Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast 2024: When & Where to See Sakura (2024)

Sakura season is just around the corner, and Japan is calling!

Cecelia ChangFeb 16th, 2024

Cherry blossoms in Japan are just around the corner! During the 2024 cherry blossom season in Japan, travellers will be able to witness the enchanting pink flowers in full bloom — a phenomenon that occurs only once a year. If you’re travelling to Japan mainly for this, make sure to time your visit well so you get to indulge fully in the beauty of sakura!

Here’s when we can expect to see cherry blossoms in Japan in 2024, according to the latest data from Japan Meteorological Corporation. We have included the top flower-viewing spots for each destination, too!

Note: Below is the Japan cherry blossom 2024 forecast, as of 15 Feb 2024. We will be updating this article every time a new forecast is released.

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Best time and locations to see cherry blossoms in Japan in 2024

This Japan cherry blossom 2024 forecast includes 14 different regions in the country.

1. Tokyo

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Shinjuku Gyoen, Meguro River, Ueno Park, Yoyogi Park, Chidorigafuchi, Sumida Park, Rikugien Garden, Mohri Garden, Showa Memorial Park, The East Gardens of the Imperial Palace

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 23 Mar; Full bloom – 30 Mar

2. Hokkaido (Sapporo)

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Goryokaku Park, Maruyama Park, Matsumae Park, Odori Park, Moerenuma Park, Nakajima Park, Asahigaoka Park, Nijukken Road Cherry Blossoms

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 30 Apr; Full bloom – 4 May

3. Kyoto

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Himeji Castle, Arashiyama district, Toji Temple, Kyoto Botanical Gardens, the Philosopher’s Path, Maruyama Park, Ninna-ji Temple, Yoshimine-dera Temple, Daigoji Temple

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 24 Mar; Full bloom – 1 Apr

4. Osaka

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Osaka Castle Park, Settsukyo Park, Expo ’70 Commemorative Park, Satsukiyama Park, Kema Sakuranomiya Park, Osaka Mint Bureau, Kyu-Yodo River

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 25 Mar; Full bloom – 2 Apr

5. Aomori

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Ashino Park, Hirosaki Park, Higashi Park, Tsugaru Fujimi Lake Park, Mount Iwaki, Towada City Kanchogai-dori street

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 17 Apr; Full bloom – 22 Apr

6. Miyagi (Sendai)

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Funaoka Joshi Park, Hitome Senbonzakura, Shiogama Shrine, Mikamine Park, Tsutsujigaoka Park, Nakajimacho Park, Tohoku University Katahira Campus

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 4 Apr; Full bloom – 10 Apr

7. Ishikawa (Kanazawa)

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Kenrokuen Garden, Saigawa River Terrace, Kanazawa Castle Park, Kazue-machi Chaya district, Mount Utatsu, Rojo Park, Enuma Shrine

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 31 Mar; Full bloom – 6 Apr

8. Nagano

Where to view cherry blossoms: Ueda Castle Park, Takato Castle Park, Koboyama Koen, Oide Park, Suzaka Garyu Park, Matsumoto-jo Castle, Mount Kobo, Obuse Riverside Park

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 5 Apr; Full bloom – 11 Apr

9. Aichi (Nagoya)

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Nagoya Castle and Meijo Park, Okazaki Park, Four Seasons Road, Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens, Tsuruma Park, Arakogawa Park, Togokusan Fruits Park, Meiji Mura, Inuyama Castle, Gojo River

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 21 Mar; Full bloom – 31 Mar

Also read: 21 Unique Things to Do in Japan That You Can’t Do Anywhere Else

10. Wakayama

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Negoro-ji Temple, Kimii-dera Temple, Wakayama Castle, Heisogen Park

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 23 Mar; Full bloom – 31 Mar

11. Hiroshima

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Senkoji Park, Miyajima Island, Peace Memorial Park, Hiroshima Castle, Shukkeien Garden, Hijiyama Park, Shobara-Ueno Park, Tamayugawa River, Hikawa River, Matsue Castle, Kintaikyo Bridge, Tsuyama Castle,

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 24 Mar; Full bloom – 2 Apr

12. Kochi

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Mount Soda, Kagamino Park, Wakamiya Uemachi Park, Kochi Castle, Kure Osakadani Riverside, The Kochi Prefectural Makino Botanical Garden, Hyotan Sakura Park

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 20 Mar; Full bloom – 28 Mar

13. Fukuoka

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Uminonakamichi Seaside Park, Kokura Castle, Maizuru Park, Minami Park, Nishi Park, Ogi Park, Oka Castle Ruins, Nokonoshima Island Park

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 22 Mar; Full bloom – 31 Mar

14. Kagoshima

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Where to view cherry blossoms: Yoshino Park, Sengan-en Garden, Tadamoto Park, Kannongaike Citizen’s Forest, Hirakawa Zoo, Sakurajima Nature Dinosaur Park, Kotsuki River

When to view cherry blossoms: Flowering – 29 Mar; Full bloom – 8 Apr

Also read: 19 New Attractions in Japan to Check Out on Your Next Trip

So there you have it, the full list of where to see sakura in Japan in 2024 and when to see them. Which region are you planning to visit to admire the cherry blossoms in Japan this 2024? It’s not too early to plan your trip to Japan and visit these gorgeous places for sakura-watching! Stay tuned and follow our Facebook page for the latest updates, too.

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Cecelia Chang

Born in a new village in Selangor, Malaysia, Cecelia loves three things in life: Good food, good views, and good deals. She also enjoys exploring new places and experiencing new things on her travels.

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