London Cherry Blossom Spot Offers Taste of Japan Without Leaving UK
London Cherry Blossom Spot Offers Taste of Japan Without Leaving UK

A hidden cherry blossom path in northwest London has been described as 'like walking through Japan' by visitors. The spot, near Swiss Cottage, features a tunnel of pink blossoms that blooms for a few weeks each spring.

Digital content creator Rita Farhi shared a video on Instagram showcasing the 'hidden cherry blossom spot', calling it 'one of the prettiest' in London. She noted that the blossoms start pink and turn paler as they open.

Social media users praised the location, with comments calling it 'stunning', 'pretty', and 'beautiful'. One user asked for the exact location, while another said they had seen it and agreed it was beautiful.

The Natural History Museum notes that most cherry trees in the UK blossom in April, but mild winters can cause earlier flowering, sometimes in March or even February in sheltered London locations.