Tokyo Language Fun Meetup

# 🌸 International Hanami Party in Kichijoji – March 29, 2026 🌸

“Kichijoji” is ranked No.1 in Tokyo as the most desirable place to live.
And in the heart of Kichijoji is the beautiful Inokashira Park, a favorite relaxation spot for local residents.
We will hold an International Hanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing) Party there!
Hanami is one of Japan’s most beloved spring traditions.
Let’s celebrate the arrival of spring together in one of Tokyo’s best cherry blossom locations, surrounded by great international friends!
Inokashira Park is famous for its beautiful sakura and is one of the most popular cherry blossom spots in Tokyo.
Before COVID, our group held this event every year with more than 100 participants, and volunteers even secured spots from late night or early morning trains to make it happen!
It’s rare to enjoy hanami with an open international community in such a perfect location, so we would love for you to join us!
According to the latest cherry blossom forecast, the flowers are expected to be in full bloom on the day of the event!

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# 🍶 Welcome Sake!

As a special bonus, the organizer will provide a very rare local sake from Akita called “Yaotome”, which is normally only available locally in Akita.
We will also share Taiwanese snacks (the organizer recently visited Taiwan!).
First come, first served!
(Honestly, one glass of this sake is already worth the participation fee 😄)

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# 🍱 Potluck Style

Hanami is all about relaxing, eating, and drinking under the cherry blossoms.
Please bring your own food and drinks that you would like to enjoy.

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# 😊 Friendly & Relaxed Atmosphere

This is a friendly international social event where everyone can talk and enjoy meeting new people.
Even if this is your first time joining, don’t worry!
Our staff will help make sure everyone feels comfortable and can easily connect with others.

🌸 The photos used on this event page are from our previous cherry blossom events in Kichijoji, so you can get a sense of the atmosphere!

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# 👥 Limited to 50 People

Because it can be difficult to predict how much space we can secure in the park, we are limiting participation to 50 people in total (including participants from other platforms).

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# 🍻 After-Party (Optional – 15 People)

After the hanami, we will also have a second gathering at a café where we usually host our Meetup events.
Details on how to join the after-party are listed below.

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# 📅 Event Details

Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Inokashira Park
(About a 5-minute walk from JR Kichijoji Station or Keio Inokashira Line)
The exact meeting spot inside the park will be posted on the event wall once the location is secured.
Capacity: 50 people (may change depending on space)
Cancellation:
Free cancellation until 2 days before the event, so feel free to reserve your spot!
Joining late or leaving early is totally fine.

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# 💰 Participation Fee

1,000 yen
Early reservation discount:
If you book by March 22 → 500 yen (50% OFF)

### What the fee covers

• Meetup platform usage fees
• Picnic sheets (for reserving space)
• Food / accommodation for volunteers who secure the location (if needed)
• Yaotome — a rare sake from Akita that is mostly only available locally and is very difficult to find in Tokyo.
• Taiwanese snacks
• Other event supplies

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# 🎒 What to Bring

Please bring:

• Your own lunch / food
• Your own drinks
• Optional: your own picnic sheet

(We will have picnic sheets, but keeping them clean for everyone can be difficult, especially if you are wearing nice clothes.)

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# 🍻 After-Party Details

Time: 4:00 PM (after the hanami ends)
Location: Niche Cafe
Price: 1,000 yen
(Special menu – drinks not included)
Capacity: First 15 people

### How to reserve

Please send an email with the following information:
Subject:
Kichijoji Hanami 🎶 After-Party Reservation
Example:
Name: Hiroki Kuroda
Nationality: Japan
How did you hear about this event?: Facebook / Friend / etc.
Facebook name: Takkun Okky
Send to:
kichijojimingle@gmail.com

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# ⚠️ Important Notes

Even if it’s sunny, you will be sitting outside for several hours, so it can get surprisingly cold.
Please come dressed warmly (winter-style clothing recommended).

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# ☔ In Case of Rain

If it rains:
• If the cherry blossoms are still blooming the following weekend (around April 4), the event will be rescheduled.
• If the blossoms have already fallen, we will instead hold an international social gathering at our regular Meetup café.

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# 🚫 Rules

To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone, the following are not allowed:

• Participation for picking up / flirting purposes
• Recruiting for MLM, religion, or other organizations
• Participation primarily for business promotion

Thank you for your cooperation so that everyone can enjoy the event comfortably.