Shinjuku Gyoen in Full Bloom

Fantastic variety of colours

Nicole Bauer Mar 28, 2013 - 1 min read

Extremely colourful—haven't seen this variety anywhere else so far

Some of the branches almost reach the ground and the blossoms form a kind of curtain

This pink wheeping cherry tree was one of the main attractions when I was there

This white blossom tree was the other main attraction that day

The Japanese garden doesn't have so many cherry trees, so the area is a little bit more quiet and the atmosphere really relaxed

A painter is enjoying this more quiet part, too

I love Shinjuku Gyoen at any time of the year, but the cherry blossom season is certainly a highlight. This park was created in a very clever way, so that you can enjoy the spring for the longest possible time. It starts with the plum blossom in February, and after that there is a great variety of cherry trees that reach their full bloom at different times.

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Nicole Bauer @nicole.bauer

Travelling abroad to discover new places, getting to know different cultures and learning foreign languages has always been my passion. I was born and raised in Germany; however, for a few years now I've been very lucky to be able to spend my life abroad. I lived for some time in England and Ital...