2026 Iwakura Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in August)

🎐 Let's see today that I will take you to visit Iwakura City at the Iwakura Sakura Festival, a festival to see giant cherry trees along the Gojo River in Aichi Prefecture. Many people may not have heard of this province, but they know the name of the city more. In fact, Nagoya is a large city in Aichi Prefecture. 🏮 The Iwakura Sakura Festival is a cherry blossom festival held every year from late March to early April in Iwakura City in Aichi Prefecture. The highlight is the 1,300 cherry trees lined up along both sides of the Gojo River for a distance of 7.6 kilometers. 🌸 Along the way, we will see many shops, making it easy to walk around without getting bored because the atmosphere is very good. And now that it's spring, the weather is nice and eating outdoors is a kind of happiness. ☘️ You may have experience going to see cherry blossoms in big cities like Tokyo or Osaka. Going to see cherry blossoms outside the capital is also very chill and refreshing. If anyone comes to visit Nagoya in late March-early April, plan to visit Iwakura City and see this cherry blossom festival. 📍 Iwakura-shi, Aichi, Japan ⏰ 24 hours ☎️ +81 587 66 1111 💰 N/A 🚗 I traveled by train #travel #onedaytrip #missnature #centralteam #waitingfordeparture #familytrip #goodatmosphere #beautifulphotospots #tripfreeaccommodation #travelwithtrip2024 #sakura2024

The Gojo River is a grade A river that flows through Oguchi-cho, Konan City, and Iwakura City in western Aichi Prefecture. It originates from Tajimi City in Gifu Prefecture. The Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival is held during cherry blossom season. The cherry trees converging on both sides of the river are a beautiful sight, and the river has been selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan". In addition, there are important events during the Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival, such as the parade of floats and the performance of "Nonbori Arai", where the glue used to make the patterns of carp streamers is washed away in the river, making the place crowded with people. When the cherry blossoms fall, the surface of the river is covered with petals, and the sight of these petals slowly floating is amazing. 🚃Access Take the Meitetsu Nagoya Station Line and get off at Iwakura Station. Walk for 6 minutes. #TravelJapan #sakura #TravelNagoya #cherry blossoms

Gojo River in Iwakura, a famous cherry blossom spot on the outskirts of Aichi Prefecture It's a little far from Nagoya, but it's a popular spot for cherry blossoms, and recommended for a drive. The combination with the rape blossoms was also beautiful. It gets crowded on weekends, so I went on a weekday, but it's empty on weekdays, so I recommend it. #sakura

Cherry blossom trees line the Gojo River in Iwakura City, Aichi Prefecture. I went there for the first time in the spring during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the cherry blossoms blooming along the river were very beautiful. Before COVID-19, there were food stalls lined up along the river, but personally I'm glad I went when there were no food stalls. #famousflowerspot #greatview

Took a quick 15-minute train ride from Nagoya to check out the cherry blossoms along the Gojo River in Iwakura. The endless rows of sakura trees lining both sides of the river are nothing short of breathtaking! The branches hang right down to the water, making it picture-perfect from every single angle. While it's a well-known spot in Aichi, it isn't insanely crowded like the city center, making it the perfect place for a relaxing stroll along the riverbanks to take in the blooms. There were also a few food stalls set up, giving it a fun, local festival vibe. If you're looking for incredible spring views around Nagoya, this spot is an absolute must-visit. We took a quick 15-minute train ride from Nagoya to check out the cherry blossoms along the Gojo River in Iwakura. The endless rows of sakura trees on both sides of the river are simply breathtaking! With branches hanging right down to the water, every single angle looks like a postcard. It’s a very famous spot in Aichi, but it wasn't insanely crowded like the city center, which made for a really relaxing stroll along the riverbanks. Loved the local festival vibe from the food stalls, too. If you're looking for stunning spring views around Nagoya, this spot is an absolute must-visit. Tags:

