Shizunai is renowned for its 7 km long Sakura blossom road adorned with 3,000 cherry blossom trees. It’s designated as one of Japan’s top 100 scenic roads and top 100 Sakura viewing spots.
The Sakura festival begins in early May, with this year’s 2015 festival starting on May 2nd and concluding on May 10th. As of May 2nd, the Sakura trees are in full bloom, attracting many visitors who come to admire the blossoms.
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During Golden Week, traffic jams are notorious along Route 235 from the end of Hidaka Expressway at Hidaka Monbetsu Exit to Shizunai via Monbetsu (門別) or Toyosato (豊郷).
To avoid congestion, it’s advisable to depart early in the morning. Plan for a journey that could take twice the usual travel time.
The main site is bustling with crowds of people. You’ll find numerous food shops offering items like yakitori and Japanese fast food.
The main site is situated along the road known as the Sakura Tunnel, intersecting the Cherry Blossom Road, which was once the imperial farm during the Taisho era, starting in the early 1900s. Surrounding the road, you’ll enjoy expansive views of vast fields.
Ryu-unkaku (龍雲閣) is situated at the end of Nijyukkendoro Sakura Namiki (Cherry Blossom Road). Parking is available at Ryu-unkaku.
Ryu-unkaku was originally constructed for Emperor Taisho during his stay in Shizunai, and it also hosted some other members of the imperial family. Emperor Showa also stayed at this location.
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Shizunai Nijyukkendoro Sakura Namiki
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