Immerse Yourself in Japan’s Cherry Blossom Season with Airbnb’s Unique Sakura-Themed Experiences
Malaysian
travellers immersing themselves in the much-anticipated cherry blossom season
in a uniquely different way - secret neighborhoods in Tokyo and sakura-themed
Airbnb Experiences in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka.
It is not news that Malaysia has a love
affair with the Land of the Rising Sun. In fact, Malaysia is one of the top ten
countries in the world to visit Japan in December 2018 alone. [1].
With the rise of the “experience
economy”, travellers now seek authentic and local activities that goes beyond
the usual sightseeing. Off-the-beaten path neighbourhoods and Airbnb
Experiences are proving popular with bookings from Malaysia, USA, Australia,
Singapore, China, UK, Canada, Thailand and Philippines.
Check
out where everyone is headed as Airbnb shares a list of experiences unique to
Tokyo for those planning to travel during the cherry blossom season.
Yanaka
neighborhood in Tokyo offers travelers the opportunity to immerse themselves in
authentic Japanese culture, where traditional ways of life are still part of
the neighborhood’s daily routine.
The
area is known for Japanese sweets, tea and artisanal shops where craftsmen
and
shop owners take pride in making accoutrements for Kabuki actors and geishas
who used to wander the neighborhood’s narrow alleyways. Springtime sees Yanaka Cemetery bursting with
expansive cherry blossom trees, an alternative yet beautiful way to see these
blooms in full force.
● Explore Yanaka and Kuramae town, a. k. a.
the “Brooklyn of Tokyo,” while riding
on "tokyobike". Explore the old and new sides of Tokyo on
a bike as you cycle past small artisan workshops still in operation and
factories that now house coffee shops and a chocolate factory.
● See
Yanaka from the eyes of a local while you stroll through a shopping
street, looking at kitchen knives and sampling sweets like karinto and manju from
traditional Japanese shops. Get lost
in narrow labyrinthian streets, arrive at an old wall made of tiles and make a
final stop at Yanaka Cemetery for a prime cherry blossom viewing opportunity.
● Learn
about the history of wagashi
(Japanese sweets) from the owner of a renowned wagashi shop. Complete the Experience
with organic Japanese tea.
Alternatively,
you can also make cherry blossom trip a memorable one by connecting with the
locals whether you are in Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto. The local Airbnb host
community, passionate about their local culture has created unique
sakura-themed Experiences and discover unique
elements of Japanese culture.
Goodbye crowds in parks for hanami-viewing, and instead participate in
what locals do as well.
Enjoy
a scenic view of cherry blossoms in your private kayak and watch the world go
by with Cherry
blossom kayaking.
Increase
your Instagram followers and get more likes and comments by
making
instagramable cherry blossom maki sushi rolls.
Impress
your friends back home with culinary skills of making
cherry blossom Japanese sweets.
Planning your spring getaway to Japan? Explore the best ways to enjoy limited time offering of
cherry blossoms in Japan!
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