Shinjō Village Cherry Blossoms– A Hidden Floral Paradise in Rural Okayama

#cherryblossom25 Nestled in the mountains of northern Okayama Prefecture, Shinjō Village is one of Japan’s best-kept sakura secrets, where 1,000+ wild mountain cherries (yamazakura) bloom in late April—long after the crowds have left Kyoto and Tokyo. 🌸 Why It’s Special ✔ Untamed Beauty – Unlike manicured city parks, these wild yamazakura grow naturally along riverbanks and terraced fields ✔ Extended Season – Blooms arrive 2 weeks later than Tokyo (peaking late April) ✔ Zero Crowds– Only locals and a handful of photographers know this spot