TRAVEL
The Mooka Steam Locomotive, Cherry Blossom, and Rape Blossom Highway
TRAVEL
2017
30 mins Episode(s): 1
english
Japanese
[Festivals of Japan Season 1]
Mooka, in Tochigi Prefecture, is a city that prides itself on its steam locomotive, cherry blossoms, and rape blossoms. Within the city, there is an area called "Sakuramachi," where 1,000 cherry blossom trees line the railway line. Every spring, the steam locomotive runs through a carpet of cherry and rape blossom petals, and the Sakuramachi Thousand Cherry Tree Festival is held. This episode details the festival that continues to grow along with its cherry blossom trees and the people of Sakuramachi, who try to preserve its tradition.
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Part of "Festivals of Japan - Season 1."
Mooka, in Tochigi Prefecture, is a city that prides itself on its steam locomotive, cherry blossoms, and rape blossoms. Within the city, there is an area called "Sakuramachi," where 1,000 cherry blossom trees line the railway line. Every spring, the steam locomotive runs through a carpet of cherry and rape blossom petals, and the Sakuramachi Thousand Cherry Tree Festival is held. This episode details the festival that continues to grow along with its cherry blossom trees and the people of Sakuramachi, who try to preserve its tradition.
Click here to preview the program!
Part of "Festivals of Japan - Season 1."
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