SPICE SERVE, which manages the rental cruising service Anniversary Cruise, opened its Meguro River and Sumida River flower-viewing service yesterday in collaboration with Chandon wine. The service began in 2015 and has taken close to 3,000 people on cruises.
The Meguro River plan comes with all-you-can-drink Chandon. Enjoy a crisp and fruity glass of rosé as you make your way down the river to enjoy the cherry blossoms.
Attendees can enjoy a luxurious hanami cruise by climbing aboard a pontoon boat or the “Quest Gou,” a premium boat that’s like a floating lounge.
The Sumida River cruise comes with a special hanami bento prepared by TORA DELI, a popular restaurant that opened in Toranomon last year. If you order the Sweets Plan you can also enjoy a series of delicious sweets made by the patisserie SAKURA. These were serve last year and were a huge hit with cruisers.
Take your special someone on a romantic hanami boat ride this year down two of Japan’s most famous cherry blossom rivers.
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Meguro River Cruise
https://www.anniversary-cruise.com/news/cherryblossomparty/13659/
Sumida River Cruise
https://www.anniversary-cruise.com/news/cherryblossomparty/14394/
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MIKU LAND is Hatsune Miku’s official VR amusement park. The locale opens sporadically on the Virtual Cast platform, inviting fans of the virtual singer to interact with the star herself and other music lovers from around the world. From April 28 until May 1, the MIKU LAND 2022 YOSAKURA event will invite Vocaloid lovers to the metaverse to enjoy the cherry blossoms and a number of unique experiences. Guests can visit Senbonzakura World, Miku’s Detective Agency, Rin & Len Kagamine’s Post Office in the Sky, and even a virtual haunted house during the event. VTubers Megu Shinonome, Tokino Sora, and Mirai Akari have been chosen as the official ambassadors of the event. Senbonzakura World
Hatsune Miku’s iconic track Senbonzakura, written by Kurousa-P, turns 10 this year. What better way to enjoy it than beneath virtual cherry blossom trees? Even if you can’t visit Japan quite yet, enjoy the Japanese shrine atmosphere as you spend time with friends in this gorgeous virtual space. Miku's Detective Agency This puzzle-solving attraction invites guests to become assistant detectives by passing a test handed out by Detective Hatsune Miku! Those able to complete the challenge will also receive a limited-edition item. Rin & Len Kagamine's Post Office in the Sky This post office in the clouds isn’t just a quiet place to relax. Visitors can take on a few different challenges, from mazes to more physical tasks. Official Ambassadors Megu Shinonome Comment “I’ve been chosen as an ambassador for MIKU LAND! My name is Megu Shinonome, and I’m so excited to work with Miku! MIKU LAND keeps getting bigger and bigger, so I’m wondering what it will look like this spring…I’m looking forward to it! I’ll do my best along with my fellow ambassadors Tokino Sora and Mirai Akari to convey the many charms of MIKU LAND to as many people as possible. We can’t wait to see you!” Tokino Sora Comment “I’m so excited to visit MIKU LAND again! I’ll do my best to make this another incredible event, and I’ll be sure to enjoy myself as much as possible!” Mirai Akari Comment “I’ve been invited to MIKU LAND to act as the MC for this awesome event! During the SUMMER VACATION event, everyone on Virtual Cast was so kind to me. It was a blast, so I’m really looking forward to this too! I’ll be sure to bring some extra excitement, so don’t miss it!” Information
Dates: April 28, 19:00 – May 1, 21:00
Location: Virtual CastOfficial Site: https://mikuland.com/
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Wishing you could be in Japan to see the cherry blossoms? The Cherry Blossom Drone Project on March 27 will be live-broadcasting some of the most beautiful blossoms in the country to viewers around the world. Incredible 4K aerial footage will be available to watch on YouTube LIVE for free from 12:00 until 19:00 on March 27, 2022. No matter where you are, you’ll be able to lose yourself in the feeling of spring. Three Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots Chosen by Sakura Enthusiasts Breathtaking Mountain Cherry Blossoms at Mount Yoshino in Nara
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Online Hanami
Date: March 27, 12:00-19:00
Fee: Free
Where to Watch: YouTube LIVE
https://www.youtube.com/channelUCb8WTSeDH2LcxPtkIrKwSEw
Official Site: https://drone-entertainment.co.jp/ -
Hoshino Resort Aomoriya, an inn where visitors are invited to fully enjoy Aomori's culture, will begin its Hanami Kotatsu event from April 1 until May 31, 2022. Guests can enjoy local sake while warming themselves beneath a cozy kotatsu. In the chilly Aomori spring, a kotatsu) will be set up beneath the blooming trees for visitors to comfortably view the cherry blossoms. Hot-water bottles will also be available for rent if guests can a little too cold! April in Aomori is spring according to the calendar, but it’s still quite chilly. Nevertheless, the people of Aomori look forward to flower viewing to overcome the cold winter and enjoy the long-awaited arrival of spring.
