Varieties of cherry trees bloom at different intervals throughout march and april at various locations. The last cherry blossoms in japan 2020 to open are expected to be in hokkaido. Popular cherryblossom viewing hanami spot ranking tokyo east area 1. Although japan cherry blossom 2021 is taking place a few months before the rescheduled tokyo 2021 olympics assuming they take place at all, tokyo is nonetheless high on many lists of wouldbe hanami goers in 2021. As a cosmopolis, tokyo is home to delicacies from all over the world. In the subtropical islands of okinawa in the south, cherry blossoms begin blooming in midjanuary, with the best viewing time around early february.
In japan, the brief cherry blossom season means so much more than flowers. Here are the details on where and when you can catch the cherry blossoms in bloom if youre planning to make the trip to japan this year. Admiring the flowers fleeting beauty is a practice that dates back over a thousand years. So, if you are set on trying to being here for the blossoms, when should you travel. The bloom starts as early as january in southern locations like okinawa, and as late as may all the way up north in hokkaido. In most major cities in between, such as tokyo, kyoto and osaka, the cherry blossom season typically takes place in early april. Make the most of japans cherry blossom season kichi japan. Regardless of when you come to japan to see cherry blossoms, you should expect the socalled cherry blossom front to start moving from the south kyushu and shikoku islands, northward and eastward across japan until late april or early may, when the last sakura blossoms in hokkaido will fall to the ground. Think in terms of weeks with peak bloom often lasting just a few days and not months. For other areas, official cherry blossom forecast dates for 2020 were last updated on march 12, 2020. With that said, cherry blossom season remains a coveted time to visit japan.
While cherry blossoms usually bloom as early as midmarch in the southwestern parts of japan, places in the tohoku area will celebrate their floral spectacle until the end of april. March 9, 2020 date of first bloom in tokyo is on march 14 and full bloom will be on march 22, according to the fourth forecast of weather map japan. If you plan to travel japan in this spring, see the best cherry blossoms in the best way. T heres never a bad time to visit japan, but one of the most popular times to travel to the country is during cherry blossom season. The harbinger of this change of season is the cherry blossom tree. Tokyo cherry blossom 20192020 japanese cherry blossom festival. The peak bloom is supposed to start during the end marchfirst week of april and lasts almost till the end of aprilmay in certain parts of japan. Many tourists were not able to take a trip to japan during this hanami season.
This year, the yoshino cherry trees are expected to blossom slightly earlier than usual across japan based on. Best cherry blossom hotels in tokyo, japan telegraph travel. For 2019, japan meteorological corporation jmcs forecast for tokyo puts first bloom at the 22nd of march, with the best sakura viewing times right around the 29th of march. What to eat in tokyo in cherry blossom season japan cherry.
Cherry blossom season in tokyo, japan notes of nomads. Cherry blossoms usually bloom only for 2 weeks of the year in a particular region. The entire 3,000kmlong country turns topsyturvy with lots of hanami or flower viewing picnics taking place underneath the spectacular cherry trees. The tokyo metropolitan government has urged residents to refrain from joining parties at parks during the famed cherry blossom season, in the latest disruption caused by concerns over the new. Mar 25, 2020 osaka, japan normally the start of the cherry blossom season in osaka castle park in osaka, japan, would be greeted by crowds of tourists walking up the paths and gates to see the its cherry. After the bitterness of winter, the cherry blossoms herald warmth and hope. Cherry blossom season japan 2020 travel begins at 40. Japan s most popular tourist city tokyo has numbers of nice spots to view cherry blossoms in full bloom. Thanks to okinawas subtropical climate, the first blossoms of the country can be seen here. Apr 02, 2018 what are cherry blossoms really like in tokyo, japan. As japan s national flower, the cherry blossomor sakura, as its known in japaneseis celebrated for its symbolism, its. Apart from traditional japanese cuisine like sushi, ramen, udon, soba, etc.
