Question
I’m planning to visit Japan during the cherry blossom season. I heard there’s a custom of enjoying cherry blossoms with a picnic. How do I ask someone, “Do you want to go see the cherry blossoms?” in Japanese?
Japango Editor Team
一緒（いっしょ）にお花見（はなみ）に行きませんか。
Issho ni o-hanami ni ikimasen ka?
Do you want to go see the cherry blossoms together?
In Japan, “hanami” (花見) refers to the tradition of enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms in spring. The phrase “issho ni” means “together,” and “ikimasen ka” is a polite way to invite someone or suggest going somewhere. By using this expression, you can invite someone to join you for a cherry blossom viewing adventure.
Feel free to use this pattern “issho ni activity ni ikimasen ka?” for other activities to make plans with friends or acquaintances.
