Cherry blossoms season is here, which means Meguro river has turned into a white, fairy-tale like tunnel of sakura (cherry blossoms). Now, Meguro river is lovely, but the best spot is the area around Nakameguro. The river is quite narrow there and the trees almost cover it completely. Especially in the evening the view is magical with the red lanterns. The perfect way to enjoy hanami (cherry blossom viewing) at Meguro river is to get off the train at Meguro Station and go down the slope to your left. You will pass a place called Meguro Gajoen, a very luxurious and cultural place, including Hyakudan Kaidan (a stairway of 100 steps), a cultural asset of Japan. As a Japanese culture lover, I think you should visit there at least once, and during the ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement) exhibition it is particularly beautiful. The place is right next to the Meguro river; so after you are done with the cultural things, you are free to enjoy the cherry blossoms. Take a right at the river and keep going straight alongside the river. The Nakameguro area is about a 20-minute walk away from Meguro Gajoen.
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Meguro Gajoen
Cherry blossom viewing with a cultural twist
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Lynda Hogan
3 years ago
It is one of the most opulent hotels I have ever seen. I love the red moon bridge in the bathroom!
It really is beautiful:)
Elena Lisina
5 years ago
In Tokyo I've never been to Meguro yet! Must visit!
Iain Stanley
9 years ago
What beautiful shots!!
Thank you:) The place itself is even more beautiful!
Sonia Schlesinger
9 years ago
Nakameguro is a ton of fun to walk around as a neighborhood in general, and during sakura season in particular. It's crowded but exciting because everyone's out on the street selling food and just enjoying the spring weather. I also highly recommend it. And interesting photos!
Yes! It is great! I live here, so will do a photo story soon;)
Veronika Tomanova
9 years ago
WOW! Your pictures are stunning!
Thank you so much:) The place itself is even more beautiful. Please visit if you have a chance!
Veronika Tomanova
9 years ago
You are welcome! Have fun!
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