Updated: 11 April 2023
The Ginza Biodiversity Museum is launching a weekly series in collaboration with the Amazing 3D Museum, introducing wildlife found in and around Ginza. The aim is to make biodiversity feel accessible and enjoyable to learn about.
Cherry Blossom Spots in Ginza
Ginza has various cherry blossom viewing spots, including the natural areas of major buildings and ward parks. During blossom season, local residents and tourists alike come to enjoy the flowers. As this is the first instalment in the series, we thought we’d start with the cherry blossom that everyone knows.
This Week’s Feature: Somei Yoshino
The Somei Yoshino is Japan’s most iconic cherry variety and is said to herald the arrival of spring. Its white-to-pale-pink blossoms are beautiful, and because the blooming period is relatively short, the trees attract large crowds at their peak. This article features the Somei Yoshino.
Enjoying Cherry Blossoms in AR
Open the Ginza Biodiversity Museum page and a 3D model of a cherry tree will appear. Tap the “AR” button on that screen and the cherry tree will appear before you in augmented reality. Please note that AR may not function on older devices.
Ginza Biodiversity Museum
We hope you enjoy the Ginza Biodiversity Museum’s approach to cherry blossom viewing and its mission to showcase local biodiversity. More creatures found around Ginza will be introduced each week — stay tuned!
[Update] Ginza Daifuku Jizo has brought the flowers of Ginza into full bloom!
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