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Banko no Sakura
Bansho no Sakura
Located at an altitude of 760m, Banko no Sakura is famous for its deep-colored Beni-shidazakura cherry blossoms.Explore this spot
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Banko no Sakura is a beautiful spot for viewing Beni-shidazakura (deep-colored weeping cherry blossoms) in Ogawa Village, Nagano Prefecture.
What makes it special
Beni-shidazakuraCherry blossom viewingNagano sightseeingLandscape photographySpring nature
About Banko no Sakura
- Capture the vivid colors of the Beni-shidazakura blossoms through photography.
- Plan your visit to coincide with the peak blooming period in April.
- Use a wide-angle lens to capture the surrounding mountain ranges in your landscape shots.
- Experience the scenery under the soft light of morning or evening for maximum color depth.
Weather forecast
Tue
8/4
28°/19°
0%
Wed
8/5
30°/17°
0%
Thu
8/6
30°/20°
94%
Fri
8/7
31°/21°
96%
Sat
8/8
29°/20°
94%
Sun
8/9
26°/19°
81%
Mon
8/10
27°/19°
48%
Tips
Payment
Cash only (for nearby facilities/services)
Language Support
Limited English support (signage may be in Japanese only)
Reservations
No reservation required
Clothing
Wear comfortable walking shoes and seasonal mountain clothing
Photography
Free to photograph (please respect the natural environment)
Accessibility
Natural terrain with some uneven surfaces and steps
Etiquette
Please take all trash back with you