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#Nagoya Sakura Who could have imagined this, family members! At the Iwakura Gojo River in Nagoya, I actually ran into a real-life healing movie scene! There are no crowds of tourists here, only gentle cherry blossoms and gurgling water. It is a perfect paradise to escape from the hustle and bustle! I was shocked as soon as I arrived at the Gojo River. The 1.5-kilometer-long cherry blossom path grew wildly along the river bank, with pink and white flowers stacked in layers and branches almost hanging down to the water. When the wind blows, the cherry blossoms seem to be cast under a spell, falling in large flakes. The surface of the river is instantly covered with petals, and even the air is filled with sweet floral fragrance. The romance value is off the charts! The most surprising thing is that this place is perfect for relaxing! Just find a patch of grass to sit down, spread out a picnic mat, put out Nagoya's specialties of tebasaki and eel rice, listen to the sound of running water, watch the cherry blossoms fall, and at this moment all your worries will disappear. If I bring a book, I can stay here all day! Walking along the river bank, you can also find many hidden camera positions. The ancient wooden bridge with the cherry blossom background can create a retro blockbuster in minutes; standing under the cherry blossom tree and shooting upward, the sunlight shines through the petals onto your face, and the atmosphere is immediately maximized. And because there are so few people, there is no need to queue up for a spot, you can take pictures however you want! 📌Practical Information 📍Address: Along the Gojo River, Iwakura City, Nagoya City 🚗Transportation: It is recommended to drive by yourself, as parking is convenient; you can also take a bus to the "Gojo River Park" stop ⏰Flowering period: late March to early April #NagoyaTravel #IwakuraGojogawa #Japan's Secret Cherry Blossom Viewing Spot #Cherry Blossom Season #Niche Travel Spot #Healing Scenery #Movie Production Site #Japan Free Travel

#Nagoya Sakura The Gojo River is a small river in northern Aichi Prefecture, 37 kilometers long, flowing through Iwakura City. There are more than 1,400 cherry trees planted on both sides of the river. When they are in full bloom in early April, it turns into a 7.6-kilometer pink tunnel! It has also been officially selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan". The key point is that there are few people! Every shot I take is like a Japanese drama heroine~✨ 🚆 Transportation Direct train: Take the Meitetsu Inuyama Line from Nagoya Station (towards Inuyama) and get off at Iwakura Station. The journey takes 15-20 minutes and the one-way fare is about 350 yen. After exiting the station, follow the signs and walk for 5 minutes to the river! ⚠️ Note: The train runs every 15 minutes, and the last train is around 10pm 🌸 Must-see highlights ✔️ Cherry Blossom Tunnel: There are dense cherry blossom trees on both sides of the river, and you can see the pink ceiling when you look up! It is recommended to walk from Iwakura Station to the starting point of Gojo River Sakura Namiki, where there are few people and beautiful scenery. ✔️ 🎏 Carp streamer washing activity: You can see the traditional "carp streamer washing" during the Cherry Blossom Festival in early April! The locals use river water to wash off the glue on the flags, and the colors instantly become super bright. It is said that this craft has a 400-year history and is very ritualistic. ✔️ 🌙 Night cherry blossom lighting: The lights come on after 6pm, and the cherry blossoms are reflected on the river, super dreamy! But it’s windy at night, remember to bring a jacket~

