2025 Miharu Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

#cherryblossom25 Miharu Takizakura isn’t just any cherry tree, it’s like the superstar grandma of sakura trees. This ancient beauty is over 1,000 years old and still rocking those cascading pink petals like a total boss. The name Takizakura means waterfall cherry, and trust me, standing under its drooping blossoms feels like you’re caught in a gentle sakura waterfall. The whole vibe here is magical. It’s a single tree, but wow, what a presence. People come from everywhere to soak in the peaceful energy, snap pics, and maybe have a quiet moment with nature. It’s not crowded or noisy, just pure springtime serenity mixed with some serious tree respect. Bonus points: it’s lit up at night during peak bloom, so you can get those dreamy sakura views even after dark. If you want cherry blossom awe with zero fuss, Miharu Takizakura is where it’s at.

#cherryblossom25 Standing for over 1,000 years in Fukushima Prefecture, this legendary weeping cherry (shidarezakura) is one of Japan’s "Three Great Cherry Trees" and a national natural monument. Its cascading branches span 25 meters—like a pink waterfall frozen in time—drawing pilgrims from across the globe. 📍 Address: 296 Sakurakubo, Miharu, Tamura District, Fukushima 🚆 From Tokyo: - Shinkansen to Koriyama Station (90min), then bus to Miharu (40min)

#cherryblossom25 Miharu Takizakura is not just a cherry tree — it’s a living legend. This over-1,000-year-old weeping cherry tree is one of Japan’s three great sakura, and seeing it in bloom felt like a spiritual experience. The name “Takizakura” means “waterfall cherry tree,” and the way its massive branches cascade with blossoms really does resemble a pink waterfall. I planned my visit to Fukushima around this tree, and it was worth every second. The area around it is carefully preserved and quiet, with benches and gentle walking paths. I went just after sunrise when the morning light hit the blossoms perfectly. The photos I posted with #cherryblossom25 don’t even capture half the majesty of seeing it in real life. Locals treat the tree like a beloved elder — and honestly, you can feel its presence. This wasn’t just a photo stop; it was a deeply peaceful moment I’ll never forget.

#aprilblooms It is a nationally designated natural monument, which is estimated to be more than 1000 years old, and is one of the three largest cherry blossoms in Japan. In Reiwa 4, it celebrated its 100th anniversary of being designated as a national natural monument. The tree is 13.5 metres high, the root circumference is 11.3 metres, and the branches are 25 metres from the trunk to the east and 20 metres from the north to the south, and the appearance from close is a masterpiece. It is also said that it came to be called "taki cherry blossoms" because small light red flowers bloom all over the branches and look like a falling waterfall. Not only during the day, but also the waterfall cherry blossoms lit up at night are a must-see.

#cherryblossom25 Miharu Takizakura, one of Japan’s most famous cherry trees, is a must-see for sakura lovers. This ancient weeping cherry tree, over 1,000 years old, stands majestically in a rural hillside, its cascading pink blossoms resembling a waterfall. The tree’s grandeur is enhanced by the serene countryside setting, making it a perfect destination for nature lovers and photographers. During peak bloom, thousands of visitors come to admire this natural wonder, especially at sunrise and sunset when the lighting enhances its beauty. Night illuminations add a mystical touch. Miharu Takizakura is a breathtaking symbol of Japan’s enduring connection to cherry blossoms.

"Miharu Takizakura" in Miharu Town, Fukushima Prefecture, is one of the three most famous cherry blossom trees in Japan. In 1922, it was the first cherry tree to be designated a national natural monument. It is a representative weeping cherry tree in Japan, with a height of 13.5m, a root circumference of 11.3m, and an estimated age of over 1,000 years. The best time to see the cherry blossoms is usually mid-April In 2025, the cherry blossoms are expected to bloom on April 3rd and reach full bloom on April 7th During the cherry blossom viewing season, there are many stalls set up around the area, and it gets very crowded * Cherry blossom viewing season: From the day after the cherry blossoms are declared to bloom until the leaves fall Location: 296 Sakurakubo, Takiza, Miharu-machi, Tamura-gun, Fukushima Period: Depends on the flowering situation Shop opening hours: 6:00-18:00 *Until 21:00 when lit up Illumination: 18:00-21:00 Cherry blossom viewing fee: 500 yen per person Takizakuradai Parking Lot is free (850 cars) Access: About 30 minutes by car from Koriyama Higashi IC on the Ban'etsu Expressway, or about 20 minutes from Funehiki Miharu IC During the cherry blossom viewing season, a free shuttle bus runs between Takizakuradai Parking Lot and Miharu Town Sports Park The illumination is mysterious and breathtakingly beautiful #Seasonal places in Japan #Fukushima Prefecture #Famous cherry blossom spot #Breathtaking view

#Sakura2024 Takizakura blooms in Miharu Town, Fukushima. This weeping cherry tree is a national natural monument. It's amazing that it has been blooming here every year for 1000 years. Great senior! The name Miharu is so cute, isn't it? It's named after the three springs that come at the same time: plum, peach, and cherry blossoms. And I love the mild taste of this soft serve ice cream 🍦 It's such a bargain to be able to enjoy three flavors at once! A must-try soft serve ice cream♡ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Miharu Takizakura 📍296 Sakurakubo, Takiaza, Miharu-cho, Tamura-gun, Fukushima 🚌Take the special bus "Takizakura-go" from Koriyama Station to the Miharu Station bus stop 💰500 yen ☑︎Takizakura, one of Japan's three great cherry blossoms ☑︎Over 1000 years old, a national natural monument, 13.5m tall, 11.3m around the roots ☑︎Three flavors of delicious soft serve ice cream ☑︎Blooms in late April ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ※This information is current, so please check it out before you go! Photo taken on: 2024/4 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🫧🫧🫧~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Right now! This moment! Enjoy it to the fullest Maya trip ✔︎A place I'm glad I got to experience for myself ✔︎I hope this will be helpful for your outings♫ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~🌸~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ #sakura #spring #spring photos #cherry blossom season #trip to Fukushima #Miharu Takizakura