Three Fun Additions to Make Cherry Blossom Viewing More Fun
1 A Traditional Umbrella with a Sakura PatternNext to each kotatsu is a row of Japanese umbrellas with cherry blossoms painted on them, spreading the pink cherry blossom imagery all around. When opened, the umbrellas are covered with cherry blossoms, making you feel as if you are under the cherry blossoms in full bloom. 2 Choose a Local Sake and Sake Cups for a Flower Viewing Sake Tower Choose your favorite local sake and three sake cups to make a sake tower! Guests can choose from 10 Aomori sake brands, each with unique aromas and flavors. 3 Cherry Blossom Patterned Cotton-Filled Hot Water Bottle for Extra Warmth To keep extra warm beneath the kotatsu, a cotton blanket with a cherry blossom pattern and a hot-water bottle are available for rent. Doesn't it sound heavenly? Information
Hanami Kotatsu
Running: April 1 – May 31, 2022
Hours: 15:00-18:00 (Last Entry at 17:30)
Duration: 30 minutes
Location: ParkOfficial Site：https://hoshinoresorts.com/ja/hotels/aomoriya/
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Two limited-time-offer collaboration cafés named “Nintama Rantaro Chaya” are coming to Tokyo and Osaka! The Tokyo location is now open, and the Osaka location is scheduled to open on February 18. Based on the long-running anime series Nintama Rantaro, this cafe invites guests to enjoy the falling cherry blossoms set to bloom in the spring. While the series hasn’t found much popularity outside of Japan, it premiered in 1993, and continues to be a big hit with kids and adults alike! Reservation Bonus: Original Sticker Sheet (3 varieties)
Drink Order Bonus: Original Coaster (20 varieties) Menu
[Bento Team] Piping Hot Dashi Udon and Onigiri Bento Set
[Bento Team] Mountain & Seafood Bento
[Dumpling Team] Chicken Meatball Set
[Teahouse Team] Chouji & Isaku's Chazuke Set
Desserts
[Bento Team] Cherry Blossom Viewing Sweets Set
[Dumpling Team] Two Peas in a Pod Anmitsu
[Dumpling Team] Shaved Ice and Sweet Dango Set
[Teahouse Team] Traditional Garden Plate
Drinks
Free Tea
Shinbei's Dango Latte / Rantaro's Matcha Milk / Kirimaru's Shiny Lemon Soda
Fourth Grade Transforming Drink / Fifth Grade Purple Sweet Potato Milk Tea / Sixth Grade Matcha Lemonade
Original Merchandise
Pin (20 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (20 varieties, random)
Acrylic Pin (20 varieties, random)
Acrylic Stand (Bento Team, Teahouse Team, Dumpling Team)
Clear Folder Set (Set of 3)
10-piece Sticker Set A, 10-piece Sticker Set B
The cafe menu has been divided into three ‘teams’: the Bento Team, the Dumpling Team, and the Teashop Team. Characters have been divided into these three teams, and many of the available dishes are based on everyone’s favorite aspiring ninjas! Original merchandise and special offers will be available at the cafe as well, with the items featuring newly-drawn illustrations for the event.©尼子騒兵衛／ＮＨＫ・ＮＥＰInformation
Cafe Nintama Rantaro Chaya 2022
Location/Dates:
Tokyo:
BOX cafe&space Tokyo Solamachi / February 10 – April 3, 2022
Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi 1F #8 (1-1-2 Oshiage, Sumida-ku, Tokyo)
Abeno-ku, Osaka:
Abeno contact / February 18 – March 27, 2022
Abeno Q’s Mall 4F (1-6-1 Abenosuji, Abeno-ku, Osaka)
Reservations Now Available
Reservation Fee: ¥715 (Tax Included) *Includes bonus
Cafe Original Merchandise Available until April 3 at 23:59
https://nintama-cafe.jp/online_storeOfficial Twitter: https://twitter.com/nntm_cafe (＠nntm_cafe )
Official Site: https://nintama-cafe.jp/
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Ofuro Cafe Bijinyu is now hosting its "Air Hanami" event where customers can enjoy a safe and socially-distanced Hanami flower viewing experience this spring. Ofuro Cafe is a relaxing space that feels like you've been invited to a friend's house. You can enjoy coffee, magazines, the massage chair, rent a PC, and more, all for free.
In the middle of the cafe is a 3-meter tall cherry blossom tree to recreate that Japanese springtime feel. There are also some cherry blossom-themed souvenirs available for purchase. With social gatherings and outdoor picnics being restricted in Japan for this year's Hanami season, Ofuro Cafe offers a space where people can do it safely. They can chat, read a book, play board games, and more beside the cherry tree for a tranquil flower-viewing experience. Information
Ofuro Cafe Bijinyu
Address: 15-15 Kagoue, Aoi Ward, Shizuoka
TEL: 054-252-1126
Ofuro Cafe Bijinyu Official Website: https://ofurocafe-bijinyu.com/
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Japan's glamping resort HOSHINOYA Fuji is offering a very special service to guests this spring: the ability to reserve a peach blossom farm to themselves where they can enjoy their own private Hanami flower viewing experience together with complementary tables, chairs, blankets, and desserts. It will run from April 5 to 20. Surrounded by peach blossoms in full bloom
The location of the peach farm is in Fuefuki, Yamanashi. This is an exclusive plan into a place that has never before been open to the public. It will offer a magical Japanese springtime experience with the florally-fragrant peach blossoms set against a backdrop of the snow-topped mountains. Tuck into peach-flavoured crepes Guests will be treated to a glass of sparkling wine together with skillet-cooked crepes in caramel sauce, peaches, and finished with a dollop of ice cream. A truly indulging and extravagant way to enjoy Japan's spring time this year. Information
Peach Blossom Hanami
Japanese Plan Name: 桃源郷花見
Running: April 5, 2021 – April 20, 2021
Where: HOSHINOYA Fuji,
Address: 401-0305 Yamanashi, Fujikawaguchiko, Oishi 1408, Japan
Price: ¥6,500 per person (tax, service charge, and resort stay not included) *Includes drop-off and pick-up
Time: 10:00-12:30
Capacity: 5 groups of 10 people per dayBookings: Must be made by 17:00 the day before
Notes: Will not run during bad weather
Official Website: https://hoshinoya.com/en/