When it comes to viewing cherry blossoms in Japan, I believe that the focus will be on Kyoto or Tokyo. In particular, Kyoto has a long flowering period due to its many varieties, which always attracts tourists to visit again and again.At that time, we missed the cherry blossom viewing period in Kyoto. Fortunately, Mr. had done his homework beforehand and transferred the itinerary to Shiga Omi Hachiman (originator Omi Hachiman Mizu めぐり) so that the family could experience the beautiful scenery of cherry blossoms on the water.
Transportation: How to get to Omi Hachiman Mizuri, the founder of Shiga Prefecture?
Early in the morning, we bought tickets from Kyoto Station and took the JR Tokaido Main Line (Biwako Line) towards Yonehara, and got off at Omi Hachiman Station. The journey takes about 40 minutes.After exiting the station, take the Omi Railway Bus-Cangmeiji route and get off at "Toyenbashi and Funano Rikaguchi". The fare is 250 yen. It takes about 2 minutes to walk to the entrance of the store.
Reference:Tokaido Main Line (Biwako Line) Route Timetable|Omi Railway Bus Operation Table
▲ Take the JR Tokaido Main Line (Biwako Line) towards Yonehara and board the train here.
▲ After arriving at Omi Hachiman Station, go down here and take a bus.
▲ We are accompanied by elders. Calculate the bus fare for four people at 1000 yen, and then change to take a taxi. The total cost is about 1500 yen, which can save the elders from taking the bus.
▲The entrance of the original ancestor Omi Hachiman Mizusuri.
▲ Those who drive there can park their cars in front of the store.
▲ It feels like an exhibition area for the celebrity group photo wall! ^0^
▲ Mr. does not speak in Japanese without making an appointment in advance. There is still an empty boat when we arrive early in the morning, and the boat owner will arrange it for us immediately.
Compilation of related information about the original ancestor Omi Hachiman Mizuyuri boat ride
Vessels are divided into "loan cut boats" and "co-ships".Loan cut boats are chartered. You need to make an appointment with the store in advance. There are 6 people and 8 people on boats of different sizes. The price for 6 people is 8,000-10,800 yen, and the price for 8 people is 10,000-14,000 yen. Please gather at the appointment time. You can set off when you are done, open throughout the year and time flexibility.On the other hand, the co-ferry is a way to set off regularly. The fare is 2100 yen for adults and 1050 yen for children. There are two sailing schedules: 10 o'clock and 3 o'clock in the afternoon, and only on April 4st to 1th in a year. It will be available for boarding on the 11th.
Experiences of cherry blossom viewing on the Omi Hachiman Mizuめぐり cruise
After boarding the boat, there are not many tourists in Shiga Omi Hachiman. Along the way, there are only the sound of the boatman pushing the poles of the boat. The spring sun is shining, and the scenery on both sides of the waterway is full of spring, and the weather is a bit cold. The oncoming wind is really comfortable. Wearing the warm jacket given by the boatman, the current feeling is kind of unspeakable and pleasant. Looking back on it, I still can't forget the beautiful scene of cherry blossoms on the water.
The waterway is wide, and sometimes people can be seen sailing fishing, as if time is still there.Looking far away, there are mountain views, awn flowers, or rape blossom fields and cherry blossom clusters. Sometimes there are one or two boats traveling together. Japanese tourists enjoy the spring cherry while eating dishes. The sentiment of enjoying life like that has always been lacking and it is worth learning. Experience the best moment of travel with relaxing footsteps.Finally, I use one word to express the most profound feeling of this trip, the beauty of Chunying.
After the plum blossoms die, the cherry blossoms are light and evenly red.
Try it out.A hundred flowers and a thousand flowers communicate with each other.
Yu Han did not promise to open Shu Duo, complaining about rain and sorrow.
Knotted Jun Cage.Thousands of round shape surprised Xu Tong.
— Southern Song Zhao Shixiu
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▲ I am looking forward to the beauty of the cherry blossoms in the water village. What is it like?
▲ Boat with 8 people.
▲ Orange and yellow jackets are warm quilted jackets provided by the boatman.
▲ Ready to go! Let's go!
▲ 4/9, the weather is fine and the breeze makes the atmosphere more peaceful and pleasant.
▲ We will take our parents to travel together if there is a chance, everyone should also seize the opportunity! ^0^
▲ There are occasional residents fishing here on the waterway.
▲ The most beautiful scenery is coming soon!
▲ The boats slowly passed by, and the cherry blossom forest showed spring from our heads one by one.
▲ Hahaha~ My mother-in-law and I were nestled in the bow of the ship and looked at the beautiful scenery in amazement.
▲ I have no experience at all to experience cherry blossom viewing on a hand-cranked boat. I can only say that this moment is really unforgettable.
▲ The boatman in front sang a song, which attracted the applause of the tourists.
▲ We also took out the toast from the bag to feed the ducklings, and followed us all the way. (laugh)
▲ Uncle boatman is more than 70 years old, he is super strong and healthy, and his children and grandchildren are full. The father-in-law also uses his Da Yi to input Japanese to communicate with this uncle, which is super fun.
▲ Tourists waiting for the next boat ride.
▲ This is my favorite cherry blossom viewing spot, and I finally shared it with you, I hope you like it.
▲ Remember to choose HD quality and take a look at this beautiful scene! ^0^
Measures for Shiga's cherry blossom viewing after Kyoto Sakura blowing snow
Recalling the two trips to view cherry blossoms in Kyoto, they had completely different feelings from the departure on 4/6. When I arrived in Kyoto in 2013, because of the spring haze and rain in Kyoto on 4/5, the blooming cherry blossoms were sparsely blown away. Watching friends sharing philosophical ideas on FB is full of flowers. When we saw it, it was already a pink tapestry. We hope that the surprise of the first day of blooming for our family can only be turned into flower mud on the land.
For work reasons, I was able to interview the Japanese travel poisoner Lin Shibi and Japanese travel writers Milly and Alicia. When I interviewed them on the cherry blossom trip, I hope that we will have more luck and peace of mind when chasing the cherry blossoms, and the flexibility of the itinerary, and cherry blossom viewing. It depends too much on the weather conditions at the time. As long as the weather gets warmer, the cherry blossoms will bloom. In Kyoto, it usually blooms at the end of March until full bloom on 3/4~3/4. More flexibility in scheduling is necessary.
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◎ Omi Hachiman and the founder of the ship 観光, Omi Hachiman Mizuri
– Address: 880 Kitanosho-cho, Omi Hachiman City, Shiga Prefecture
– Tel: 0748-32-2564
– Fax: 0748-32-2777
– Fare check: http://www.suigou-meguri.com/html/data01.html
– Official website: http://www.suigou-meguri.com/
