Not Only Japan, These Are Asian Destinations to Enjoy Sakura Flower Tourism

Illustration of cherry blossoms. (ANTARA)

JAKARTA - Sakura flower tourism is back to be the target of Indonesian tourists ahead of the arrival of spring. The view of pink flowers that bloom simultaneously at the beginning of each year is considered to offer a visual and emotional experience that is difficult to find in other seasons, which encourages many travelers to start planning their trip early.

Not only in Japan, now various destinations in Asia are starting to be looked at because they offer experiences of enjoying sakura with different characters and atmospheres. Quoting the ANTARA page, the following are recommendations for sightseeing to enjoy the sakura season.

1. South Korea

Besides Japan, South Korea is one of the favorite destinations to enjoy spring. This country offers a blend of modern city landscapes and local cultural touches. In Seoul, tourists can enjoy sakura in Yeouido Park, Seokchon Lake, to Namsan Park with the backdrop of urban buildings.

Meanwhile, Busan presents a different atmosphere through Dalmaji Hill and Oncheoncheon Stream with a coastal feel. The regular spring festival also adds to the attraction of sakura tourism in South Korea.

2. Taiwan

Taiwan presents an alternative sakura tourist destination with a more relaxed atmosphere and relatively affordable travel costs. Yangmingshan National Park and Wulai areas are favorite locations to enjoy sakura with mountain backgrounds and cool air.

The experience of enjoying sakura in Taiwan is also often combined with night market culinary tours, visits to traditional tea houses, to relaxation in hot springs.

3. China

China is also included in the list of destinations of choice for Indonesian tourists to enjoy spring. This country offers a sakura panorama in large city parks with a historical architectural background.

In Beijing, several locations such as Yuyuantan Park, Temple of Heaven, and Summer Palace are popular spots to enjoy sakura with the local community. The combination of cherry blossoms and classic buildings gives a strong cultural feel.

4. Hong Kong

Hong Kong also offers a unique sakura experience, albeit on a more compact scale. Several locations such as Kowloon Park, Hong Kong Velodrome Park, to the Ngong Ping area present a view of sakura that blends with the landscape of mountains and cable car rides.

This destination is often chosen by tourists who want to enjoy the atmosphere of spring in a short vacation time.

5. Japan

As the most iconic sakura destination, Japan remains the main magnet for tourists. Cities such as Tokyo, Kyoto, and Osaka offer hanami experiences in city parks, along rivers, to historic temple areas.

The tradition of hanami picnics, the spring festival, and the city's atmosphere filled with pink make Japan a dream destination when the cherry blossoms arrive.