Contents
- 1. Yoyogi Park (Shibuya Ward) Eating and drinking OK
- 2. Zojoji Temple (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking Not allowed
- 3. Meguro River (Meguro Ward) Eating and drinking Be careful
- 4. Odaiba Seaside Park (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking OK
- 5. Prince Hotel Japanese Garden (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking Not allowed
- 6. Aoyama Cemetery (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking OK
Overview
Here are 6 cherry blossom viewing spots in the southwest of Tokyo’s 23 wards (Minato Ward, Shibuya Ward, Meguro Ward), from famous spots to relatively hidden gems.
1. Yoyogi Park (Shibuya Ward) Eating and drinking OK
It’s a famous spot, so it gets crowded, but the grounds are also vast. You can spread out a plastic sheet and eat and drink with a large group.
https://tokyo-encyclopedia.site/en/yoyogi-park/
2. Zojoji Temple (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking Not allowed
The grounds of Zojoji Temple are also famous for their cherry blossoms. Zojoji Temple itself is also famous as a power spot, so it’s especially recommended to visit in the spring.
https://tokyo-encyclopedia.site/en/zojoji/
3. Meguro River (Meguro Ward) Eating and drinking Be careful
Both sides of the Meguro River near Nakameguro Station and Meguro Station are lined with cherry blossom trees. In recent years, many people have visited, and food stalls have also appeared, but please be careful when eating, drinking, and taking photos as it is a public road.
https://www.gotokyo.org/jp/spot/103/index.html
4. Odaiba Seaside Park (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking OK
This is a park that represents Odaiba, but surprisingly few people know that you can see cherry blossoms here. The view of the sea is also excellent.
https://tokyo-encyclopedia.site/en/odaiba-marine-park/
5. Prince Hotel Japanese Garden (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking Not allowed
Entry to the Prince Hotel garden is free. In addition to Somei-Yoshino, you can enjoy many other types of cherry blossoms.
https://www.princehotels.co.jp/takanawa/facility/japanese-garden/
6. Aoyama Cemetery (Minato Ward) Eating and drinking OK
The paths that divide the large cemetery are lined with cherry trees, and in spring the view is spectacular. Perhaps due to the location, there are relatively few people.
