I want to visit as many cherry blossom spots as possible in one day without having to walk or change trains.
If you want to tour the Gokenjido Terrace, Omiya Park, and Fushiyama together, a jumbo taxi that can be rented by 4 to 9 people is the best option.
To summarize, if you want to “climb” the cherry blossom spots in Tokyo and Saitama in one day, a private jumbo taxi is the most convenient and least likely to fail method. The timing of the peak bloom varies by location, and each spot requires time to find parking and walk from the nearest station. In this article about cherry blossom viewing and sightseeing, we will specifically outline how to plan a trip to the cherry blossom spots without making any mistakes and why private taxis are a good option.
The "escalator" at a cherry blossom spot is surprisingly difficult to use by train or car.
For a flower viewing event at one place, a train ride is enough. But with things like “the first morning is for the rapeseed flowers and the Sakura at Hakonomachi Bridge, the second is at Omiya Park, and the evening is for the night sakura at Fushimi-yama” and being so eager to see everything, the very act of traveling itself can affect the overall satisfaction of the day. First, let’s list the “common sense” things that tend to happen when going out as a group.
By taking the subway and walking, I get tired before I can see the cherry blossoms.
Hakone-doji Bridge is a 40-50 minute walk from the Kuretake Station on the Tokyu Nikko Line. There are times when shuttle buses run, but on weekends when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, you can queue to get on. Even getting from Omiya to Shiraito Mountain involves switching trains, and carrying a packed lunch or a picnic mat up and down the stairs is difficult for small children and the elderly.
If you drive around, you'll get caught in a parking lot traffic jam again.
If you think about it in terms of driving your own car or renting a car, the parking lot will become a wall this time. The parking lot at Rokko-do Sakura Terrace is large with about 1,000 parking spaces, but during the cherry blossom festival it tends to be full and you have to wait in line to get in. The fees are about 1,000 yen per time. Climbing up to see many of the blooming spots will result in waiting in line and having to pay each time. The driver is on the wheel all day, and you can't even enjoy a cup of coffee.
Even if you pick up a taxi, there won't be enough cars at cherry blossom viewing spots.
There is also the option of sharing rides with multiple taxis locally, but the popular spots during cherry blossom season are in high demand, and it’s not easy to secure seats for everyone in a group at once. If you split up into separate vehicles, you’ll have to coordinate with each other while traveling, which can dilute the sense of unity that’s so important during this season.
Point:For a single destination, take the train; for trips of more than two destinations in one day, take a charter bus. The tour of cherry blossom spots differs in terms of time spent traveling and waiting time, rather than the time to see the sights.
How to plan a cherry blossom sightseeing tour that won't fail
The key to having a pleasant day of flower viewing from multiple locations is to plan ahead based on the three factors: peak season, crowding, and members. With a private rental, you can incorporate these three factors into your plan for the day.
1. Take advantage of the peak season discrepancy
The peak flowering season for each of these flowers is usually in late March to early April, but due to differences in varieties and locations, the flowering period can vary by several days. Combining the Ginko-do Terrace and Fushiyama with the Omi Park, which also features cedar sakura and konza sakura, allows you to enjoy the full bloom for a longer period.
2. Managing congestion and parking time-wise
The peak of crowds at popular attractions is around noon. If you visit one place first in the morning, two places a little later in the day, and a third place in the evening for the light show, you can spread out your visits to reduce waiting time. If you rent a car, you can leave the parking search to the driver.
3. Don't try to make things difficult for the members
If you have elderly people or children with you, the uphill and downhill sections and the long walk are a burden. You can approach the entrance by car, leave your luggage in the car, take a leisurely stroll, and rest in the car if you get tired.
