Japan’s Cherry Blossom Season Officially Begins!

Spring has officially sprung in Japan, and with it comes one of the most breathtaking natural spectacles on Earth—cherry blossom season! This week, Japan’s Meteorological Agency made it official: the Somei Yoshino cherry trees at Tokyo’s famous Yasukuni Shrine have begun to bloom, marking the start of the country’s much-anticipated sakura season.

For travellers and locals alike, it’s time for hanami—Japan’s beloved cherry blossom viewing tradition. Parks, riversides, and temples across Tokyo are transforming into dreamy pink wonderlands, as friends, families, and tourists gather under the delicate petals for picnics, sake toasts, and Insta-worthy moments.

This year’s bloom is right on schedule, aligning with the historical average and arriving five days earlier than in 2023. But don’t worry if you can’t book a last-minute flight—Tokyo is just the beginning! Over the next few weeks, the sakura wave will move northward, with Kyoto, Osaka, and Hokkaido following suit.

So, if you’re looking for the perfect excuse to visit Japan, now is the time. Picture yourself strolling under tunnels of pink blossoms, sipping matcha in a traditional teahouse, or even experiencing a nighttime yozakura (cherry blossom illumination). It’s an experience that truly captures the beauty and fleeting magic of spring in Japan.

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