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Published: February 3, 2026 While most of Japan awaits the arrival of cherry blossoms in late March, the town of Kawazu in the Izu Peninsula
While most of Japan awaits the arrival of spring, the charming seaside town of Atami in Shizuoka Prefecture is already celebrating. The Atami Sakura, known
Intro Escape the winter chill and step into Japan’s earliest spring at the Atami Plum Blossom Festival (熱海梅園梅まつり, Atami Baien Ume Matsuri). Nestled in the
Japan’s cherry blossom season is a world-renowned spectacle, but the early-blooming Kawazu Sakura in Shizuoka Prefecture offers a unique, month-long preview starting in early February.
Current date: 2026-01-06 (JST) What Happened The dates for the 36th annual Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival have been officially announced. The event will take place
Current as of: 2025-12-14 JST Conclusion The Kawazu Cherry Blossoms offer a unique and rewarding experience for travelers seeking to witness the beauty of sakura
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