Spring Comes Early in Minami-Izu – Sakura by the Sea

While most chase sakura in April, I found a hidden gem in February—Minami-Izu Town in Shizuoka, where early-blooming Kawazu-zakura trees line rivers and coastal roads in blushing pink. The contrast of cherry blossoms against the turquoise sea and warm sun made it feel like spring and summer collided. It was peaceful, vibrant, and unforgettable—Japan’s early blossom secret. #cherryblossom25