Cherry Blossom Festival: Evening in Nakameguro 2025

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Duration
3 hours
Number of Guests
2 - 10 guests
Language
Japanese, English
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Vegetarian, Pescetarian, Regional food, Shopping time, With 1 drink

2025 spring – evening hanami (cherry blossom) experience with a Tokyo local Special limited seasonal tour- stroll along a famous blossom-lined canal in Tokyo and experience true hanami.

Highlights

  • Explore the picturesque canal and chic Tokyo neighborhood of Nakameguro

  • Learn about and appreciate hanami culture in Japan while sharing thoughtful conversations with locals and foreign visitors

  • Be a part of local festivities, jump in and enjoy the cherry blossom festival like a local

  • Munch on local snacks and beverages with delicious samples of sweets, senbei rice crackers, and other delectable snacks

  • End the tour with a hearty dinner at a local izakaya pub

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Each year, Tokyo is blessed with beautiful sakura cherry blossoms in the spring, a fleeting but beautiful experience. The sakura season may be short, but during the next cherry blossom festival in Tokyo, you can take your time to appreciate the beauty and charm of the cherry blossoms during a quiet evening at Nakameguro. Join the Cherry Blossom Festival Evening Viewing in Nakameguro to experience the beautiful sakura blossoms and hanami culture like a local, as you taste delicious cherry blossom festival foods!


Spring evenings in Nakameguro feature pink lanterns (for the cherry blossom festival) hanging along the canals of the Meguro River, while the sakura trees glow pale pink in the twilight. Experience the history and beauty of Nakameguro and sakura in Tokyo as you take pictures and tour the famous riverbanks, exploring the local shopping area. A residential district in Meguro, Nakameguro is one of the hippest neighborhoods in Tokyo. Not only it is unique for its high fashion boutiques, cool cafes, and trendy local stores, but it’s also home to one of the biggest cherry blossom festival areas in Tokyo. The colors of white and pink paint the whole neighborhood during spring, where tourists from all over the world and in Japan visit just to get a glimpse of that picturesque cherry blossom festival.

Inclusions

  • A 3-hour tour: Cherry Blossom Festival Evening in Nakameguro (2025)

  • An English-speaking local guide

  • One drink included

  • A tasty dinner at a local Izakaya (pub)

Meeting Point and Meeting Time

  • Meet-up details will be sent to your provided email address once your booking is confirmed.

Remarks

  • The food tour starts strictly on time. Please be respectful of the other guests. If guests do not arrive at the meeting point by the departure time, the tour will begin regardless.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 2 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Experience Location

Situated along Meguro River, a well-known cherry blossom viewing spot, Nakameguro is a laid back, artsy area unlike anywhere else in Tokyo. During the day, one can hunker down at a café with some of the best coffee in Tokyo. There are also many pubs in the district, filling Nakameguro’s nightlife with laughter and rounds of drinks and grilled skewers. Boutiques and shops are everywhere and many use eco-friendly materials for clothes and shoes, and you can find pottery, ceramics, handicrafts, and much more. Nakameguro is the perfect place for artists and enthusiasts to visit!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
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