Where to See the Best Wisteria Blooms in Japan This Spring

"At Tokyo's Kameido Tenjin Shrine I saw lavender-colored wisteria raining down in bunches over trellises that hang above a pond that beautifully reflects the display; the wisteria were planted during the Edo period (1603–1867), the shrine's wisteria festival typically runs from mid-April through the end of the month, and admission is free." - Talia Avakian Talia Avakian Talia Avakian is a lifestyle reporter based in Los Angeles with a love for outdoor excursions, off-the-beaten-path local finds, remote and historic hotels, and innovations in food. She was previously the digital news reporter for Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines