Hokkaido
Asahiyama Park
Best viewing time early to the middle of May
From early to mid-May, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, you can admire the 3,500 Ezo-Yamazakura cherry blossom trees and Asian fawnlilies.
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Goryokaku Park
Best viewing time late April to the middle of May
Approximately 1,530 Someiyoshino cherry blossom trees blanket the perimeter of the Goryokaku Ruins, a national special historic site.
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Tohoku
Ashino Park
Best viewing time ate April to early May
Many people flock to see the retro Tsugaru Railway trains rolling through rows of cherry blossoms in full bloom on both sides of the tracks.
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Hirosaki Park
Best viewing time the middle of April to early of May
One of Japan’s most famous cherry blossom spots. The sight of petals fluttering down after full bloom, blanketing the surface of the water in the outer moat of Hirosaki Castle, is truly spectacular.
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The World’s Longest Cherry-Lined Road (Mt. Iwaki Cherry Blossoms)
Best viewing time late April to early May
A 20-kilometer-long row of cherry blossoms located 200 to 450 meters above sea level, at the foot of Mt. Iwaki. The rows of cherry blossom trees blooming with the still snow-covered Mt. Iwaki in the background is a breathtaking sight.
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Takamatsu Park
Best viewing time the middle of April to early May
A breathtaking scene of cherry blossoms with the snow-capped Mt. Iwate in the background, and their reflection mirrored on the serene pond.
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Kakunodate Samurai Residence Area/Hinokinaigawa-Tsutsumi
Best viewing time late April to early May
Kakunodate was part of a flourishing castle town during the Edo period. The weeping cherry blossom trees contrasted with the black walls of the samurai residences are a magnificent sight.
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Kanto
Shizumine Furusato Park
Best viewing time the middle to late April
Approximately 2,000 double-flowering cherry blossom trees blanket the park’s natural rolling hills, creating a truly spectacular sight when they reach full bloom.
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Hojo Oike Pond
Best viewing time late March to early April
A famous cherry blossom spot with approximately 250 Someiyoshino cherry blossom trees blooming in unison. The pale pink cherry blossoms reflected on the water against the backdrop of Mt. Tsukuba are a spectacular sight.
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Nikko Kaido Cherry Blossom Trail
Best viewing time the middle of April
One of Japan’s longest rows of cherry blossom trees, stretching approximately 16 kilometers. The tunnel created by approximately 1,500 wild cherry blossom trees is of otherworldly beauty.
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Nagatoro
Best viewing time the middle to late April
Located in northwestern Saitama Prefecture, Nagatoro offers many cherry blossom viewing spots, and in the spring, the entire town is tinted with cherry blossoms.
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Izumi Nature Park
Best viewing time late March to the middle of April
A vast park with approximately 1,500 cherry blossom trees of 20 varieties. You can admire around 300 cherry blossom trees, from Someiyoshino to Yamazakura, spread across the spacious lawn.
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Narita Sakuranoyama Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
Perched on a small hill next to Narita Airport, Narita Sakuranoyama Park is a popular photography spot where you can capture stunning shots of cherry blossoms in full bloom alongside airplanes taking off and landing.
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Sumida Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
Cherry blossom trees line both banks of the Sumida River, and you can enjoy the flowers in full bloom as you stroll down the promenade.
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Ueno Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
A popular cherry blossom viewing spot with around 1,200 cherry blossom trees along walkways and throughout the park.
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Kamanofuchi Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
A park right in front of Kamenoi Hotel Ome Approximately 250 meters of cherry blossom trees line the Tama River.
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Iiyama Kannon (Chokoku-ji Temple)/Iiyama Hakusan Forest Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
The 600-meter approach to Iiyama Hakusan Forest Park is lined with cherry blossom trees, and around 3,000 trees bloom all together with those inside the park.
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Chubu
Takada Castle Site Park
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
The illumination of the three-story turrets of Takada Castle and the cherry blossoms illuminated by bonbori lanterns create a magical scene that is reflected on the water in the moat.
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Kenroku-en Garden
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
Kenroku-en Garden, alongside Kairaku-en Garden and Koraku-en Garden, is one of Japan’s three most famous gardens. Approximately 400 cherry blossom trees bloom along the stream and throughout the garden.
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Asuwa River Cherry Blossoms/Asuwayama Park
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
About 600 cherry blossom trees line the banks of the Asuwa River, which flows through central Fukui City, creating a breathtaking walk through a cherry blossom tunnel that is often hailed as the best in Japan.
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Arakurayama Sengen Park
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
Located on Mt. Arakura, the observation deck offers a stunning view of Mt. Fuji and cherry blossoms seen over the five-story pagoda (Chureito).
