1 The longest cherry blossom line in Japan, stretching for 7km in a straight line, is the "Nijūken Road Cherry Blossom Line" (Shinhidaka Town)

The Nijukken Road Sakura Namiki is the largest cherry blossom avenue in Japan, with over 2,000 cherry trees blooming in a straight line stretching for 7 kilometers. It has also been selected as one of Japan's top 100 roads, one of Japan's top 100 cherry blossom viewing spots, and a Hokkaido Heritage Site, and is loved by many people as one of Japan's leading cherry blossom viewing spots. The cherry blossoms blooming in unison amid the greenery of the surrounding pastureland are breathtakingly beautiful.

2 The illuminated cherry blossom tunnel is also an attractive sight: Yushun Sakura Road (Urakawa Town)

About 3km from the entrance to Yushun no Sato Park, more than 1,000 Siberian wild cherry trees line both sides of the road. The tunnel of blooming cherry blossoms is a delight to visitors. During the Urakawa Cherry Blossom Festival, which is held every year at the peak of the season, the illuminated cherry blossoms create a fantastic nighttime atmosphere that is a must-see.

3 "Noboribetsu Sakura Namiki" (Noboribetsu City): Relax and fulfill your soul with hot springs and cherry blossom viewing

In early May, the 8km road from JR Noboribetsu Station towards Noboribetsu Onsen becomes covered in a tunnel of flowers. Approximately 2,000 Siberian cherry trees, lovingly planted by locals, bloom in full glory, welcoming visitors to Noboribetsu Onsen and Karurusu Onsen.

4 The rare pale green petals can be seen at the Noboribetsu Local History Museum and Noboribetsu Cultural Heritage Museum (Noboribetsu City)

At the Noboribetsu City Local History Museum, 46 cherry trees of six varieties bloom over the course of about a month, with the rare Gyoikou cherry tree, which has pale green petals, being particularly popular. The exterior is modeled after Shiroishi Castle, where the Katakura clan, a samurai of the Sendai domain, lived, and the surrounding cherry blossoms and autumn leaves combine to create a landscape that changes with the seasons.

5 Silo Observatory (Toyako Town): Enjoy the spectacular view of Lake Toya and the mountains, as well as cherry blossoms

Silo Observatory is located on the western shore of Lake Toya in Hokkaido, at the edge of the land surrounding the lake. It is a tourist spot where you can get a panoramic view of Lake Toya, Nakajima, Mount Usu, Showa Shinzan, and more. The contrast between the sparkling blue Lake Toya and the panoramic view of the islands and the cherry blossoms and plum blossoms is a picturesque sight.

6 Stroll along the riverbank of Japan's cleanest river and enjoy the cherry blossoms at Shiribetsu River Ranran Park (Ranbetsu Town)

Shiribetsu River Ranran Park is located on the riverbed, and the vast green space and flower beds offer a variety of seasonal scenery. In particular, during cherry blossom season, the park is adorned with rows of cherry trees in full bloom. There are benches and well-maintained walking paths within the park, and it is wonderful to stroll along the riverbed while admiring the beautiful river and cherry blossoms, which have been named "Japan's cleanest river."

7 A cherry tree that feels powerful as it grows by splitting a huge rock: Usu Zenkoji Temple (Date City)

Within the grounds of Usu Zenkoji Temple, there are several large cherry trees over 200 years old, and the most famous of these is the Ishiwari Sakura, which grew by splitting a huge boulder. There are also many large weeping cherry trees and Yaezakura trees, and in addition to the cherry trees, various trees and flowers that color the seasons, such as hydrangeas and ginkgo trees, are planted, making the temple known as "Date City's famous flower spot."

8 A rare pair of cherry trees that support each other like a married couple: Shoya Sakura Park, Couple Cherry Trees (Erimo Town)

Shoya Sakura Park is widely known as a popular cherry blossom spot where you can see the cherry blossoms together with Shoya Fishing Port, and within the park there is a Siberian wild cherry tree that is estimated to be 300 years old. It is said that the two cherry trees supported each other and eventually became one large tree, which is why they are called "couple cherry trees" and they bloom beautifully every year.

9 Cherry blossoms blooming at the remains of a jin'ya surrounded by greenery at the Mororan Jin'ya Ruins (Muroran City), the remains of the jin'ya of the Southern Domain of Eastern Ezo

It is the only nationally designated historic site in the city, and one of the most representative remains of a late modern jin'ya in Hokkaido. During the end of the Edo period, the Nanbu clan's samurai looked out to sea and guarded the coast at the eastern end of Funka Bay. It was designated a historic site in 1934 and has been preserved for a long time. Today, it is surrounded by greenery and is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot.

10 Samani Dam Campground (Samani Town): A hidden gem for cherry blossom viewing where you can also enjoy the outdoors

The cherry blossoms at Samani Dam are at their best from early to mid-May. This is a famous cherry blossom spot that is known only to those in the know, as it has the latest cherry blossom viewing season in Japan. In the summer, it is also popular as an outdoor spot where you can enjoy camping and river fishing.