The Best of Cherry Blossom

As you leave the mall, stroll along Nakano-dori Avenue toward the north. This wide, bustling street is lined with sakura trees, offering a dreamy tunnel of pink and white blossoms perfect for street photography.

Arriving at the Arai 5 Chrome Footbridge, you’ll find a hidden gem for photographers — an elevated view of Nakano-dori Avenue framed by cherry blossoms and classic Tokyo power lines. A real urban-sakura scene!

Continue to Katayamaritsu Bridge, which stands above a quiet street crossing. From here, you get a fantastic top-down view of the small intersection below, with sakura trees adding a soft, colorful frame to the urban scene — especially beautiful during sunset.

After exploring Nakano, hop on the Seibu-Shinjuku Line from Numabukuro Station and ride to Takadanobaba Station. Right outside the station, you'll find strong sunlight and sharp shadows — perfect for capturing dynamic, contrast-heavy street shots with a Tokyo vibe.

Next, take the Tokyo Tozai Line to Kudanshita Station and head toward Chidorigafuchi Moat. Stroll through Kudanzaka Park first, a lovely prelude to the main attraction. At Chidorigafuchi, the cherry blossom trees arch dramatically over the water, offering some of the most iconic and magical sakura scenes in all of Tokyo.

From Chidorigafuchi, head toward Takebashi Station. If you have extra time and energy, a visit to the nearby Imperial Palace is a great bonus for historic scenery mixed with cherry blossoms. Otherwise, jump on the Tokyo Metro Tozai Line to Otemachi Station, then transfer to the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line.
If you're up for one last stop, get off at Shin-ochanomizu Station and walk to the nearby Hijiri Bridge. From here, you’ll capture an awesome view over the winding Tokyo Metro lines — a shot made famous by the anime Suzume.

From Hijiri Bridge, start walking east toward Akihabara Station. Along the way, dive into the buzzing streets of Akihabara’s Electric Town — a paradise for neon lights, retro shops, and endless photo opportunities. Between colorful shop signs and bustling crowds, you'll find some hidden gems perfect for urban photography.

After soaking up Akihabara’s energy, head to Akihabara Station and hop on the JR Yamanote Line for a quick ride to Okachimachi Station. From there, it's just a short walk to Ueno’s Ameyoko Shopping Street. This lively, colorful market is packed with food stalls, street vendors, and flashing signs — a dream for capturing the chaos and charm of Tokyo’s street life.

From Ameyoko Shopping Street, start walking north toward Ueno Park. Along the way, you’ll get a great view back over the bustling market streets of the Ameyoko Shopping Street near the Ueno Station — a classic Tokyo scene.

Once you reach Ueno Park, you’ll find one of the most famous cherry blossom spots in the city, with wide paths lined by hundreds of sakura trees — perfect for capturing that iconic hanami atmosphere!

After enjoying the blossoms in Ueno Park, head to Ueno Station and catch the Tokyo Metro Ginza Line to Asakusa Station. From there, wander around the west side of Sumida Park — a peaceful riverside lined with cherry trees and perfect for sunset shots with the Tokyo Skytree in the background. Finally, cross the Sumida River Bridge to the east side, soaking in beautiful evening views over the water and the glowing city lights.

Just a few minutes' walk from Sumida Park, you’ll find one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom views: the Tokyo Skytree rising behind rows of sakura trees. It’s a breathtaking scene, especially at dusk when the tower starts to glow. The perfect grand finale for your first day of cherry blossom photography!

If you still have energy left, head over to the Tokyo Skytree itself for a stunning sunset or night view from the observation decks. Watching Tokyo’s endless city lights sparkle from above is an unforgettable way to end your first day — and you might even catch a few more cherry blossoms glowing softly in the evening light!

Just a few minutes' walk from the Tokyo Skytree, you’ll find Jukken Bridge — a hidden gem for night photography. From here, you get a beautiful reflection of the illuminated Skytree in the quiet river below. A peaceful and stunning way to truly close out your first day under Tokyo’s cherry blossoms and city lights.