(さくらなみき)

さくらなみき
noun
row of cherry trees
plant-treenature
1. row of cherry trees, cherry tree-lined road
A road or path lined with cherry blossom trees on one or both sides. A common and beloved sight in Japan, especially during spring when the trees are in full bloom.
桜並木(さくらなみき)散歩(さんぽ)する
To take a walk along the row of cherry trees.
この(とお)桜並木(さくらなみき)有名(ゆうめい)だ。
The cherry tree-lined avenue on this street is famous.
Walking under a row of cherry trees in full bloom, the petals flutter down like snow.

Cultural note

桜並木(さくらなみき) is one of the most iconic springtime sights in Japan. Many rivers, parks, and streets are lined with cherry trees, and these locations become popular spots for 花見(はなみ) (cherry blossom viewing) in spring.

Famous 桜並木(さくらなみき) locations include the 目黒川(めぐろがわ) in Tokyo and 哲学(てつがく)(みち) in Kyoto.

Etymology

(さくら) (cherry blossom) + 並木(なみき) (row of trees along a road).