A day trip to Izu, Japan for cherry blossom viewing | Shuzenji plum grove, Hannan Kawazu cherry blossom festival, strawberry picking at the fruit park | Departing from Shinjuku/Ginza
- Japan's earliest cherry blossom season: Enjoy the dual splendor of plum blossoms and cherry blossoms at the same time, and experience the most romantic beginning of spring.
- Shuzenji Plum Grove: Over a thousand red and white plum blossoms bloom amidst the hills, with distant views of the snow-capped Mount Fuji.
- Pink Cherry Blossom Tunnel: Kawazu cherry blossoms bloom along the riverbank, and the pink sea of flowers contrasts with the Hakone mountain range and Mount Fuji, making it a perfect spot for photos!
- Popular attractions in Izu: From Shuzenji Onsen to new cherry blossom hotspots, a one-day itinerary to experience Shizuoka's most beautiful cherry blossom season.
- Experience picking strawberries yourself: Enjoy unlimited sweet and juicy freshly picked seasonal strawberries.
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Transfer from meeting point |
| Minimum participant requirement | 15 travelers |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Seasonal | Spring Cherry Blossom, Seasonal Fruit Picking |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights |
| Transport | Bus tour |
Product Info
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- Shuzenji Plum Grove
Located next to Shuzenji Onsen, the oldest hot spring on the Izu Peninsula, the park boasts over 1,000 plum trees of more than 20 varieties. Every February, during the plum blossom season, over 30,000 square meters of hillside are enveloped in a spectacular display of blossoms. Furthermore, on clear days, one can enjoy views of Mount Fuji in the distance. The beautiful scenery of red and white plum blossoms against the backdrop of snow attracts many visitors each year.
- Hannan Cherry Blossom Festival
The Hannan Cherry Blossom Festival is a winter cherry blossom festival in Hannan Town, Tagata District, Shizuoka Prefecture. Located at the entrance to the Izu Peninsula, it is known as a "newly famous spot at the entrance to Izu". With about 410 Kawazu cherry trees along the Kakisawa River embankment, which are the earliest blooming deep pink cherry blossoms in Japan, it is a popular spot for taking photos against the backdrop of the Hakone mountain range and Mount Fuji.
- Izu Fruit Park
Depending on the season, visitors can pick fresh fruits such as strawberries, tangerines, and cantaloupes, experiencing the most authentic fruit-picking fun. The park also offers a variety of processed fruit products and dessert gift boxes, allowing you to easily take home a taste of Izu. The restaurants and rest areas also offer views of Mount Fuji, making them excellent spots for taking photos, relaxing, and enjoying delicious food.
The Kawazu cherry blossom is the first to bloom in all of Japan.
The plum blossoms at Shuzenji Temple are a sea of pink and white blossoms.
Fresh strawberries picked and eaten immediately.
Purchase Notice
[Tourism Conditions]
Travel departure point and destination: Tokyo and Shizuoka
Trip duration: Day trip
Transportation: Chartered bus
Bus company name: JSK, etc.
Meals: Breakfast 0 times, Lunch 1 time, Dinner 0 times
Accommodation facilities: None
Minimum group size: 15
Team Leader: 1
[Travel Planning/Implementation]
Operating Company Name: LION TRAVEL JAPAN Co., Ltd.
Address: 7th Floor, Toranomon Central Building, 1-7-1 Nishi-Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo
License Number: Tourism Authority Registered Travel Agent No. 1892
Name of travel agency: Japan Travel Agents Association (Regular Member)
Reminders
A minimum of 15 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 4 day(s) before the departure date
In the event of inclement weather such as typhoons or snowstorms, a decision on whether to cancel the tour will be made 1 day(s) before departure (local time 18:00). Notifications will then be sent via email
Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
Vehicle type: Vehicles will be assigned based on the number of participants. For smaller groups, a driver will also serve as the accompanying person throughout the tour; no additional tour leader will be provided. Please be aware of this.
This itinerary will be kept as faithful as possible to the original plan. However, in the event of special circumstances such as adjustments to festival activities, closure of attractions, poor strawberry growth, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances, the travel agency reserves the right to adjust the itinerary.
Please understand that travel time may be delayed depending on road and weather conditions. Before booking, please carefully assess your itinerary before and after departure. In the event of accidents, traffic congestion, weather, or other factors, the bus arrival time may be significantly delayed. We regret that we cannot provide compensation for any losses incurred by your own arranged transportation or other facilities due to bus delays.
Bus seating is one person per seat; advance seat reservations are not possible. Due to legal regulations, passengers must wear seatbelts while the bus is in motion. Your cooperation is appreciated. Additionally, depending on the number of bookings on the day, you may be seated next to someone of the opposite sex. Please wear your seatbelt while the bus is in motion and do not move around. Getting on or off the bus mid-journey is not permitted. Please be aware of this.
The planned tour itinerary and duration of stay are for reference only and may be subject to adjustment due to changes in traffic conditions, local activities, restaurant reservations, and opening hours of attractions and facilities on the day. We apologize for any inconvenience.
The timing and condition of cherry blossoms in Kawazu are subject to changes due to weather and environmental factors, making accurate assessment difficult. We cannot guarantee the full bloom of the cherry blossoms, and we apologize if the bloom is not as expected.
Please note that the arrival time of the vehicle in Shinjuku may vary depending on road conditions en route to Ginza.
The tour leader will not contact passengers the day before departure. Please arrive at the designated meeting point at the specified time on the day of departure and look for the LION TRAVEL sign to check in.
If you have any food allergies, please inform us of the food name when placing your order. We will try our best to prepare other foods. If we are unable to prepare them, we will contact you by email. Please prepare them yourself, but we cannot offer refunds or compensation.
The ripening period of fruits can vary depending on the weather, and it is also possible to eat fruits that have been picked in advance.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations 5 day(s) (inclusive) before the selected date are allowed. Unused orders can be canceled for free
- For cancellations made 3 to 4 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 30% will apply
- For cancellations made 1 to 2 days prior to selected date, a cancellation fee of 50% will apply
- Cancellation is not allowed between 0–0 days from the selected date. Orders cannot be canceled or modified, and refunds will not be granted.
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
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