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Sakura no Sato Park
Best viewing time the middle of March to the middle of April
Around 1,500 cherry blossom trees of about 40 varieties blanket the western foot of Mt. Omuro, offering an extended cherry blossom season from late September to May.
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Kawazu Cherry Blossoms along the Kawazu River
Best viewing time early February to early March
Enjoy the beauty of early-blooming cherry blossoms at various spots, including 850 Kawazu cherry blossom trees lining a stunning 4-kilometer stretch along the Kawazu River.
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Tsuruma Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
Admire various expressions of cherry blossoms, from those illuminated at night to those reflected on the surface of water.
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Kinki
Ho Park (Nagahama Castle)
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
About 600 Someiyoshino cherry blossom trees bloom around the Nagahama Castle History Museum built on the shore of Lake Biwa. The view of cherry blossoms in full bloom from the observatory is simply spectacular.
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Hikone Castle
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
Approximately 1,100 cherry blossom trees bloom along the moat of Hikone Castle, a national treasure, creating a breathtaking scene where the blossoms harmonize with the castle’s stone and white walls.
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Arashiyama
Best viewing time late March to early April
Arashiyama is famous for its cherry blossoms and autumn leaves. The soft crimson landscape unfolding over Togetsukyo Bridge creates a breathtaking scene that is iconic of spring.
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Omuro Sakura (Ninna-ji Temple)
Best viewing time early to the middle of April
The Omuro Sakura cherry blossom trees bloom to the west of the central gate of Ninna-ji Temple, the head temple of the Omuro school of the Shingon sect of Buddhism. The view with the five-story pagoda, an important cultural asset, in the background, is truly spectacular.
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The Japan Mint Sakura-no-toorinuke
Best viewing time the middle of April
Many people flock every year to the Japan Mint Sakura-no-toorinuke. It opens to the public for a limited period each year during the cherry blossom season (advance reservation required).
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HOTEL MYSTAYS Midosuji Honmachi
Osaka Castle Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
Around 3,000 cherry blossom trees blanket Osaka Castle and its surrounding park. The Nishinomaru Garden, with its plum grove featuring approximately 1,270 trees, also draws many visitors.
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Expo’70 Commemorative Park
Best viewing time early April
Approximately 5,500 cherry blossom trees of 9 varieties bloom in the Expo’70 Commemorative Park. Throughout the park, painted in pink, you’ll find many picturesque spots, including the rows of cherry blossom trees lining Higashiooji.
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Koriyama Castle Ruins
Best viewing time late March to early April
A hanami spot where you can gaze at the beautiful Koriyama Castle ruins and cherry blossoms reflected on the water. From the castle tower observation deck, you can enjoy a panorama of cherry blossom trees in full bloom throughout the castle ruins.
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Nara Park
Best viewing time late March to early May
A vast park with one of Nara’s World Heritage sites. Various varieties of cherry blossom trees bloom during a long season from mid-February to early May.
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Chugoku
Peace Memorial Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
The cherry blossoms along the old Ota River are a highlight, and you can enjoy the full bloom from a water cab or sightseeing boat on the river.
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Shikoku
Kotohiki Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
The approximately 200 Someiyoshino cherry blossom trees in full bloom, set against a backdrop of over 2,000 old pine trees, create a magnificent sight.
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Matsuyama Castle (Shiroyama Park)
Best viewing time late March to early April
The breathtaking combination of Matsuyama Castle—one of Japan’s 12 remaining castle towers, built over 400 years ago—and the cherry blossoms in full bloom draws many visitors.
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Makino Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
Various cherry blossom tree varieties, including the Oshimazakura, named by world-renowned botanist Tomitaro Makino, as well as the Usuzumizakura and the Yamazakura, bloom in full splendor.
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Kochi Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
A park situated on a hill where Kochi Castle, one of Japan’s top 100 castles, stands. We highly recommend the cherry blossoms in the plaza where the Sannomaru Palace once stood.
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Kagamino Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
The approximately 200-meter-long cherry blossom tunnel that lines both sides of the walkway is the highlight. We also recommend viewing the cherry blossoms while picnicking on the lawn.
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Kyushu
Maizuru Park
Best viewing time late March to early April
The view of Fukuoka’s cityscape from the Fukuoka Castle tower, combined with the cherry blossoms blanketing the area in pink, is truly spectacular.
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Kumamoto Castle
Best viewing time late March to early April
Kumamoto Castle is one of Japan’s three most famous castles. The cherry blossoms in full bloom against the jet-black Kumamoto Castle create an exceptionally beautiful scene.
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