桜さくら狩がり

noun

cherry blossom viewing trip; going to see cherry blossoms

Refers to the act of going out to enjoy cherry blossoms, often involving a walk or excursion to scenic spots. Similar to 花見 but emphasizes the search or journey aspect.

• 週しゅう末まつに友ゆう人じんと桜さくら狩がりに出でかけた。

  I went cherry blossom viewing with a friend on the weekend.

• 桜さくら狩がりには少すこし早はやかったが、つぼみが膨ふくらみ始はじめていた。

  It was a bit early for cherry blossom viewing, but the buds were starting to swell.