Japan's Cherry Blossom Spots] 2024 Must-Visit Tokyo + Osaka Attractions Recommendation! With Cherry Blossom Forecast

Cherry blossom season is just around the corner, check out the best cherry blossom viewing spots in 2024! Our editor has compiled the latest cherry blossom forecasts, sightseeing spots, and transportation tips to help you plan an unforgettable Japan cherry blossom trip right away!

Japan Meteorological Corporation's Flowering Forecast

Japan Weather News Cherry Blossom Forecast (Source: Weather News) According to Japan Meteorological Holdings' prediction, most areas' cherry blossoms are expected to bloom similar to last year, including popular cherry blossom spots like Tokyo and Osaka. However, places like Nagano, Nagoya, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Kochi, and Kagoshima are predicted to have their cherry blossoms bloom 3 to 5 days earlier than usual! These areas will reach full bloom within 5 to 10 days after the initial blooming, marking the best time for cherry blossom viewing! On the other hand, Japan Weather News predicts that cherry blossoms in Fukuoka, Tokyo, and Osaka will start to bloom around mid-March! Overall, it is predicted that cherry blossoms across Japan will bloom earlier than last year. Here's a breakdown of the predicted cherry blossom blooming dates for various locations in Japan: | Location | Japan Meteorological Holdings | Weather News | |---|---|---| | Sapporo | May 1st | April 18th | | Aomori | April 19th | April 10th | | Sendai | April 6th | April 1st | | Tokyo | March 22nd | March 17th | | Kanazawa | March 31st | March 27th | | Nagano | April 5th | April 11th | | Nagoya | March 20th | March 19th | | Kyoto | March 23rd | March 22nd | | Osaka | March 25th | March 22nd | | Hiroshima | March 22nd | March 20th | | Kochi | March 19th | March 19th | | Fukuoka | March 22nd | March 16th | | Kagoshima | March 27th | March 25th |

Ueno Park is Japan's first park, with over a thousand cherry blossom trees planted inside. During the cherry blossom season, the park presents a sea of pink flowers. The "Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival" is one of the most grand cherry blossom celebration events in all of Japan. The cherry blossom avenue within the park is definitely a must-see attraction. You can stroll under the blooming cherry trees and feel the romantic atmosphere of cherry petals falling, as if you were in a fairyland! In addition, Ueno Park also holds a lighting ceremony at night during the cherry blossom season, creating a very romantic atmosphere!

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Coming to Tokyo, you absolutely must not miss the cherry blossom viewing spot "Shinjuku Gyoen"! As Tokyo's largest Japanese garden in the city center, Shinjuku Gyoen is planted with a variety of plants and has small bridges and ponds, full of rich Japanese charm. The biggest feature of viewing cherry blossoms at Shinjuku Gyoen is its "diversity". The garden is planted with many varieties of cherry blossoms, including winter cherry blossom, Somei Yoshino cherry blossom, Yoshino cherry blossom, Kanzakura cherry blossom, Oshima cherry blossom, and more.

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Meguro River is one of the most popular cherry blossom viewing spots recently. When the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, they form an extra-long pink tunnel, with flowers cascading down from the trees towards the river, like a beautiful waterfall of cherry blossoms. Especially famous is the Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival, known for its "night cherry blossoms." The illuminated cherry blossoms create a dreamy scene. Taking a walk along Meguro River at night is definitely an incredibly happy experience!

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Osaka Castle Park is located in the central district of Osaka Prefecture. Besides historical buildings like the main tower, it also has many spots for flower viewing. Nishinomaru Garden is one of them, with about 300 cherry blossom trees that allow you to enjoy the beautiful sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom during spring. Additionally, the park boasts around 1270 plum trees encompassing 100 different varieties, allowing you to appreciate colorful flower scenery in other seasons. Every spring and autumn, the park also hosts a flower and tree market, letting visitors admire even more diverse types of flowers. Furthermore, Nishinomaru Garden organizes night cherry blossom viewing events, immersing you in a dreamy landscape of cherry blossoms at night. Osaka Castle Park offers beautiful scenery year-round, providing visitors with a unique floral experience in each season.

The Expo Memorial Park was established to host the 1970 Japan World Exposition. The park's "Natural Cultural Garden" is built based on the concept of a natural forest and mountain village, with its center being the "Tower of the Sun" designed by Taro Okamoto. During cherry blossom season, approximately 5,500 cherry trees bloom in the park, creating a magnificent view. In addition to this, the park also features other facilities such as a Japanese garden and the National Museum of Ethnology for visitors to explore. Furthermore, the park provides hot springs, restaurants, and accommodations, allowing visitors to enjoy more leisure facilities. The Expo Memorial Park combines natural scenery and cultural facilities, offering visitors a rich and diverse experience.