One of the most popular parks for hanami cherry blossom parties in tokyo, ueno park was originally part of kaneiji temple, which was one of the largest and wealthiest temples and a family temple of the. Mar, 2020 in other words, the 2020 tokyo sakura season is just around the corner. The pink and white flowers found decorating the branches of sakura trees are utterly gorgeous, and its hard to not want to see them in all of their beauty. May 10, 2020 japan cherry blossom for 2020 has ended. I had attended our local cherry blossom festival which unfortunately had to go ahead without the guest of honor. If you want to visit japan, make sure you watch it and start planning your trip for next year. Please enjoy the beautiful japanese cherry blossoms at various locations in tokyo.
This year, the sakura season was badly impacted by covid19. On japans southern, subtropical islands of okinawa, cherry blossoms open as early as january, while on the northern island of hokkaido, the flowering can be as late as may. This year the cherry blossom viewing season in the kanto region tokyo kawasakiyokohama and nearby areas was greatly curtailed by two unforeseen events. The cherry blossom season in tokyo typically peaks from late march to early april. Japans best cherry blossom festivals for 2021 with.
The tokyo station area is not rich in cherry trees, but its close to the imperial palace, which is. Japans cherry blossoms in 2020 forecast and best spots. Where and when to see japans cherry blossom in 2021 times. Then, they hit full bloom known as mankai in japanese on 2 april in tokyo. Apr 12, 2012 you know sakura cherry blossom season is approaching when your latte turns pink and your kombini convenience store snack becomes a floral tribute. Many visitors stretch out mats and relax under the cherry trees with picnic food and drinks. Shinjuku gyoen, a large park with a pond in the middle, is a popular place for hanamithe japanese tradition of enjoying a picnic under the treesespecially during cherry blossom season chidorigafuchi, a moat on the northwest side of tokyo s imperial palace, is a less crowded spot loved by locals. Tokyo to matsumoto in midapril is an ideal journey to see cherry blossoms. The best time in tokyo and kyoto in 2020 should be the midlate march and the early april. In some parts of japan, cherry blossom season starts as early as january. Limousine bus is the easiest way to go from the airport to the hotel. In the colder areas of northern japan, cherry blossom season typically occurs later than the rest of the country. Just a couple of weeks ago, the cherry trees in tokyo looked winterbare. Cherry blossom season, also known as the sakura or hanami flowerwatching season, brings life and magic to japan each spring.
Its also graduation season and the time when people start at new schools and jobs. All you need to know about sakura the official tokyo. Cherry blossom season is the peak tourist season in japan and both japanese and foreign tourists like to visit tokyo during this time. Full bloom usually peaks between march 27 and april 6. One is that cherry blossom season is just that, a seasonlong event synonymous with springtime. Over the past ten years, the first blooms have occurred between march 20 and march 28.
Since a big part of the fun of sakura season is having hanami cherry blossomviewing parties in the park with friends, nihon kisho has also predicted the best hanami weekends for selected areas, with that designation going to the weekend of march 2829 for tokyo and fukuoka and april 45 for osaka. As the petals fall, many people are leaving their old lives and starting something new. The cherry blossom festival in japan, typically witnessed around late march or early april, marks the onset of spring and paints the landscape in exquisite tones. Live fast magazine the best of fashion, art, sex and travel. What are cherry blossoms really like in tokyo, japan. This year, warmer weather looks set to bring the dates forward, with flowering set to begin earlier than usual. When and where to see cherry blossoms in tokyo in 2020. And with the blooming of cherry blossoms comes festivals and events that you must see. Tokyo cherry blossom spots below is a list of some of tokyo s most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing hanami, including the typical timing for best viewing in the average year and japan guide. What to know about 2020 cherry blossom season in japan. Plan your japan vacation to coincide with this festival for a truly unique experience. A weeping cherry blossom in full bloom hangs over a street in kyotos higashiyama district.
Cherry blossom season in tokyo from late march to early april, tokyo transforms as cherry blossom fever grips the city. The sixstorey keep dates back to the 16th century and is listed as a national treasure of japan. One of the busiest festivals in tokyo, ueno cherry blossom festival, is a favourite amongst visitors and locals alike. In 2020, the japan meteorological corporations forecast predicts the bloom to arrive a little bit earlier than usual. Coronavirus fears threaten to wreck tokyos cherry blossom. If you have enough time to stay, its recommended to stay for around 1014 days to be sure of catching the cherry blossoms at their peak.