Cherry blossom spots in the area and general directions for sightseeing
The three locations mentioned here are all within the coverage area of JumboTaxi.com (Kuretake City, Saitama City, and the Tokyo 23 wards). If either the "pickup location" or the "drop-off location" is within the area, we can arrange it for you; this way, you can use one vehicle to connect your home with a destination, from a famous spot to another famous spot.
| Cherry blossom spot | area | The timing of cherry blossoms | How to use it while traveling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kengyo-do Terrace (Kureta-Kencho Sakura Terrace) | Kuretake City, Saitama Prefecture | Approximately 1,000 Yoshino cherry trees and collaboration with the rapeseed flowers | Right from the start. The contrast between the cherry blossom tunnel and the yellow rapeseed flowers is the specialty. |
| Omiya Park | Saitama City, Saitama Prefecture | About 700 trees; 100 sakura spots | During the day. It is easy to take a break and have a packed lunch in the spacious park. |
| Furigoyama Park | Tokyo, Kita Ward | Approximately 600 trees; a cherry blossom spot associated with Tokugawa Yoshimune | In the evening. A night of illuminated cherry blossoms to conclude the event |
*The number of cherry blossoms, peak season, and the time of illumination may change depending on the year and the weather. Please check the latest information from each park before making a plan. Approximate prices and estimates are available upon request.Pricing pageandweb formWe will guide you there.
Things you want to decide by that day
Chartering offers the advantage of being able to arrange your itinerary and time freely, but that also means that it’s best to decide on your destination in advance for a smooth day of travel. If you tell us about these three points when you make your inquiry, we can propose a route and time allocation for you.
Just to let you know, it's reassuring:(1) The places you want to visit and the order in which you would like to visit them, (2) the number of people, whether there are any elderly people, children, or wheelchair users, and (3) the luggage you would like to bring, such as packed lunches and cherry blossom viewing supplies. If you have any "spare days" or lunch options you would like to visit after the blossoms have finished blooming, please let us know together.
Chartering is reasonable when there are enough people to gather:
What I’m curious about is the cost aspect. Since chartering a bus is based on the number of people on board, the cost per person decreases the more people ride. If you can seat four to nine people on a bus, you can collectively split the cost among everyone—the train fare for everyone, as well as the parking fees and waiting time at each attraction.
Above all, the value of chartering a car is that you are freed from the hassles of changing transportation, carrying heavy lunch boxes and camping gear, and keeping in touch with your family while traveling. Dividing the effort among a group of people means a little burden per person. Spending time under the cherry blossoms without worrying about getting stuck in traffic—that’s the kind of experience that makes chartering a car a sensible choice for groups of any size. There are no additional fees for different car types or late or early morning surcharge, so you can easily see how much you’ll pay even if you extend your trip to see the cherry blossoms at night.
Reservation Flow
- Contact:Please let us know the date, number of people, and the cherry blossom spots you would like to visit from the web form.
- Plan and Estimate:We propose route and time distribution based on peak season and congestion, as well as a guide on pricing.
- Booking Confirmed:After you are satisfied with the content, we will finalize the order. We can also discuss making minor adjustments based on the flowering status.
- Boarding on the day:Pick you up at your home or other designated location, and take you around from one famous spot to another in one vehicle.
summary
The cherry blossom viewing spots "escalators" are judged by the satisfaction derived from the time spent traveling and waiting. If you plan to visit different spots with varying viewing periods and atmospheres in one day, such as Rokuen-do Terrace, Omiya Park, and Shiratozan, you can set your itinerary based on the three factors of peak season, crowding, and the number of people in the group. A private jumbo taxi that can be rented and used without walking or changing trains is the shortcut to enjoying these sights without hassle.
How to use the service for non-cherry blossom viewingTransportation for large groups by jumbo taxi (Comprehensive information on different purposes)Please also see.
Why not combine a tour of cherry blossom spots into one trip?
When enough people are gathered, the private charter fee becomes more affordable per person. Leave the hassle of changing trains and the burden of carrying heavy luggage to us.
Simply let us know your desired date, number of people, and which cherry blossom spots you would like to visit. You can contact us 24 hours a day through the web form. We also offer free quotes.
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