🇯🇵 Japan | Aomori’s Most Underrated Sakura Spot: Hachinohe 🌸

#cherryblossom25 Hachinohe is seriously underrated for cherry blossom viewing. The full bloom + petal showers here are almost as breathtaking as Hirosaki Park—but without the crowds! The only downside? Public transport can be inconvenient since the must-see spots are scattered, so plan your bus schedules well or consider a car rental or private driver. 📍Getting There: Departed early morning from Aomori Station → took the private railway to Hachinohe Station. Got lucky—a friendly private driver (@Aomori Car Rental) picked me up from the station and drove me to the parks (free of charge!), saving a ton of time and effort. 🌸 Cherry Blossom Spots in Hachinohe: Hachinohe Park (八戸公園) Huge park with cherry blossoms in full bloom + petal showers Includes a children’s amusement park and even monkeys 🐒 Stunning, quiet, and crowd-free—perfect for long walks and photo sessions Met two kind local ladies who later gave me a lift to more attractions! Shinoda Park (新井田公園) Beautiful blooms, highly recommended during peak season Great alternative if you want a more relaxed, local vibe Tatehana Park (馆鼻公园) Was said to be the best at first, but bloom status can vary—always double-check #thingstodo