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Cherry Blossoms at Soeda Park

At Soeda Park, located at the foot of Mt. Ganseki, Approx. 1,500 Somei Yoshino cherry trees, weeping cherry trees, and double-flowered cherry trees have been planted, creating a breathtaking scene as the entire park turns pink. At night, the park is illuminated with bamboo lanterns, making it possible to enjoy the cherry blossoms after dark as well. The best time to visit is usually from late March to early April. As one of the prefecture’s leading cherry blossom spots, it draws many hanami visitors during the blooming season.

• Fukuoka
• Parks & Gardens

Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art

Set beside the scenic Lake Ippeki, the Ikeda Museum of 20th Century Art opened in 1975 as Japan’s first full-scale museum dedicated to modern art. The building was designed by sculptor Takekichi Inoue, known for creating public artworks installed at numerous public facilities, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building. Its stainless-steel exterior gives it a striking, futuristic appearance. Inside, the organically connected layout from entrance to exit creates a space that allows visitors to immerse themselves in the world of the artworks.

• Shizuoka
• Museums

Nikko Toshogu

Nikko Toshogu is a shrine dedicated to the Edo shogun Ieyasu Tokugawa. It is the most visited spot within the World Heritage Site “Shrines and Temples of Nikko,” and here you can see 55 exceptional buildings, including 8 that have been designated as national treasures and 34 that have been designated as Important Cultural Properties.

• Tochigi
• Shrines & Temples