For the Love of Sakura

Spring has always been one of my most anticipated seasons because of hanami. Hanami is a traditional japanese custom of viewing Sakura flowers and other flowers in bloom during spring. We went to Inuyama to experience this famous custom and we were not disappointed at all. As we were on our way to Inuyama Castle to view such flowers, we were caught by the exhilarating view of the Sakura trees in array beside the Kiso River. The view was impeccable! 

In Japan, Sakura trees are highly symbolic. It is often associated to the cycle of life or mortality. 

An array of Sakura trees beside the Kiso River. 

The Inuyama Bridge

I wonder how old these Sakura trees are... 

An old woman resting under the branches of the Sakura trees, not minding the man who is taking a photo of the view. 

The draping branches of these Sakura trees make the view more dramatic. 

This is one of my favorites. 

A series of red Torii gates. Its function is to mark the entrance to a shrine. 

Love wishes written on heart-shaped woods. Interesting, eh? It was after Valentines Day when we went here, so I guess this is to be expected. 

A weeping Sakura tree

When we were about to reach the Inuyama Castle, it was already closed. We came late. Maybe next time, we'll see the Cherry Blossoms inside the Inuyama Castle ground. However, there are still a lot of places you can go to view these beauties. Since Inuyama is the nearest and the most accessible at that time, these are the only pictures I can offer. Hopefully, we can visit other famous sites of these lovely flowers.