Thermal soaks and rickshaw rides under blooming Sakura

Hanami Onsen at KAI ryokans

From March 26th through April 8th, enjoy the very popular annual Sakura Season, more commonly known as Cherry Blossom Season, at all of Hoshino Resorts’ 21 KAI properties. Sakura Season marks the start of spring and the beginning of the time-honored Japanese tradition of hanami, cherry blossom viewing. After sakura viewing from KAIs hot springs, cool off at the Yuagrai lounge, created specifically for after-onsen relaxation, with a handcrafted fan in hand. Sip upon a specially brewed KAI tea which rejuvenates and refreshes the body with vitamins and minerals.

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KAI Kinugawa 

(Tochigi Prefecture, Approx. 120 mins by train from Asakusa in Tokyo)
Located on a small hill facing a bubbling river stream, KAI Kinugawa offers hanami bathing in a private onsite onsen. Watch the river change color and the cherry blossoms shine in the soft morning light or darken against a crimson sunset.
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KAI Nagato 

(Yamaguchi Prefecture, South of Japan)
At KAI Nagato, watch the cherry trees blossom along the Otozune River, located in front of the hotel. Located in the Nagato Yumoto Onsen district, an area that has long been a popular hot spring destination for historical lords, KAI Nagato is a luxurious retreat with riverside terraces that offer breathtaking views of cherry blossoms.
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Sakura related activities

Nighttime Sakura Rickshaw at KAI Tamatsukuri 

- 7-day exclusive activity

One of Japan’s most famous cherry blossom spots is in Shimane Prefecture, home to the Tamayu River which flows next to KAI Tamatsukuri. 400 cherry blossom trees line both sides of the riverbanks, stretching for 2 kilometers. From April 1st to 7th, KAI Tamatsukuri offers special 1-hour sunset rickshaws for guests to experience Tamayu River’s stunning scenery.
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*Source: Hoshino Resorts