Chidorigafuchi Cherry Blossom Viewing Novice Village: Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival, boating, shuttle bus and transportation matters

Chidorigafuchi Park cherry blossoms is one of the top five cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo. There is a large pond in the city where you can row a boat to enjoy cherry blossoms. There are also 5 cherry blossoms forming a trail outside the city. The lights are on during the Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival, and the atmosphere is 250% perfect whether on the water or on the trails. As for how to get there, time arrangements and travel itineraries, we will organize and share them with Novice Village in this article. You can also rush to Tokyo for cherry blossom viewing in the coming year. .

How to get to Chidorigafuchi?

Located in Chiyoda District, Tokyo, there are many scenic spots "accompanying" Chidorigafuchi, including the Imperial Palace Gardens, the Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo Station, etc., and on the outside are the Ginza business district and Toranomon Hills Building. Novices can directly Arrange a one-day trip nearby. As for Chidorigafuchi, this scenic spot is nearby Kudanshita Station and Hanzomon Station, which can be reached by walking about 700 meters and an 8-minute walk from the station; while there is Sakuradamon Station far away, which can be reached by walking about 1.9 meters from the station. The 25-kilometer, XNUMX-minute journey is suitable for exercising your foot strength.

Regarding the subway lines and key stations passing through these three stations, they are summarized as follows:

• Kudanjima: Hanzomon Line, Toei Shinjuku Line (passes Shinjuku and Shinjuku-3-chome), Tozai Line (passes Kagurazaka, Nihonbashi)
• Hanzomon: Hanzomon Line (passing Shibuya, Omotesando, Otemachi, Kinshicho, and Oshiage)
• Sakurada Gate: Yurakucho Line (via Ikebukuro, Higashi Ikebukuro, Yurakucho, Ginza 1-chome, Toyosu)

First stop: Kitanomaru Park

Walk all the way from Kudanshita Station, pass Tiananmen Gate and the Nippon Budokan, and walk for about 3 minutes to get there. Kitanomaru Park (Kita no Maru Park) was originally the hinterland of Edo Castle and the residence of the Tokugawa family. It is now a citizen park and A large number of green plants are planted. You can enjoy cherry blossoms in spring and maple trees in autumn. From the high platform, you can also watch the moat and people rowing. However, the park has already set up seats. It is a relatively quiet area compared to the outside. I personally recommend it to Xijing travel newbies.

▲ You can see cherry blossoms and Tokyo cityscape in Kitanomaru Park.

Second stop: Chidorigafuchi and boating information

Chidorigafuchi Travel Notes

Chidorigafuchi is located in the northwest of the moat and is named after its shape resembling a thousand birds (plovers). Look up the Japanese pronunciation of "Chidori", which is the same as "Chidori", which means prosperity and victory. Plant 250 cherry blossom trees to feel it even more. Chidorigafuchi gives meaning. The moat below is about 700 meters long. The most common shooting angle is from the Tiananmen Bridge. You can see the cherry blossoms and the boats. In the past, you could even take photos of the Tokyo Tower. However, with the construction of high-rise buildings, it has gradually been blocked. This point must be discussed with novices or photographers. Fans alert.

Boating Ticket Purchase and Reminders

The location of the rowing boat venue "Chidorigafuchi Boating Station" is as shown below. It is about a 10-minute walk from Kudanshita Station. This river is 700 meters long for tourists to enjoy boating. Since the cherry blossoms stretch downwards, boating can be photographed. When it comes to taking photos with the cherry blossoms, most people will choose a hand-operated boat, and tickets will be drawn on site to determine the admission time. It is recommended that novices arrive before 9 o'clock. If you arrive late, you will only see the words "End of the day" and other words. The ticket price , time, and precautions are organized for novices.

• 賞櫻期營業時間：2024/4/3～4/7 10：00～18：30
• Normal business hours: 10:00～17:00
• Ticket price during cherry blossom viewing period: 30 yen for 800 minutes, 1 yen for 1600 hour
• Regular fare: 30 yen for 500 minutes, 1 yen for 1000 hour
• Note: Vouchers (for reservation purposes) are distributed at 9 a.m. every day, and reservations cannot be made by phone. In addition, if there is construction or any problems, navigation prohibited areas, etc. will also be announced on the official website. It is recommended to check whether there are any announcements before departure.
• Official website: https://visit-chiyoda.tokyo/sakura/spot/boat.php
• Official Twitter: https://twitter.com/chidori_boat

▲ The source of the photo isChiyoda City Tourism Association

▲ The source of the photo isChiyoda City Tourism Association

Third stop: Chiyoda Sakura Festival and free sightseeing/shuttle bus

Night Sakura Travels

The historical origins of this attraction, along with its cherry blossom trails and cruise ships, have become the most famous representatives of cherry blossom viewing in Chiyo District. The annual "Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival (Chiyoda Sakura Festival (Chiyoda のさくらまつり))" allows you to see Yoshino cherry blossoms, Oshima cherry blossoms, etc. blooming, and the lights are lit at night. Reflected on the top, you can shuttle through it to enjoy the night cherry blossoms, while the boats can admire it from below. There are also staff on site to help maintain order. Since this is a "trail" and no floor mats are open, and there are many people, please pay attention to your belongings and be careful with novices. Please give us a little reminder!

Regarding sightseeing and shuttle buses, both are free!

During the Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival, the sightseeing bus "さくら Matsuri" and the shuttle bus "Marunouchi Fushida" will be launched, and they are all free of charge! The former takes tourists to and from the cherry blossom viewing spots in Chiyoda District, while the latter connects Marunouchi and Chidorigafuchi. It is an added convenient means of transportation for tourists. Once again, I admire the Japanese for their perfect design of supporting measures during the tourist peak season. The relevant information is summarized below. If you have any questions, please go toFan group messageIt's faster to ask.

Sightseeing bus "さくら Matsuri No."

• 運行日期：2024/3/23～3/24
• Operating route: Chiyoda Ward Office → Jimbocho Ancient Bookstore Street → Ogawamachi Street → Kanda Myojin-mae → Awaji Town Old Shop Street・Masujimae → Akihabara and Izumi Bridge Boat Boat Front → Nihombashi Muromachi → Marunouchi Hallト

Shuttle bus "Marunouchi Toru"

• 運行日期：2024/3/29～3/31
• Operating time: 11:00～19:40
• Shift interval: 20 minutes
• Pick-up location: Chidori Abuchi Tomb Park Parking Lot ↔︎ Marunouchi Street (side of Gyoko-dori Street)
• Note: I have reserved the Japanese station name so that you can copy and paste it to Google Map to navigate the walking route.
• Official website: https://visit-chiyoda.tokyo/sakura/bus/

▲ The trail is small and crowded, so please pay attention to your belongings and "lost children"!

▲ The source of the photo isChiyoda City Tourism Association

▲ The source of the photo isChiyoda City Tourism Association

▲ There is a seating area for resting.

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