When thinking of spring in Japan, the beautiful cherry blossoms come to mind first. Many people, both domestically and internationally, eagerly await this season to visit the stunning cherry blossom spots scattered throughout the country. This time, we will introduce the spring landscapes woven by the cherry blossoms at the famous spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions. These areas not only offer the beautiful cherry blossoms, but also the charm of landscapes where historical buildings and the natural scenery exquisitely blend with cherry blossoms. The moment you visit, a beautiful spring landscape like a painting unfolds. Now, let’s start our journey together to the cherry blossom spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions.

●Kintaikyo Bridge and Kikko Park (Yamaguchi Prefecture)
The Kintaikyo Bridge is a beautiful bridge over the Nishiki River in Yamaguchi Prefecture, where cherry blossoms planted along the riverbanks bloom splendidly in spring. The blossoms, seen from the bridge, look as if they are floating on the river surface, and its beauty is truly breathtaking. About 1,500 cherry trees bloom in full glory, especially in dawn and dusk, the changing colors highlights the Kintaikyo Bridge even more.

●Senkoji Park (Hiroshima Prefecture)
Senkoji Park in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture, is a park spreading from the top to the middle of Mt.Senkoji, with about 1,500 cherry trees coloring the park. With a wide variety of cherry trees, such as Somei Yoshino and Weeping Cherry, a sea of pink spreads during the best season. The view from the observatory and the beauty of the Seto Inland Sea seen through the full bloom of cherry blossoms is an impressive sight. The cherry blossoms lit up at night create a fantastical atmosphere.

●Tsuyama Castle and Kakuzan Park (Okayama Prefecture)
Tsuyama Castle, a castle tower in Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture, is surrounded by about 1,000 blooming cherry trees. The castle becomes even more beautiful with the blooming cherry blossoms, and the scenery is just like a painting. From inside the castle, you can overlook the city, and the view with the cherry blossoms is spectacular. Especially, the view of the cherry blossoms from the main castle tower, which looks like a sea of clouds made of cherry blossoms, is must-see.

●Mt.Shiude (Kagawa Prefecture)
Mt.Shiude, located on the Shonai Peninsula in Mitoyo City, Kagawa Prefecture, offers a breathtaking view of the Seto Inland Sea. The approximately 1,000 cherry trees seen against the backdrop of the Seto Inland Sea and its many islands are a magnificent sight. You must see the cherry blossoms viewed from the top of the mountain, and the view from the observation deck at the mountaintop is truly spectacular. The contrast of the pink cherry blossoms spreading across the surface and the blue of the Seto Inland Sea will surely move your heart.

We have introduced the cherry blossom spots in the Chugoku and Shikoku regions. When visiting each region, please make sure to see these breathtaking view spots.