100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan: A Tour of Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots Nationwide
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"100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan" is a list of 100 cherry blossom viewing spots across Japan, selected in 1990 by the Japan Cherry Blossom Association (a public interest incorporated foundation) to commemorate its 25th anniversary. Based on nine selection criteria, at least one spot was chosen from each prefecture, covering all 47 prefectures. This list compiles 100 spots by region, from Hokkaido to Kyushu and Okinawa. Please use it to plan your trips to castle ruins, riverside cherry tree-lined streets, temples and shrines, parks, and more.
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Hokkaido
A cherry tree-lined street in Shinhidaka Town, Hokkaido, selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. Blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Tohoku
A park in Hirosaki City, Aomori Prefecture, selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. Viewing periods and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
A prefectural natural park in Goshogawara City, Aomori Prefecture, selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season varies each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
A castle ruins park in Ogawara Town, Miyagi Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan, where the castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms. Viewing periods and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
A park in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A cherry blossom embankment along the Hinokinai River in Semboku City, Akita Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. Blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
A park in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata Prefecture, selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan. Viewing periods and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
Castle ruins park in Tsuruga Castle, Aizuwakamatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Kasumigajo Park in Nihommatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture. The castle ruins, which have been developed into the Nihommatsu Castle ruins, are colored with cherry blossoms and are one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
A famous spot in Miharu Town, Fukushima Prefecture, known for its weeping cherry trees. It has been selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The viewing period and illumination schedule vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
Kanto
Kamine Park in Hitachi City, Ibaraki Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
A park in Naka City, Ibaraki Prefecture, and a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A cherry tree lined avenue along the Nikko Kaido that runs through Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Tairasan Prefectural Natural Park in Tochigi City, Tochigi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The viewing period and illumination schedule vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
Akagi Nanmen Senbonzakura in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan, with a long avenue of cherry trees. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Sakurayama Park in Fujioka City, Gunma Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Omiya Park in Omiya City, Saitama Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Kumagaya Sakura Tsutsumi in Kumagaya City, Saitama Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan, a cherry tree lined embankment along the river. The viewing period and illumination schedule vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
A scenic spot in Nagatoro Town, Saitama Prefecture, known as a cherry blossom viewing spot. It is one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Izumi Nature Park in Chiba City, Chiba Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Shimizu Park in Noda City, Chiba Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Mobara Park in Mobara City, Chiba Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The viewing period and illumination schedule vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden in Shinjuku Ward, Tokyo. It is selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan as a cherry blossom viewing spot in the heart of the city. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Ueno Onshi Park in Taito Ward, Tokyo. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Sumida Park in Sumida Ward, Tokyo. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and best viewing times vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Inokashira Park in Musashino City, Tokyo. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Koganei Park in Koganei City, Tokyo. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts slightly each year. Please check the official information for blooming status before visiting.
Prefectural Mitsuke Park in Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best cherry blossom viewing times vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Mt. Kinugasa Park in Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and best viewing times vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Odawara Castle Ruins Park in Odawara City, Kanagawa Prefecture. The castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Chubu
A row of cherry trees along the Okozu Diversion Channel in Tsubame City, Niigata Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts slightly each year. Please check the official information for blooming status before visiting.
Muramatsu Park in Gosen City, Niigata Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best cherry blossom viewing times vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Takada Castle Ruins Park in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. The castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and best viewing times vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Matsukawa Park in Toyama City, Toyama Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Takaoka Castle Ruins Park in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture. This park, developed on the castle ruins, is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts slightly each year. Please check the official information for blooming status before visiting.
Kenrokuen Garden, a Japanese garden in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best cherry blossom viewing times vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A row of cherry trees along the Asuwa River flowing through Fukui City, Fukui Prefecture. It is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and best viewing times vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Kasumiga Castle Park in Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture. The castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Daishihōshi Park in Fujikawa Town, Yamanashi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The cherry blossom viewing season shifts slightly each year. Please check the official information for blooming status before visiting.
Garyu Park in Suzaka City, Nagano Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The best cherry blossom viewing times vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Kaiyo Park in Komoro City, Nagano Prefecture. This park, developed on the ruins of Komoro Castle, is one of the 100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. The blooming and best viewing times vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Takato Castle Ruins Park, located in Ina City, Nagano Prefecture. The castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms, and it is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
A cherry blossom embankment along the Shinkyo River in Kakamigahara City, Gifu Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom viewing period shifts each year. Please check the official websites for blooming information before you go.
Bokushin Park, located in Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture. It is known for the Bokushinzakura cherry tree and is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing time for the cherry blossoms varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Kasamagadani, a valley in Ikeda Town, Gifu Prefecture, known as a cherry blossom viewing spot. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and best viewing periods fluctuate, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Sakura no Sato, located in Ito City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Fuji Reien, located in Oyama Town, Shizuoka Prefecture. It is known for its cherry tree-lined avenues and is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom viewing period shifts each year. Please check the official websites for blooming information before you go.
Shikinomichi, a promenade along the Yamazaki River in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing time for the cherry blossoms varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Tsurumai Park, located in Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and best viewing periods fluctuate, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Okazaki Park, located in Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
A cherry tree-lined avenue along the Gojo River flowing through Iwakura City, Aichi Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom viewing period shifts each year. Please check the official websites for blooming information before you go.
