By Video Street View Japan

If you're planning a trip to Tokyo in early April and wondering whether you'll still be able to catch the cherry blossoms, this video by Video Street View Japan offers a helpful update from March 30th. The video features a scenic walk through one of Tokyo's popular sakura viewing spots—Sumida Park—located near the iconic Asakusa district. Captured in stunning 4K HDR with binaural sound, the walk immerses viewers in the atmosphere of early spring in Tokyo.

The walk begins at the renowned Kaminari-mon Gate of Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, a major cultural and historical landmark. From there, the route leads through the Asakusa side of Sumida Park, where cherry blossom trees line the paths, though at this time, many are still in bud stage, providing a glimpse of how the sakura season is progressing. Despite not being at full bloom, the blossoms are close to peaking in many parts of Tokyo, making this park a promising bet for early April viewing.

The walk continues through Sumida Park's cherry blossom festival area, where light decorations and festival preparations can be seen. The presence of stalls and event banners adds to the festive vibe, even if crowds are not overwhelming. Viewers get a tranquil and detailed tour of the walkways, trees, and riverside areas, all guided with high-quality visuals and immersive audio.

Crossing over the Sumida River, the video moves onto the opposite park area, which is also part of Sumida Park. The tour stops at various rest spots and highlights scenic views of Tokyo Skytree and blooming cherry trees, offering a serene perspective of Tokyo's springtime beauty. This video provides not only a cherry blossom status update but also serves as a virtual tour for those interested in exploring Asakusa and Sumida Park on foot.