Sakura 2014: Chidorigafuchi (2014.03.31)

Chidorigafuchi is a moat located northwest of the Imperial Palace. The cherry trees of over two hundred which are planted along the 700 meter pedestrian path are in full bloom despite the strong rain & wind yesterday and are expected to stay at their peak over the next few days. Trees are also illuminated at night from 18:00 to 22:00 until April 6th.

Chidorigafuchi walkwayChidorigafuchi walkway canopied with flowering cherry trees

Chidorigafuchi hanami areaHanami area in the opposite end of Chidorigafuchi

Chidorigafuchi sakura in full bloom 01Sakuras in full bloom

Chidorigafuchi sakura in full bloom 02                                                        Oshima sakura in Chidorigafuchi

Chidorigafuchi boating areaRow boats available at Chidorigafuchi for ¥800 for 30 minutes or ¥1,600 for 1 hour.