Kinki
Santake, a famous spot in Tsu City, Mie Prefecture, known for its cherry tree-lined avenues. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing time for the cherry blossoms varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A cherry blossom embankment along the Miyagawa River in Ise City, Mie Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and best viewing periods fluctuate, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Yutaka Park, located in Nagahama City, Shiga Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Kaizu Osaki, a scenic spot in Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture, known for its continuous cherry tree-lined avenues. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom viewing period shifts each year. Please check the official websites for blooming information before you go.
Arashiyama, a scenic spot in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, famous as a cherry blossom viewing location. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The best viewing time for the cherry blossoms varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A cherry blossom viewing spot in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, known for its Omurozakura cherry blossoms. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and best viewing periods fluctuate, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Daigoji Temple, located in Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture, is known for its cherry blossoms. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Kasagiyama Natural Park in Kasagi Town, Kyoto Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The cherry blossom season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
The Mint Bureau, located in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, is famous for its Cherry Blossom Tunnel. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times for cherry blossoms vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Osaka Castle Park in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, which boasts Osaka Castle. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The blooming and best viewing periods vary, so checking the official information before your visit is recommended.
Expo '70 Commemorative Park in Suita City, Osaka Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Himeji Castle, a castle located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan," adorned with cherry blossoms. The cherry blossom season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Akashi Park in Akashi City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times for cherry blossoms vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
A riverside green space stretching along the Shukugawa River in Nishinomiya City, Hyogo Prefecture. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The blooming and best viewing periods vary, so checking the official information before your visit is recommended.
Nara Park in Nara City, Nara Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Koriyamajo Castle Ruins Park in Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture. The castle ruins are adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The cherry blossom season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Mount Yoshino in Yoshino Town, Nara Prefecture, is a mountain famous for its cherry blossoms. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times for cherry blossoms vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Kimiidera Temple, located in Wakayama City, Wakayama Prefecture, is known for its cherry blossoms. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The blooming and best viewing periods vary, so checking the official information before your visit is recommended.
Negoro-ji Temple, located in Iwade City, Wakayama Prefecture, is known for its cherry blossoms. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
Nanakawa Dam in Kusegawa Town, Wakayama Prefecture. The lakeside is adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The cherry blossom season shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
Chugoku
Hisamatsu Park in Tottori City, Tottori Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times for cherry blossoms vary by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Utsubuki Park in Kurayoshi City, Tottori Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom spot selected as one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The blooming and best viewing periods vary, so checking the official information before your visit is recommended.
Matsue Castle Mountain Park in Matsue City, Shimane Prefecture, which boasts Matsue Castle. It is one of the "100 Famous Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan." The best viewing times and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official websites for the latest information.
A row of cherry trees along the Hiigawa riverbank in Unnan City, Shimane Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year. Please check the official website for the latest blooming information before you go.
Tsuruyama Park in Tsuyama City, Okayama Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status before visiting.
Senkoji Park in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before your visit.
Ueno Park in Shobara City, Hiroshima Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The viewing season and illuminations vary each year. Please check the official information for the latest updates.
Tokiwa Park in Ube City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year. Please check the official website for the latest blooming information before you go.
Kikko Park in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status before visiting.
Shikoku
Seibu Park in Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before your visit.
Kotohiki Park in Kanonji City, Kagawa Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The viewing season and illuminations vary each year. Please check the official information for the latest updates.
Shiroyama Park in Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture. Spreading across Shiroyama, it is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year. Please check the official website for the latest blooming information before you go.
Kagamiike Park in Kami City, Kochi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status before visiting.
Makino Park in Sakawa Town, Kochi Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before your visit.
Kyushu/Okinawa
Nishi Park in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The viewing season and illuminations vary each year. Please check the official information for the latest updates.
Ogi Park in Ogi City, Saga Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year. Please check the official website for the latest blooming information before you go.
Omura Park in Omura City, Nagasaki Prefecture. It is a cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status before visiting.
Kumamoto Castle, a castle in Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture. Adorned with cherry blossoms, it is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before your visit.
The "Cherry Tree Line" in Minamata City, Kumamoto Prefecture, is a row of cherry trees. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The viewing season and illuminations vary each year. Please check the official information for the latest updates.
Ichifusa Dam in Mizukami Village, Kumamoto Prefecture. The lakeside is adorned with cherry blossoms, making it one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies each year. Please check the official website for the latest blooming information before you go.
Okajo Park, located in Takeda City, Oita Prefecture. It is a park created from the Okajo ruins and is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom season varies by year, so please check the official information for the latest blooming status.
Mochio-Sekinoo Prefectural Natural Park, located in Miyakonojo City, Miyazaki Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The blooming and viewing periods vary, so it is recommended to check the official information before visiting.
Tadamoto Park, located in Isa City, Kagoshima Prefecture. It is a renowned cherry blossom viewing spot selected as one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The viewing period and illuminations vary by year. Please check the official information for each location for the latest updates.
Nago Castle, a castle ruin known as a cherry blossom viewing spot, located in Nago City, Okinawa Prefecture. It is one of Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Viewing Sites. The cherry blossom viewing period shifts each year. Please check the official information for each location before visiting.
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