“Meiji Street: Where Urban Energy Meets Sakura Serenity”

#cherryblossom25 Right now, during cherry blossom season, Meiji Street (明治通り) in Shibuya has a soft, almost magical vibe. While Meiji Street itself is known more as a bustling urban road connecting Shibuya to Harajuku and Shinjuku, the stretch near Yoyogi Park and Meiji Shrine is where the sakura charm really shows. As you walk along the sidewalks, especially near the park entrances and side paths, cherry blossom petals drift through the air like pink snow. The trees around nearby spots like Yoyogi Park and side lanes branching off Meiji Street are in full bloom, drawing both locals and tourists with cameras, bento lunches, and peaceful moods. The contrast of the city’s modern buildings and soft, delicate sakura makes the walk along Meiji Street in Shibuya especially photogenic and relaxing this time of year. If you’re planning to visit, early morning or just before sunset would give you the most serene vibe — and if you’re lucky, you’ll catch the petal rain when the wind picks up.