This year's cherry blossom viewing will be at ryokan ♪ 9 "hanami inns" where you can enjoy cherry blossoms in your room or open-air bath

Japanese ryokan are actually the perfect cherry blossom viewing spots. The Japanese atmosphere makes the cherry blossoms look even more beautiful and emotional. Why not try enjoying a stylish cherry blossom viewing experience that's a little different from usual this year?

The "Hanami Open-Air Baths" where cherry blossom petals flutter about are a luxury that can only be enjoyed at this time of year. It's nice to lie down on the tatami mats in a yukata robes and enjoy the cherry blossoms. Another great pleasure is the seasonal Japanese cuisine, which lets you feel spring on your tongue. In this article, we will introduce you to some lodgings where you can enjoy this elegant cherry blossom viewing experience.

Please note that the cherry blossom season varies depending on the region and the year. Please check the details on the reservation site or the inn's official blog. Even if you can't see the cherry blossoms in full bloom, spending time relaxing at ryokan in the spring sunshine is very soothing. Why not invite your close friends and enjoy a lovely spring trip?

This is a luxury inn located in Arashiyama, Kyoto, where all rooms have a river view. The space blends Kyoto's beauty with a modern sense, making the cherry blossoms look even more beautiful. First, board a houseboat at Togetsukyo Bridge and check in while admiring the cherry blossoms blooming along the river. A luxurious cherry blossom viewing experience that is one level above the rest begins♪

The scenery framed by the lattice screens in the Japanese-style room is like a painting. The pink of the cherry blossoms stands out against the emerald green of the Oi River. It would be nice to order a drink and enjoy a leisurely cherry blossom viewing here. You can enjoy your breakfast in your room while taking in the view.

There are various limited plans available during the cherry blossom season. The "Oku-Arashiyama Hanami Boat" is a luxurious activity where you can rent a private houseboat to admire the cherry blossoms and enjoy a cherry blossom viewing bento and Uji tea. There is also a "Night Cherry Blossom Dinner" where you can dine on food in an outdoor teahouse in the sky. Also, a dinner that gives you a sense of the "budding of spring" is offered only during the cherry blossom season. Why not enjoy an elegant time just like a Heian aristocrat? (Please check the official website for the latest plan information.)

This inn is located in Ureshino Onsen, one of Japan's three great onsen for beautiful skin. It is located along a river and rows of cherry blossom trees, and the spring views are amazing! The cherry blossoms are usually in full bloom from late March to early April. It has a modern Japanese atmosphere, and the stylish facilities are perfect for a girls' get-together. I especially recommend the Footbath Bar Chronicle Terrace, where you can enjoy a drink and the cherry blossoms at night while soaking your feet in a footbath. It looks like a great place to spend some quality time as an adult.

All of the guest rooms have a modern Japanese atmosphere. The "Japanese-style Standard Fuyou" room faces the river and the rows of cherry blossom trees, and you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a cute, round chair. Many of the colorful yukatas available for rental are stylishly designed, which will lift your spirits. Enjoy the beauty-enhancing hot springs and have a fulfilling girls' cherry blossom viewing party.

There is also a stylish cafe and shop along the cherry blossom-lined street. We recommend coming here during the day to enjoy a cherry blossom viewing lunch or afternoon tea. The shop is filled with original products and other sophisticated lifestyle goods. Why not choose a spring-colored item as a souvenir for your girls' cherry blossom viewing party?

onsen in Tochigi is a famous cherry blossom spot. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom all over onsen. The cherry blossoms in the garden at the large public bath of "Kai Kinugawa" are magnificent! You can feel the arrival of spring in the bath. It is said that the waters of Kinugawa are "gentle on the body, and you won't get tired even if you bathe for a long time," so it's a great place to take your time soaking and enjoying the view. At night, the water is lit up, and you can enjoy a different look.

Another spring treat and Tochigi specialty is the sweet and sour strawberry "Tochiotome" ♡ During cherry blossom season, the "Mingei Night Cherry Blossom Bar" will be held, where you can enjoy Tochiotome cocktails while gazing at the cherry blossoms at night. There will also be other events that will give you a spring feel, such as the "Spring Japanese Afternoon Tea". Be sure to check it out and enjoy the unique spring treats ♪ (Please check the official website for the latest event information.)

A spacious garden rock open-air bath, a splendid cherry tree, and flower petals floating in the bathtub. You can enjoy a picture-perfect "flower viewing open-air bath" at "Furyu Mido Zashiki Yumetsuzuri" in Toyama.

