Cherry Blossom Season 2026: When & Where to See Sakura
Peak bloom forecasts and the best viewing spots.
2026 Cherry Blossom Forecast
Sakura season typically runs from late March to mid-April, moving from south to north. Here are the expected peak bloom dates:
- Fukuoka: Late March
- Kyoto: Early April
- Tokyo: Late March โ Early April
- Sendai: Mid April
- Hokkaido: Late April โ Early May
Best Viewing Spots
Tokyo
Shinjuku Gyoen (ยฅ500 entry, peaceful), Ueno Park (free, lively hanami parties), Meguro River (Instagram-famous canal lined with cherry trees).
Kyoto
Philosopher's Path (scenic walk), Maruyama Park (Kyoto's most famous weeping cherry), Kiyomizu-dera (temple + sakura views).
Osaka
Osaka Castle Park (700+ trees around the castle), Kema Sakuranomiya Park (riverside walking path).
Hanami Essentials
For a proper hanami (cherry blossom viewing) picnic, grab a blue tarp from Daiso, bento boxes from a konbini, and some canned drinks. Arrive early for the best spots.
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