Fun and Stun during Sakura Hanami

#cherryblossom2024 Picnic under the flowers The spring Cherry Blossom Festival in Takato Castle Park in Ina is one of the most popular in Japan. Come and admire the flowers and the beautiful views of the Japanese Alps. How to get there Takato Park is accessible from Inashi Station. In Shinjuku, you need to take the Azusa express, drive 2 hours and 15 minutes to Okaya, transfer to the Iida suburban line there and get off at Inashi Station in 50 minutes. From Inashi station to the park it takes 25 minutes by bus, then 15 minutes on foot. Food and fun The famous Takato cherry blossom Festival lasts almost the whole of April. At this time, you can look at 1,500 flowering trees. Many of them were planted at the end of the XIX century, when the park was created. It is said that the oldest tree is 130 years old. The stalls of the festival offer a variety of dishes and snacks, including chicken, beef on a spit, fried noodles and takoyaki. Take your seats During the festival, the lights are turned on at night, and the park can be crowded. If you plan to have a picnic, come early to take a seat.