At night, it is lit up, creating a fantastic atmosphere. There is an indoor bath, a turtle bath, and a cypress bath, so you can fully enjoy the hot onsen. If you lie down in the bath while looking at the cherry blossoms, you will feel like you are sleeping in a dreamlike state. The spring scenery and the good hot water will heal both body and mind.

Surrounded by the sea, mountains, and rivers, Toyama offers cuisine packed with the bounty of the Hokuriku region. You can enjoy your meal in your room while gazing at the spring streams that flow by. The space by the window in the guest room is a sunken kotatsu table, and the table is spacious. Here, you can enjoy more lively conversation than usual.

This open-air bath, "Forest and Sakura Bath," was created to match the cherry blossom trees, making it the perfect place for cherry blossom viewing. The branches spread out over the bathtub, making it seem as if you are surrounded by cherry blossoms. Men and women are allowed to use the bath on an alternating basis, with women allowed to use the bath from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. It's nice to be able to enjoy different atmospheres during the day and at night. After 9:30 p.m., the bath can be reserved for 30-minute intervals, making it perfect for couples.

The food at "Hanare no Yado Yomogino" is also highly rated. The carefully prepared Japanese cuisine, which is carefully crafted to "enjoy the most delicious seasonal ingredients," will make your mind and body feel the joy of spring. Another appealing point is that you can enjoy both breakfast and dinner in the comfort of your own room.

At an onsen in Ito Onsen, Izu, you can enjoy an open-air cherry blossom viewing experience in a landscape that is full of openness. The view from the open-air bath "Hanareyu," where the sea spreads out beyond the cherry blossoms, is truly spectacular! The cherry blossoms here are called "Kawazu cherry blossoms," and are characterized by their deep pink color and large flowers. The best time to see them is from early February to early March, so you can enjoy an early cherry blossom viewing experience.

meal In front of the venue, "Restaurantan Umi Hozuki," there is a garden with cherry trees planted alongside. Although there are only a few, the pink of Kawazu cherry trees has a strong presence and their beauty will soothe you. meal The "Hozuki" is a modern Japanese kaiseki course that makes the most of Izu's seafood. Enjoy the pretty dishes and gorgeous arrangement of the dishes.

Yoshino's cherry blossoms are known as "a thousand cherry blossoms at a glance." The cherry trees cover the mountainside, and in spring the mountains are dyed pink all the way to the distance. Their beauty has earned them a World Heritage Site status. From "Yumoto Honoya," you can get a panoramic view of this famous spot, one of the most famous in Japan. The open-air bath is set up on high ground, allowing you to enjoy a luxurious open-air cherry blossom viewing experience like no other.

The view from the lobby is as spectacular as the guest rooms. The lobby in particular has large windows, allowing you to enjoy a grand panoramic view of the cherry blossoms. The best time to see the cherry blossoms in Yoshino is usually from early to late April. Even though it's spring, it can get chilly in the mornings and evenings, so it's nice to be able to enjoy the cherry blossoms from the comfort of your own home. You can easily spend some relaxing time sipping on some hot tea.

This hot onsen inn has a wonderful open-air bath where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms so close you can almost reach out and touch them. It's so luxurious to be able to enjoy cherry blossom viewing from a distance where you can almost smell them while soaking in a comfortable onsen. The open-air baths for men and women are slightly different in style, but both offer dynamic views of the cherry blossoms.

In the spring, many cherry blossoms bloom around the inn. There are also power spots nearby, such as the "Kaiun Bridge," so you can enjoy the auspicious combination of cherry blossoms and famous places. We recommend taking a leisurely stroll around the inn, feeling the warm spring air.

Ishiyama no Yu resembles both the stone walls of a castle and the rugged rocky shore. The open-air bath, which perfectly fits the word "rustic," changes its impression completely in spring. The pale pink cherry blossoms spread out over the bath, creating an instantly gorgeous atmosphere. Wildflowers bloom in the courtyard in front of the bath, making it feel like you're on a picnic as you enjoy the hot onsen.

All rooms face the sea, and on clear days you can see the Shirakami Mountains, a World Heritage Site. After admiring the cherry blossoms in onsen and relaxing in the spring sea in your room, enjoy some seasonal Akita cuisine. If you come to Oga, you'll want to try the local specialty, "isoyaki"! It's a hearty dish made by putting seafood and heated stones in a tub and stewing it as is. Make sure to enjoy the local specialties and make your trip a memorable one.

If you'd like to experience a cherry blossom viewing experience that's a little different from the usual, why not try staying at a cherry blossom viewing inn where you can admire the cherry blossoms? Enjoying cherry blossom viewing in an open-air bath or in your room is an extraordinary experience that is sure to feel great. Enjoy the beautiful spring weather in a tasteful space.