Shizuoka travel guides: Mt. Fuji’s southern side, green tea country, the Izu Peninsula coast, and hot springs between the mountains and the sea.
What Happened The Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival returns in early 2027. The festival typically runs from early February to early March — the 2026 edition ran February 7 to March 8 — and the 2027 dates are usually announced by…
Current as of: 2025-12-14 JST The Kawazu Cherry Blossoms offer a unique and rewarding experience for travelers seeking to witness the beauty of sakura without the peak-season crowds of major cities. It is particularly well-suited for repeat visitors to Japan,…
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