All You Need to Know About the Japan Cherry Blossom Season in 2025
Late March to Early May • City-by-city bloom dates • Local viewing spots
2025 Japan Cherry Blossom Season Forecast
Top Viewing Locations
Must-Visit Spots
Ueno Park, Tokyo
1,200 cherry trees line the main path. Best early morning or evening.
- Hours: 5:00 – 23:00
- Entry: Free
- Station: Ueno
Philosopher’s Path, Kyoto
2km path with hundreds of cherry trees. Less crowded than central Kyoto.
- Hours: Always open
- Entry: Free
- Station: Ginkakuji-michi
Mount Yoshino
30,000 cherry trees across the mountain slopes. UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Hours: Always open
- Entry: Free
- Station: Yoshino
Hirosaki Castle
2,600 trees surround the castle. Famous for petal-filled moat.
- Hours: 9:00 – 17:00
- Entry: ¥320
- Station: Hirosaki
Local Tips
Time Your Visit
- Book accommodation 3-4 months ahead
- Peak bloom lasts about 7 days
- Check weather forecasts week before
Viewing Spots
- Go early morning (before 8:00) to avoid crowds
- Night viewing (yozakura) starts at sunset
- Popular parks fill up by 10:00 on weekends
What to Bring
- Picnic sheet (sold at 100 yen shops)
- Light jacket (evenings get cold)
- Camera with wide-angle lens
Getting Around
Rail Passes
- JR Pass: ¥29,650 (7 days)
- Regional passes available
- Book passes before arriving in Japan
Local Transport
- IC cards work on most trains/buses
- Google Maps shows accurate schedules
- Taxis expensive but convenient
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