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"Yae-zakura" flowering

[Sam] April 14, 2017 12:00

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R0037220SQRS'G.jpg In Hamarikyu Onshi Garden, as Yoshino cherry tree, which was in full bloom in early April, began to scatter with Harahara, a variety of so-called "Satozakura", which is planted mainly on the shores of the pond from "Oden Bridge" to "Yokobori".

There are many varieties that bloom brilliantly, and most of what is called Yae-zakura seems to belong to this group.

In addition to the large pure white double "White Myo", it is also called "Yae-zakura of five colors".

"The name is derived from the appearance of a single pistil that has become leafy from the center of the flower."

"It is said that the two pistils that turned into leaves from the center of the flower protrudes and the tip was warped, resembling the elephant's nose (tusks) on which the Fugen Bodhisattva rides."

"Shizuke is a red "Sekiyama" used as a cherry blossom bath"

"The color of the coloring obtained from the rhizomes of the ginger family turmeric" yellow "Utsukin"

"The light green "Kiyo yellow" is said to have been named after the image of the color of the noble noble costume.

Todoroki petals are folded in multiple layers, and the branches are full of volume with bells, giving it a taste different from Yoshino cherry tree.

 

From the left, Kazuha, Fugen Elephant, Sekiyama, Utsukin, Miyo yellow 

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Yoshino cherry tree View (Kamei Bridge, Shukubashi Park)

[Dimini ☆ Cricket] April 13, 2017 18:00

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I thought it was scattered by the rain on the weekend, and when I went to work on Monday, I was glad to see the cherry blossoms working hard without scattering.

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Both Tsukiji River Kamei Bridge Park and Tsukiji River Shuku Bridge Park are parks built beside each bridge, and below the Metropolitan Expressway Toshin Beltway runs.

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The weather in Tokyo tomorrow (April 11) will be "rain and sometimes cloudy", and the cherry blossoms that have worked hard so far will also scatter flowers.

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During the lunch break, both parks were more crowded than usual, with people taking lunch while cherry-blossom viewing, people resting while cherry-blossom viewing, people taking pictures, and many others watching Yoshino cherry tree.

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When I saw the cherry blossoms nearby, there was a young leaf.

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At the end of the cherry blossom season, Fuji flowers bloom in Kameibashi Park, and Shukubashi Park celebrates the season when roses bloom.

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Kameibashi Park also has a perennial plant area called Pele Near Garden, where you can enjoy flowers all year round.

 

 

Did you open Kachidokibashi?

[Shubo's Ten Hands] April 12, 2017 18:00


                        The bridge plan connecting Kachidokibashi DSCN0636 (2). JPGTsukiji and Tsukishima was modeled on the Futaba Jumping Bridge in Chicago by building a bridge that opened from the beginning. It was the first form in Japan and was the largest in the East. Completion was completed in 1940 as part of a major event that prestige the country for the Tokyo Olympics and the World Exposition. However, since the Sino-Japanese War became violent, only the bridge was completed.

 

The bounce bridge between the central diameter opened up to 70 degrees, and ships of 3,000 tons were able to sail.

 

At the time of completion, it was open five times a day for 20 minutes, but the traffic increased and there was no need for large ships to pass through Hashimoto, and in 1970, it became a bridge that did not open. If you open the bridge, it will be a powerful one.

 

Be sure to take a look at the Sumida River and Kachidokibashi along with shopping, which is right next to Tsukiji Market. It's a nice view.

 

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A wonderful bakery cafe in Minato "NOVEMBER"

[JRT Felt] April 11, 2017 12:00

There are many stylish cafes in Chuo-ku, but there are many stylish cafes.
This time, I would like to introduce "NOVEMBER" in Minato.
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I want to open a shop that has never been around Minato until now! And
A female owner who loves the atmosphere around here.
This shop opened in November 2015.
The inside of the store is full of the warmth of wood, and the interior is very fashionable!
The beautiful owner always welcomes you with a smile.
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Not only lunch, but also baked goods made by the owner
You can have bread and tart purchased from France.
All of them are delicious, but the taste of the ingredients is alive.
Banana cake (from 350 yen) and butter-rich rice
Croissant (250 yen) is my favorite!
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Inside the store, there are also fashionable miscellaneous goods such as tableware and accessories.
It's on sale.
Also, we want to make the shop a place for interaction with various people.
From time to time, it seems that there is also an event in the store.
If you would like to use the space, please contact us directly.

Inside the Sumida River, right next to Tepposu Inari Shrine, near the Sumida River.
A great location for strolling around the Sumida River and resting during worship!
If you have a terrace seat, you can accompany your pet!
Please drop in.

Store name: NOVEMBER
Address: Minato, Chuo-ku 2-16-26-101
Sales: 10:00 to 19:00 (LO; 18:00 a.m.)
Number of seats: 14 seats (with 4 terrace seats)
Holidays: Monday

 

 

Tsukiji Honganji "Hana Festival"

[Sam] April 10, 2017 18:00

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R0038121'RSG.jpg April 8th is the birthday of Buddha. Also known as "Birth Party" and "France Party".

After a white elephant appeared in his mother's wife Maya's dream, Buddha was born in the garden of Lumbini, and after seven steps shortly after birth, he pointed to heaven with his right hand and the earth with his left hand. At this time, a dragon appeared from heaven, and it was reported that the rain of sweet dew and blessed the birth of Buddha.

In comparison with this story, a flower court imitating the flower garden of Lumbini will be set up, a birth Buddha will be enshrined inside, and sweet tea will be spread from the Buddha's head to celebrate the birth of Buddha.

At Tsukiji Honganji, the event "Hana Matsuri" was held on April 9 to celebrate the birth of Buddha.

It's raining hard on this day.

In main hall, the children's parade, adorable children's parade, the best highlight of the Hana Festival, was held before the Buddhist memorial service at 11:30.

 

 

The best time to see Yoshino cherry tree

[Sam] April 8, 2017 14:00

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R0010186RS'G.jpg On April 2, after the Japan Meteorological Agency declared the cherry blossoms in full bloom in the city center, the Yoshino cherry tree in the Hamarikyu Garden was finally in full bloom on the 7th.

The Hamarikyu Onshi Garden is a historic cherry blossom spot where many guests were welcomed and a cherry blossom viewing party was held as a separate residence for the Shogun family in the Edo period and as a detached palace for the Imperial Family in the Meiji period.

I hear that about 100 cherry trees are planted in the park, but about 10 of them are in Yoshino cherry tree.

It can be enjoyed mainly near "Minaka no Gomon", "Yon Liaokan Ruins" and "Nakano Bridge".

The pale pink protagonist creates a gorgeous landscape unique to the city center against the backdrop of Shiodome Shiodome Shiosite's skyscrapers.