#Nagoya Sakura The Gojo River near Nagoya turns into a pink and white dream corridor every spring. Cherry blossom trees stretch for several kilometers along the clear river. The pink flowers sway lightly in the breeze and are reflected on the water, creating a poetic and picturesque scene. Strolling along the riverside trail, the branches of the cherry trees are intertwined to form a natural cherry blossom tunnel. Occasionally, petals fall in the wind, gently embellishing the river water, like a flowing spring painting. The traditional "Somei Yoshino Cherry Blossom Rafting" is quietly taking place. Local craftsmen put the trimmed cherry blossom branches into the river, and they slowly drift away with the current. This ancient custom adds a touch of poetry and romance to the cherry blossom season. Tourists stroll leisurely along the river, stop to take pictures, or have picnics on the ground. The sounds of laughter and the spring breeze interweave, making the entire field of cherry blossoms and trees full of vitality. In the afternoon, I sat on a bench by the bridge, looking at the cherry blossoms and blue sky reflected on the river, feeling the tranquility and tenderness of spring. As the setting sun shines, the golden afterglow casts a warm glow on the cherry blossoms, making this spring beauty even more dreamy. I took a deep breath and treasured this spring scenery in my heart, looking forward to visiting Gojo River again next year and searching for the poetry of spring among the cherry blossoms and flowing water.

Iwakura City is located in northwestern Aichi Prefecture. The Gojo River, which flows through the city, is lined with 1400 cherry blossom trees, primarily Yoshino cherry trees. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the river is almost completely covered, creating a spectacular sight. HaiMao highly recommends this cherry blossom spot. During cherry blossom season, the Iwakura Cherry Blossom Festival is held, featuring vendors, roller coaster rides, and the traditional carp streamer washing ceremony, a rare sight in Japan. For transportation, take the Meitetsu Inuyama Line to Iwakura Station. It's a five-minute walk straight ahead from the station exit. #SpringDestinations2024 #CherryBlossoms

#Sakura2024 After the Japan Meteorological Agency announced that the cherry blossoms had bloomed, I went to see them at the famous Gojo River in Aichi Prefecture, and they were only 50% in bloom. Apparently, the cherry trees here were planted by my grandmother and her relatives when she evacuated during the war. Since hearing that story, I've been going there every year for about 10 years at this time of year. When you walk from Iwakura Station to the Gojo River, there are many food stalls lined up, and you always end up eating more dumplings than flowers.

I want to see the cherry blossoms in your album🌸|||Cherry blossom season is here again🥰 Cherry blossoms at Gojo River in Iwakura City, Aichi Prefecture, Japan, have bloomed🌸🌸🌸 They are in full bloom now! I took a lot of photos of cherry blossoms yesterday! I want to see the cherry blossoms in your album🌸 Finally, it's cherry blossom (さくら) season✌︎('ω')✌︎ This year, they bloomed a little late. Yesterday, I went to see the cherry blossoms at Gojo River. They were in full bloom and incredibly beautiful🌸 I would also like to see the cherry blossoms in China!! If you don't mind, I would be happy if you could post photos of cherry blossoms in the comment section♪ ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー 📸11/4/2024 📍Gojo River (Iwakura City, Aichi Prefecture) 🚃10 minutes walk from Iwakura Station/Ishibotoke Station

The Gojo River in Iwakura City (Aichi), Aichi Prefecture, has about 1,400 cherry trees lining the river, with a length of about 7.5 km. Every year during cherry blossom season, the “Iwakura Sakura Festival” is held. During this Japanese festival, traditional rickshaws are displayed, and there is also a “nonbori-arai” on the river. “Nonbori-arai” is a koi flag that is washed with glue in the river, symbolizing the growth of a boy, and is called “koinobori”. In Iwakura City, there is a long-established shop that produces koi flags. This is a great photo spot where you can enjoy traditional Japanese culture and cherry blossoms at the same time. When the flowers are in full bloom, the petals float down to the surface of the water. The farewell of spring with the pink covering the river will be the last image that will remain in the unforgettable memory. 🗓️Event date 29.03.2024 - 07.04.2024 💴Admission Free 🚃Getting there From Nagoya Station Take the Meitetsu Nagoya Line to Iwakura Station, walk for 6 minutes. #Sakura2024 #TravelJapan #Sakura

The season of falling cherry blossoms, nature and people. Gojo River is a famous cherry blossom spot, famous for night cherry blossoms, and you can also experience washing carp streamers. #Breathtaking views