Weeping cherry blossoms in Kamihara

The weeping cherry blossoms in Kanbara are famous trees in Higashijo-cho, Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture, and are a type of Edohigan cherry that is estimated to be over 350 years old. It is about 16 meters tall and has branches of about 22 meters, and in spring it produces beautiful pale pink flowers. The lights are also lit up at night, creating a fantastic landscape. The best time to see the flowers is usually early April, and it is a popular spot visited by many cherry blossom viewing visitors. Another attractive feature is that the countryside surrounds the cherry blossoms, allowing you to feel the original Japanese scenery. The weeping cherry blossoms in Kanbara show their magnificent appearance with the arrival of spring, and are loved by locals.