2025 Motosu Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in May)

Usuzumi Park in Gifu offers a magical cherry blossom experience with its ancient “Usuzumi Zakura,” one of Japan’s oldest and most legendary cherry trees. Surrounded by delicate pink petals drifting like soft snow, this park invites you to step back in time and savor the serene elegance of spring. A must-visit for unforgettable sakura moments! #cherryblossom25

Witnessing the ancient Usuzumi Zakura in full bloom was like stepping into a living legend. Over 1,500 years old, this majestic tree still blushes pale pink before fading to delicate gray—true to its name, “light ink.” Surrounded by thousands of other cherry trees, I felt history, nature, and beauty converge in a single breathtaking moment. A must-see in Gifu! #cherryblossom25

📝 Overview The "Neodani Usuzumi Sakura" in Neoitasho, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture, is one of Japan's most famous cherry trees, said to be 1,500 years old and designated as a national natural monument. The buds are pale pink, white when in full bloom, and pale ink when they fall, making this a rare cherry tree that you can enjoy the change in color, just as its name suggests. ✨ Recommended points * The mysterious beauty of a 1,500-year-old tree * The giant tree, which is 17.3 meters tall and 9.4 meters in circumference, gives you a sense of eternal time. * The pale ink-colored flowers are fleeting yet beautiful, making for a truly spectacular sight. * One of Japan's three great cherry trees * It is one of Japan's three great cherry trees, along with Yamataka Jindai Sakura in Yamanashi Prefecture and Miharu Taki Sakura in Fukushima Prefecture. * A famous Japanese cherry tree that you should see at least once. * Surrounding nature * Surrounded by mountains, you can enjoy the beautiful nature. * We also recommend going for a drive or a walk. 👀Pay attention here! * Changes in color * You can enjoy the change in color of the Usuzumi cherry blossoms, from buds to full bloom and when they are about to fall. * The blossoms show various expressions depending on the time of day and the weather. * Monument to Uno Chiyo * A monument to the poem of Uno Chiyo, a writer who loved Usuzumi cherry blossoms, has been erected here. * You can enjoy the collaboration of literature and cherry blossoms. * Illumination * At night, the Usuzumi cherry blossoms are lit up. * You can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere that is different from the daytime. 🌸Best time to see the cherry blossoms * Early to mid-April ℹ️Information * Address: 995, Neoitasho, Kamidan, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture * Access: * Transfer to the Tarumi Railway from JR Ogaki Station, get off at Tarumi Station, and take a taxi for about 15 minutes * About 60 minutes by car from Ogaki Nishi IC on the Tokaido Expressway * Opening hours: Open 24 hours * Fee: Free 🚗Sightseeing information in the area * Usuzumi Onsen Shikisaikan * A hot spring facility near the Usuzumi cherry blossoms. * You can enjoy a beautiful view from the open-air bath. * Roadside Station Usuzumi Sakura no Sato Neo * A roadside station where you can purchase local specialties and souvenirs. * You can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients at the restaurant. * Neodani Granite * A huge rock designated as a national natural monument. * You can enjoy a dynamic view. 🖋️Summary The Neoya Usuzumi Sakura is a famous cherry tree representing Japan, boasting a mysterious beauty that is 1500 years old. Please visit it once and be fascinated by its ephemeral beauty. #SeasonalPlacesInJapan #Sakura2025

I went to "cafenoir" in #Motosu city, #Gifu prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ It was my first time at a coffee specialty store, and I didn't know anything about the types of coffee, but I ordered iced coffee and #Mont Blanc (o･ω-人) The coffee was bitter, but the aftertaste was refreshing and delicious (๑>ڡ<๑) The homemade Mont Blanc cake was also delicious with chestnuts scattered between the sponge (๑>ڡ<๑) 🏍CAFÉ NOIR🏍 Address: 59 Shimomasuwa, Motosu city, Gifu prefecture Business hours: 8:30-18:30 (Morning: 8:30-11:00) Closed: Sundays #Travelingwithme #Shinobichan

I went to #Sunrise in #Motosu, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ A cake shop loved by locals, with the concept of "deliciousness that makes anyone feel warm and happy" There are many cafe-exclusive menus, and I ordered #Crepe Suzette (o･ω-人) The crepe was covered in plenty of orange juice butter sauce, and it had a refreshing taste and was delicious (*´ч ` *) 🏍Sunrise🏍 Address: 415-3 Souke, Motosu, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: 9:00-19:00 Closed: Wednesdays #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Coffee Story" in Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ I ordered maple French toast (o･ω-人) The fluffy French toast with vanilla and maple is the best (〃艸〃)♡ Classical music was playing, and stylish furniture was lined up, so I was able to spend a relaxing and elegant time ( ´͈ ᵕ `͈ ) We purchase only high-quality raw beans from several companies from all over the world each time. Since it is an agricultural product, if we are unable to obtain high-quality raw beans, we may suspend or cancel sales. 🏍Coffee Story🏍 Address: 4-17 Mitsuhashi, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: 8:00-17:00 Closed: Sundays #Travel with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Washizudani No. 1 Erosion Control Dam" in #Motosu City, #Gifu Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ A rare erosion control dam where you can see the flowing dam from the inside ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ It's made of bricks and looks cool (｀✧∀✧´)♡ There are stairs that lead down to the downstream area, so you can get splashed with water and get plenty of negative ions ( *¯ ꒳¯*)✨ The autumn leaves were beautiful ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ It's named "Usuzumi Falls" because there are Usuzumi cherry blossoms in the area 🏍Washizudani No. 1 Erosion Control Dam🏍 Address: Neo Jinsho, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture #Traveling with Me #Shinobi-chan

