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

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Japan Events in December 2013

Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi (photo from bonjovibandaprovervial.blogspot.com)☐ Music
Info: An American rock band consisting of lead singer and namesake Jon Bon Jovi, guitarist Richie Sambora, bassist Hugh McDonald, keyboardist David Bryan, and drummer Tico Torres.

Osaka
Date: Dec 3 | 7:00pm
Location: Osaka Kyocera Dome, OsakaNishi, Osaka
Nearest Station: Taisho Station & Dome Mae Station

Tokyo
Date: Dec 4 | 7:00pm
Location: Tokyo Dome, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo
Nearest Station: Suidobashi Station and Korakuen Station

Entrance: ¥9,000 – ¥12,000 (adv)
Website: www.universal-music.co.jp/bon-jovi/

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Autumn 2013: Okutama Autumn Hike – Mukashi-michi Route

Visit Date: 11/25/2013 (Best Viewing Time: mid November to early December)

Okutama is a mountainous region in Nishitama District located along the Tama River, which is at the western most end of Tokyo and forms a part of the Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park.


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Autumn 2013: Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Visit Date: 11/22/2013 (Best Viewing Time: late November to early December)

Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑) is one of the largest park in Tokyo with a land area of 58.7 hectares and circumference of 3.5 kilometers. It is located just a short walk from either Shinjuku or Sendagaya stations. It provides a relaxing and tranquil atmosphere which makes it a popular destination in the city.

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Autumn 2013: Koishikawa Korakuen Gardens

Visit Date: 11/21/2013 (Best Viewing TIme: late November to early December)

Koishikawa Kōrakuen (小石川後楽園) is one of the oldest and best preserved parks in Tokyo and one of the surviving gardens from the Edo period. Numerous maple and ginkgo trees are planted along walking trails that lead to ponds, bridges, and man-made hills, providing one of the most pleasing autumn viewing spot in the city.

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