#cherryblossom2024 Address: Sakurakubo-296 Taki, Miharu, Tamura District, Fukushima 963-7714, Japan. Highlights: Miharu Takizakura, located in Fukushima prefecture, is undoubtedly the top cherry blossom spot in the area. During peak season, the site is bustling with visitors, and finding nearby parking can be challenging. However, the ¥500 entrance fee is well worth it for the chance to witness the unique beauty of the historical Takizakura tree. Despite the crowds, Miharu Takizakura is a lovely place to visit. The ancient tree is a sight to behold and is surrounded by a vibrant atmosphere. Additionally, there are several snack shops nearby, offering a variety of treats such as ice cream, takoyaki, and curry buns, adding to the overall experience. In conclusion, Miharu Takizakura is a must-visit destination for cherry blossom enthusiasts. Despite the crowds, the beauty of the historical Takizakura tree and the lively atmosphere make it a worthwhile experience. #Japan #awesomepic #park #Nature

#cherryblossom2024 The population of the city of Miharu in Fukushima Prefecture is about 17 thousand people. Most of the time, the city lives like an ordinary farming settlement, but every spring almost 300 thousand guests come here. They all want to see the famous sakura Miharu Takizakura. "Takizakura" translates as "sakura flower waterfall". In spring, cascades of gorgeous pale pink flowers bloom on its branches. You won't see such an amazing sight anywhere else in Japan. The type of this sakura is Pendula Rosea In 1922, Miharu Takizakura was recognized as a national monument The tree reaches a height of 12 meters, and the flowering branches cover an area with a diameter of about 20 meters During the flowering season, narrow city streets can be congested, making it difficult to travel by car. It is best to use the buses that run from Miharu Station at this time. A round trip, along with a fee for admiring the tree, will cost 1,000 yen. Miharu Station is on the Banetsu East line, between Koriyama and Iwaki. Both of these cities can be reached from Tokyo. If possible, try to admire the famous sakura at night. Thanks to the backlight, it looks completely different in the dark than it does in the daytime, but it's just as great. In the surrounding area After admiring the cherry blossoms, think about a trip to the surrounding area — for example, to the north, to the city of Iizaka at the hot springs. You can go to the Abukuma cave, but you will have to leave early in the morning. Children will love the Likka-chan Castle, dedicated to the doll of the same name. There you can change into a doll costume, go to the museum and do some shopping.

Fukushima Prefecture has one of the three most famous cherry blossoms in Japan, and there are several cherry blossom spots worth seeing, but this time I would like to introduce "Miharu Takizakura" in Miharu Town, Fukushima Prefecture, which is considered one of the three most famous cherry blossoms in Japan. [About Miharu Takizakura] It is a weeping cherry tree that is a nationally designated natural monument and is estimated to be over 1,000 years old. It is counted as one of the three most famous cherry blossoms in Japan, along with Yamanashi's "Jindai Sakura" and Gifu's "Usuzumi Sakura".🌸 It is called Miharu "Taki" Sakura because the branches are covered with small pale pink flowers, and the appearance looks like a waterfall. 🧐 It is a cherry blossom spot that every Japanese person should see at least once, so please do! You can now purchase admission tickets online in advance! You will need to specify the date of your visit, but cancellations are free✨ If you purchase on the day, you will have to line up, so if you have decided to go, we recommend purchasing your tickets in advance! The best time to see them is probably mid-April? [How to get there] ------------ To get to Miharu Takizakura, if you don't have a car, you can take a bus from Miharu Station 🚍 We recommend taking the bus from Miharu Station! Depending on the flowering situation, there will be an increase in the number of buses between Koriyama Station and Miharu Station, and a special bus called "Takizakura-go" will depart from Miharu Station! ・Operating period: April 6th to 14th, 2024 ※Operating days vary depending on the day, so check the website The great thing about this is that while it is expected to be crowded if you go by car, this bus and taxi go on roads that regular cars do not use (and are not allowed to use), so you can avoid traffic jams ✨ If you can't go by car but are having trouble accessing it, please try this out 😁 ------------ That's all! What do you think? I have conquered the three major cherry blossoms! Everyone, please try to conquer it 😆 ~ ...

Cherry Blossoms 🌸… Went to Miharu in Fukushima to see this great Sakura Tree the Takizakura, one of the three greatest Sakura Trees in Japan… this tree is a 1,000year old Sakura. #awesomepic #cherryblossom2023

[City Hill Observatory]: Cityyama Observatory is the best place to overlook Kagoshima City and look forward to Sakurajima. The mountain roads up the mountain are very rugged, and the surrounding ancient trees cover the sky and are extremely dense. All the way is shaded and covered with leaves. Standing on the Chengshan Observatory, this small and calm town of Kagoshima has a panoramic view. Although the observatory is not big, but after all, free attractions. I don't know why, there are so many cats on Chengshan Park, you never know which side of the next one suddenly pops out. Looking around Kagoshima Prefecture, the houses seem to be very messy, and in the distance you can see the Sakurajima volcano hidden in the clouds. The estimated time of the tour here is 30 minutes, and there will be some shops selling souvenirs.