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Sakura / Blooming beautiful and utterly Japan-tastic.

MeowScore 😼80/100
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🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😼
🚗 Traffic density 😸
🔈 Noisiness 😻
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Peak Sakura season, unmatched natural beauty.

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january

Visit Sakura for the stunning winter illuminations! ❄️

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february

Enjoy the National Plum Blossom Festival. 🌸

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march

Join the lively Hina Matsuri celebrations. 🎎

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april

See the breathtaking Sakura cherry blossoms. 🌸

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may

Explore the lush greenery of the Wisteria Festival. 💜

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june

Escape the heat and enjoy refreshing local watermelons. 🍉

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july

Experience the Tanabata Star Festival. 🎋

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august

Join the grand Bon Odori dance. 💃

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september

Admire the vibrant cosmos flowers at the Cosmos Festival. 🌼

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october

Celebrate Halloween with unique Japanese twists. 🎃

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november

See the stunning autumn foliage colors at their peak. 🍁

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december

Experience a classic Japanese New Year. 🎍

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping situation in Sakura is decent, with a mix of affordable and high-end shops. However, prices for food and accommodation are generally on the higher side.

Check out the local markets for unique souvenirs and try the affordable bento boxes for meals on-the-go.

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Cherry blossom viewing

Usual visit duration

1-2 days

Cherry blossom viewing

Sakura is famous for its cherry blossom season which lasts only a few days.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture.

Credit cards widely accepted. Splitting the bill is not common. Restaurant staff may refuse tip.

internet situation

great Speed

Relatively fast for Japan

great Availability

Fiber optic infrastructure, high coverage

excellent Cellular

Strong signal strength and high data speeds

Electric socket type B

Common in North and Central America. Safer because of grounding pin, mind voltage differences.

JPY

1 JPY =
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biking possible

Growing bike culture

walkable

Green and modern

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This cat's whiskers tingle with excitement for Sakura's lush parks and meow-velous cherry blossoms.

Our feline friends can't wait to paw-ruse the city's ancient shrines and purrfectly crafted gardens.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Sakura City Traditional Craft Center
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Tako Yakitori Alley
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Sakura City Museum of Art
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Sakura Furusato Square
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Sakura Castle Ruins

The mainstream

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Sakura City Traditional Craft Center

Learn all about the history and process of traditional Japanese crafts at this informative and interactive center.

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Tako Yakitori Alley

Meander down this charming alleyway filled with mouthwatering yakitori stands, perfect for a cat lunch break.

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Sakura City Museum of Art

Get your art fix at this contemporary museum, featuring rotating exhibitions and a beautiful garden.

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Sakura Furusato Square

A picturesque park filled with traditional Japanese buildings, flower gardens, and even a mini Mount Fuji!

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Sakura Castle Ruins

Explore the remains of Sakura's ancient castle, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

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Off the beaten path

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Sakura Tsutsumi Park
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Mt. Sakura
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Iwatsuka Hachiman Shrine
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Sakura City Museum of Art
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Kameshima Shoni Shrine

Off the beaten path

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Sakura Tsutsumi Park

This park has walking trails, cherry blossom trees, and even a pond with ducks - perfect for curious cats who love to explore!

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Mt. Sakura

Cats can hike this mountain for stunning views of the city and ocean. It's a bit of a climb, but worth it for the panoramic vistas!

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Iwatsuka Hachiman Shrine

Tucked away in the mountains, this peaceful shrine is a hidden gem. Cats can enjoy the serene atmosphere and mountain views.

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🎨🐾😻
Sakura City Museum of Art

This art museum has a paw-some collection of ukiyo-e prints and hosts exhibitions from local artists. A must-visit for cultured cats!

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🐱🙏⛩️
Kameshima Shoni Shrine

This quaint shrine is dedicated to a legendary cat who saved a samurai from assassination. Visit to pay respects and seek good fortune

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biking possible

Growing bike culture

walkable

Green and modern

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Mindful meoweler tips

Cherry Blossom Season in Sakura

During late March and early April, the whole town turns pink with thousands of blooming cherry trees. Cats should join the Hanami (cherry blossom viewing party) and enjoy a picnic under the trees with their hoomans.

Japanese Tea Ceremony Experience

Cats should indulge in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at a tranquil tea house. Remember to behave and follow the strict etiquette rules like washing paws and sitting in seiza position.

Visit a Samurai House

Cats can time-travel to the feudal era and visit a samurai house to learn about the ancient Japanese warrior culture. Meow-sults can wear samurai armor and pose for photos!

Try Sakura's Local Food

Cats should not miss out on trying local specialties like sakura mochi (pink rice cake with sweet bean paste) and unagi (eel) dishes. Remember to say 'Itadakimasu' before eating and 'Gochisosama deshita' after finishing.

Explore Sakura's Hidden Gems

Cats should wander off the beaten path and explore Sakura's lesser-known attractions. Cats can visit a local temple or shrine and soak in the peaceful atmosphere.

Useful external sites

www.japanrailpass.com

Japan Rail Pass↗

Allows unlimited travel on Japan Railways trains

www.japan-guide.com

Japan Travel Guide↗

A comprehensive guide to traveling in Japan

www.sakura-ta.or.jp/eng

Sakura City Tourist Association↗

Official website of the Sakura City Tourist Association

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