I went to #Buttonmen Shanimuni in #Motosu city, #Gifu prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ It was chosen as the number one new restaurant in Gifu prefecture by Ramen Walker Tokai edition, and is a popular restaurant that has a line regardless of weekday or holiday ٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶ I ordered a large serving of #Butabutamazesoba and extra rice (o･ω-人) I immediately crumbled the egg yolk and mixed it well (ง🔥Д🔥)งww The soy sauce-based soup has a strong garlic punch, and the spicy spices used in the minced pork whet my appetite, making it a very junky dish d(＞∀＜)b The crispness of the onions sometimes works well I personally really like the chewy thick noodles Ψ( 'ч'♡ ) The char siu is thick and tender For the rice, I left one slice of char siu and made it into a char siu bowl ♡Kyaa (∀〃(〃∀)Kyaaa♡ 🍜Menu🍜 Butabutamazesoba: 1,080 yen Rice: 50 yen 🏍Buttonmen Shanimuni🏍 Address: 2224-1 Kamimasuwa, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: 11:00-14:00 18:00-20:45 Closed: Tuesdays, Wednesdays #Travelwithme #Shinobichan

I went to "Yasuragi no Mori" in #Motosu City, #Gifu Prefecture ((((((っ･ω･)っ It's about a 5-minute bike ride from my house, but it's in a secluded area, so I only found out about it last year Σ( °-° )Wow But by the time I found out, it was too late, it was after the peak, so I waited a year ((っ•ω•⊂)) I'm itching I looked up the best time to see it, and it's hot this year, so I think it might be about a week later than usual? The red spider lilies are all around the stone promenade d(＞∀＜)b I went there after work, so I was able to take a picture of the red spider lilies with the sunset in the background ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ Apparently, this is the spot in Gifu Prefecture where they bloom the earliest ( °▽°） 🏍Yasuragi no Mori🏍 Address: 686 Karumi, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture Best time to see: mid-September #Travelingwithme #Shinobichan

#cherryblossom2024 Fifteen centuries of flowering The main reason why people come to this park lies in its name. Usuzumi is the name of the sakura tree growing here. According to rough estimates, it is already fifteen hundred years old. How to get there The park can be reached on foot from Tarumi Station. At Nagoya Station, take the JR Tokaido line and drive to Ogaki Station (about half an hour on the way). On the way, the train passes Gifu station. At Ogaki station, you need to transfer to the local Tarumi Railway line to Tarumi Station (another half hour). It is a 20—minute walk from the park. Cherry is a long-lived The heart of Usuzumi is an ancient sakura, which is about 1,500 years old. It is assumed that Emperor Keitai planted it. Usuzumi is one of the three Great Japanese sakura trees. The spreading branches are supported by wooden supports, but for its age, the cherry looks great. Her name means "pale ink". The fact is that during flowering, Usuzumi petals change color from pale pink to white, and then to gray. Khans To see the legendary sakura, people from all over Japan come to the park during the flowering period. Numerous food stalls and souvenir shops line the road — eternal companions of Japanese festivals.

#Japan and Korea Springtime Destinations Danmo Park is an excellent place to enjoy cherry blossoms. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, it provides visitors with an excellent background for viewing the flowers. There are hundreds of cherry trees planted in the park. When they bloom at the same time, the entire park looks like it is covered by pink clouds, which is beautiful beyond words. You can have a picnic under the cherry trees and enjoy the warm spring sunshine and the romantic sight of cherry petals falling in the wind. The park also has trails where people can stroll among the cherry blossom trees and feel the vitality of spring. In addition, Danmo Park will also host a Cherry Blossom Festival, with various cultural performances and food stalls, allowing visitors to experience local culture while enjoying the flowers. Danmo Park is not only a good place to enjoy cherry blossoms, but also a good place for citizens to relax. Whether you are a family, a couple or a photography enthusiast, you can find your own happy time here. When spring comes, you may want to plan a trip to Danmo Park to view the cherry blossoms and experience the unique beauty of this season. 📍〒501-1524 Gifu Prefecture Motosu City Nebi Itashi

I went to "#f" in #Motosu City, #Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ A coffee shop that serves breakfast all day long. And it's very filling for 450 yen ⸜(* ॑꒳ ॑* )⸝ I ordered iced coffee and breakfast (o･ω-人) Rice, yakisoba, ogura toast, chawanmushi, croquette, salad, and matcha pudding came out (๑>ڡ<๑) After all, a countryside breakfast always comes with chawanmushi ∑d(≧▽≦*) 🏍F🏍 Address: 2161-1 Soinakajima, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture Business hours: Weekdays 8:00-14:00 Saturdays and Sundays 8:00-12:00 Closed: Wednesdays #Gourmet #Shinobi-chan

I went to "Neo Usuzumi Sakura" in Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture (((((((っ･ω･)っ It is one of the three major cherry blossoms in Japan and a nationally designated natural monument ٩(๑❛ᴗ❛๑)۶ Usuzumi Sakura is a variety that is said to be one of the most famous flowers among the 300 or so varieties of cherry blossoms. When in bud, it is pale pink, when in full bloom it is white, and when it falls it takes on a unique pale ink color. The weather was good and the cherry blossoms were in full bloom and were extremely beautiful ✿ﾟ❀.(*´▽`*)❀.ﾟ✿ 🏍Neo Usuzumi Sakura🏍 Address: Neo Itadokoro, Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture Opening hours: 24 hours Best time to see: Early April to mid-April Illumination: Period March 20th to April 30th Time 18:40 to 21:00 #Domestic travel#Gifu #Gifu Prefecture #Gifu Trip #Gifu Tourism #Touring #Touring Trip #Neo Usuzumi Sakura #Usuzumi Sakura #Cherry Blossoms #Famous Cherry Blossom Spot #Natural Monument #Nationally Designated Natural Monument