Petals and Postcards: A Stroll Beneath Fukuoka’s Cherry Blossom Canopy

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The wind carried a thousand soft whispers as I stepped out of Ohori Station. Ahead, the path toward Den Shiomi-Yagura Turret bloomed like a watercolor come to life. ‘Shimonohashi’, flanked by rows of sakura trees in full bloom, became my corridor of calm. Pink petals swayed above like silk curtains, some brushing my shoulders as they fell. Couples strolled hand in hand, old friends shared laughter on shaded benches, and I, a quiet observer, moved through this floral tunnel in awe. Every few steps, I paused—not to photograph, but to appreciate the moment. Cherry blossoms remind you that beauty, like time, drifts. You don’t capture it—you walk with it.

Getting there: Take the Fukuoka City Subway to Ohori Park Station (Exit 3).

Post by _Traveltastic_ | May 7, 2025