In springtime, the blooming cherry blossoms turn Oyokogawa-Shinsui Koen into a stunningly beautiful place. The park runs alongside the Oyoko-gawa River in the Sumida Ward of Tokyo, and is a popular place for local residents who play, walk, fish, and even swim there. With the Tokyo Skytree looming nearby, cherry blossom season gives visitors a taste of Japan's dual natures: historic traditions side-by-side with ultra-modernity, natural beauty next to futuristic technology and architecture. Walk the entire length of the scenic park, or find a quiet bench to relax on - either way, it doesn't get much prettier than this.
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Sakura at Oyokogawa-Shinsui Park
Beautiful cherry blossoms at a Tokyo riverside park

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Cherry blossoms overhanging the Oyoko-gawa River

Examining the frailty of cherry blossoms

A springtime treat

The Tokyo SkyTree hovers overhead

Kids at play beneath the sakura

Bamboo breaks up the sakura

A beautiful place to explore

A handsome park

Tree-lined pathways

Beautiful park architecture tucked into a small space
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Iain Stanley
10 years ago
Sadly, our hanami weekend was a washout......

Anonymous
10 years ago
Lovely pictures, I wish I was there :(
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