Cherry Blossom Season

Japan Cherry Blossom Season 2026

Forecast Map, Best Sakura Viewing Spots, and Complete Travel Guide

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Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan

From Tokyo to Kyoto, cherry blossoms transform cities, temples, and rivers into breathtaking pink landscapes each spring during sakura season.

Himeji Castle (Hyogo)

Surrounding Japan’s most beautiful castle, more than a thousand cherry trees bloom each spring at Himeji Castle. The delicate pink sakura contrast perfectly with the castle’s brilliant white walls, creating one of Japan’s most elegant springtime views.