Sakura frappuccino for cherry blossom season japan today. Mar 06, 2020 the tokyo metropolitan government has urged residents to refrain from joining parties at parks during the famed cherry blossom season, in the latest disruption caused by concerns over the new. Recommended tokyo hotels for cherry blossom season. Cherry blossom season is one of the high seasons in japan, and its easy to see why. In an average year, the cherry blossoms start blooming on 25 march in tokyo. The sakura blooms start in january 2020 in okinawa, reach kyoto and tokyo towards the end of march 2020 and finally arrive in hokkaido sometime in may 2020. In the north, in hokkaido, the climate is cooler and flowers bloom as late as may. Springtime in japan is the season for cherry blossoms.
As it is linked to the arrival of spring in the northern hemisphere and the resulting increase in temperatures, the cherry blossom season in japan usually starts at the bottom of the archipelago and moves from south to north across the regions. Shinjuku gyoen is one of the best spots for cherry blossoms in tokyo. Ueno cherry blossom festival tokyo park in full bloom, tokyo, japan. Guide to seeing the cherry blossoms in tokyo jetstar. Cherry blossom season to start earlier in tokyo this year. Mar 21, 2019 the cherry blossom season officially arrived in tokyo on thursday after officials from the meteorological agency confirmed that more than five blossoms had opened on a someiyoshino cherry tree at. Leading the pink charge is the french kitchen with its sakura and. However, the cherry blossoms bloom at different times depending on the region in japan. Come spring, japan s cherry trees, dormant through winter, burst for a few short weeks into shades of pink.
Where to stay during cherry blossom season in tokyo. The estimated best time to view fullblown cherry blossoms in tokyo is from late march to early april. How to see japans cherry blossoms in 2019 conde nast traveler. And its also convenient to transport to other parts of town that have famous cherry blossom spots. There are blogs, news reports, special menus, talk shows, and festivals following the trees as they go into full bloom across the country. According to the forecast, the cherry blossoms are expected to generally open earlier than average this year. If all accommodation is sold out in kyoto during cherry blossom season, dont despair. The trip to matsumoto from tokyo takes less than 3 hours by highspeed train.
Sakura in aomori in the tohoku region are forecast to open on april 23. Mar 03, 2020 cherry blossom season is one of the high seasons in japan, and its easy to see why. Tokyos cherry blossom season officially began on march 14, 2020, when flowers opened on a someiyoshino tree at yasukuni shrine. In spite of being one of the most urbanized cities in the world, tokyo is one of the very best places in japan to see cherry blossoms.
Japans cherry blossoms are in full bloom see the photos. Some trees bloom earlier and later, while altitude can also have an impact on the blooming time. Despite being the bestknown of japans seasons, there are a few common misconceptions to be mindful of, too. But tokyo is pretty, well, pretty, too in cherry blossom season. March 14, 2020 the start of cherry blossom season in tokyo has begun.
On weekends, it is best to come early and save a spot, or visit on a weekday for a more relaxed atmosphere. In 2020, the cherry blossom dates are slated to start on march 15th and peak on march 23rd, but this will vary depending on the location and the types of trees. The following hotels are all great choices for cherry blossom season. In modern times, the cherry blossom forecast gets released every year by the japanese meteorological agency so everybody can enjoy the cherry blossom festival. Best cherry blossom spots in tokyo tokyo hanami spots. How to see cherry blossoms in japan japan starts here.
Apr 15, 2020 japan cherry blossom 2020 average dates source. The beginning of spring marks the start of the new workschool year in japan. A guide to cherry blossoms in japan international traveller. In other words, the 2020 tokyo sakura season is just around the corner. Cherry blossom season in japan is generally said to be late march to april, but given the geographical scope of the country, the blooming period actually covers around 4 months.
