Chidorigafuchi (fountainhead)

Chidorigafuchi (fountainhead)

Enjoy the spring scenery of central Tokyo created by rows of cherry trees and the surface of the water at Chidorigafuchi

Chidorigafuchi is known as one of the most famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Tokyo, and is a photographic spot of overwhelming scale and beauty. The rows of cherry trees along the moat gently reflect on the surface of the water, and by adding a boat to the scene, you can create an impressive shot with a sense of movement. The promenade, which resembles a tunnel of cherry blossoms, is a good place to create a composition with an awareness of depth. Especially in the early morning when the light is soft and there are few people, you can capture the tranquil expression of the cherry blossoms in a quiet atmosphere.

Key points for photography

The key to taking pictures is to take advantage of the moat and rows of cherry trees at Chidorigafuchi, and to compose your shots with an awareness of reflections on the water's surface. Adding a boat to the picture adds movement and a sense of narrative, and a central composition that emphasizes depth on the cherry blossom tunnel-like promenade is also effective. By choosing the soft light of early morning, you can capture the quiet atmosphere with few people and the quiet expression of the cherry blossoms.

Best viewing and photography timing

Best Season

Recommended times

Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Access & Basic Information (Check Before Shooting)

Item Details
Address Chiyoda Ward, Tokyo
subject Yoshino cherry tree
Admission fee None
Admission Time None
Parking lot None
Restroom Yes

The day I visited this place in the past

Route taken on April 5, 2025

Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|The reassuring familiarity of Chidorigafuchi in spring

This photo was taken from the standard photo spot at Chidorigafuchi.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|Rape blossoms and cherry blossoms, a trio of spring colors

In this photo, I tried to capture the cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi and the clouds in the sky over the rape blossoms.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|A tranquil stream viewed beneath the cherry blossoms

This photo was taken looking up at Chidorigafuchi from beneath a cherry tree.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|Spring city viewed from the hilltop

This photo was taken from the top of the hill overlooking Chidorigafuchi, with the cherry blossoms in full bloom, a small building, and a boat together.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|Chidorigafuchi: Where Classics Bring Solace

This photo captures the cherry blossoms in full bloom and boats gliding across the water from a classic photo spot at Chidorigafuchi.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|Rape blossoms and cherry blossoms, overlapping colors of spring

This photo shows Chidorigafuchi in the background with the rape blossoms in the foreground.
Year 2025

Chidorigafuchi|A gaze flowing beyond the blur

This photograph captures the appearance of a Somei-Yoshino cherry tree extending its branches toward the water's edge.
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