This is also a great place for cherry blossom viewing, with rows of cherry trees. Especially at night, the illuminated cherry blossoms create a fantastic atmosphere.
Tokyo City University Location: 1-28-1 Tamatsutsumi, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo 158-8557
Precautions for cherry blossom viewing
In addition, ChatGPT also gave us some notes on what to expect when enjoying Hanami in Tokyo in 2024!
Below is a list of things to keep in mind when enjoying Hanami in Tokyo in 2024:
- be prepared for crowds
- take out the trash
- watch the weather
- use public transportation
- check the drinking regulations
- check the lighting times
Please keep these tips in mind and have an enjoyable hanami season.
That’s what they say.
It really is true!
conclusion
In this issue, we asked ChatGPT for the best hanami spots in Tokyo to visit in 2024 and introduced them to you.
The spots introduced here are well-known to everyone living in Tokyo, so if you want to enjoy the cherry blossoms in spring, you can’t go wrong!
Be sure to take note of the precautions that ChatGPT has given us, and make the best of your hanami experience!
I hope this article has given you a little warm heart ☺.
Thank you very much.
【This article was written by：よだとも/YodaTomo】