The cherry blossom season japan or sakura is one of the countrys top highlights every year when locals and visitors gather to admire the stunning, blooming cherry trees in parks and streets. Japans best cherry blossom festivals for 2021 with photos. For 2019, japan meteorological corporation jmcs forecast for tokyo puts first bloom at the 22nd of march, with the. In tokyo cherry blossom season is usually from the end of march to the beginning of april, when someiyoshino cherry trees bloom all at once everywhere in tokyo. The best time to visit japan for cherry blossoms revealed.
In midjanuary 2020, an article came come out that vaguely stated cherry blossom season japan 2020 would be early, and stated that the sakura season 2020 peak will occur about one week earlier than normalmarch 27 in tokyo, for example. Cherry blossom season usually starts in late march in tokyo. Mar 06, 2020 when is cherry blossom season in tokyo. Mar 09, 2020 the best places to see cherry blossoms in japan outside of tokyo this cherry blossom season, go beyond tokyo for these incredible sakura destinations across japan, from fukuoka to sapporo.
Best time to visit japan for cherry blossom season. On japans southern, subtropical islands of okinawa, cherry blossoms open as early as january, while on the northern island of hokkaido, they bloom as late as may. Tullys japan reveals new lineup of sakura cherry blossom beverages, sweets and drinkware starbucks japan unveils first sakura drink for cherry blossom season 2020 delicious cherry blossomflavored treats are in fullbloom in japanese stores. Where to stay in cherry blossom season in kyoto inside kyoto. In most major cities in between, including tokyo, kyoto and osaka, the cherry blossom season typically takes place in early april. Jan 16, 2019 cherry blossom season in japan is a big deal. Suddenly i understood the local mania of tracking the cherry blossom front on the morning weather report a blushing army, advancing north each day. In fact, this played out in reality, although it was a moot point. The small, delicate pink sakura and ume plum blossoms flower at different times throughout the season. With the caveat that it is always a moving target, the sakura season in honshus primary cities including places like tokyo, kyoto, and kanazawa can generally be pegged to. Hotels can be fully booked during this season, so book as far in advance as possible, and expect to pay higher rates. Although its not the best choice for a picnic, you can rent a boat and float down. May 4, 2020 most of the hanami spots in hokkaido are in full bloom now.
Cherry blossom season in japan 8 days day 1 tokyo, japan day 2. So they are usually blooming in march in the south although can be as early as late january on the southern islands of okinawa, in the tokyokanto region in early april and then further north late aprilearly may. Start of cherry blossom season declared in tokyo the japan. Everything you need to know about japans 2021 cherry blossom. Best time to see cherry blossoms in japan in 2020 japan. Here is the cherry blossom forecast for 2020, based on latest regional blossom forecasts. About a week after that, most of the blossoms have fallen off the trees. Tokyos cherry blossom season live fast magazine the. On february 6, the japan weather association published its first cherry blossom forecast of the season. For cherry blossom season information updated regularly check out these websites. Ueno park, boasting an amazing 1,200 cherry trees, has been famous as a great place to view the cherry blossoms since the edo period. In tokyo, they are predicted to open on march 21 and in kyoto on march 23. Inokashira park is especially lively during sakura season.
In cities like tokyo, kyoto and osaka, cherry blossom season usually begins at the start of april. In tokyo, the typical cherry blossom season is from the very end of march through the beginning of april. Cherry blossom season is peak tourist season in tokyo and hotels can book out months in advance, especially good hotels in desirable areas, so be sure to book as early as possible. Osaka has a lot of hotels and its less than 15 minutes from osaka to kyoto by shinkansen bullet train and about 45 minutes by regular express train. Japan 2020 cherry blossom festival updated dates you. Remember that the cherry blossoms start blooming in the south first and then make their way north. Mar 12, 2020 from sparkly pink cocktails to cherry blossom facials, there is no escaping the sakura season at grand hyatt tokyo this spring. Mar 02, 2020 the cherry blossom season in tokyo typically peaks from late march to early april. Tokyo cherry blossom spots below is a list of some of tokyo s most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing hanami, including the typical timing for best viewing in the average year and japanguide. How to experience cherry blossom season in tokyo 2020. The massive bloom starts in the far south, in okinawa. Tide of tourists admiring japans cherry blossoms turns to.