The Osaka Mint "Sakura no Odori" was also cancelled.
Known as a famous spot for cherry blossoms, the "Missing Cherry Blossoms" of the Osaka Mint, which has been visited by many people every year, has been canceled due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, and the tree-lined road that is in full bloom is quiet.
Mint Bureau's "Sakura no Otome" in Kita-ku, Osaka is an annual spring event that has continued for over 130 years.
337 cherry trees of 136 varieties are planted along a tree-lined road that is about 560 meters long, and nearly 700,000 people visit the cherry blossom tunnel every year.
However, due to the spread of the new coronavirus infection, the public release has been canceled.
It was not held for four years from 1948 during World War II, but it is the first time it will be canceled after the war.
At the entrance of the Mint, a sign telling the cancellation is attached, and the bills and varieties that were supposed to be used are kept in the warehouse.
The varieties called "Kasugai" selected for "Flowers of the Year" had pale pink flowers in the quiet premises.
Some people look out for cherry blossoms from outside the Mint's grounds, and a woman in her 80s said, "When I pass by because I feel sorry for the cherry blossoms, I come to see them.
After all, it's beautiful from the outside. "
In addition, a woman in her 50s said, "I'm sorry because I came every year. I definitely want to see it next year."
Hidekatsu Watanabe (47) of the Mint, who has been in charge of preparing for the "Through the Cherry Blossoms" for almost 30 years, said, "I can't see this, so I'll do my best to maintain beautiful flowers next year." It was