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Planning To See Cherry Blossoms In Japan This Year? Book Your Trip Around These Dates

Japan's cherry blossom season is inviting you to witness its famed beauty.

by Vaidehi Joshi
Planning To See Cherry Blossoms In Japan This Year? Book Your Trip Around These Dates

Sakura, or cherry blossoms, have become a timeless representation of Japan, captivating both natives and tourists from other countries with its breathtaking beauty and symbolic representation of rebirth and hope. The Japan Meteorological Corporation just published its fourth sakura forecast for 2025, which provides a clear idea of when and where to plan visits to see the cherry blossoms this year.

When Is Cherry Blossom Season This Year?

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It might be difficult to believe that this year’s cherry blossoms are already approaching, especially since it’s just February. However, they are rapidly getting closer. Based on the sakura forecast from February 13, it appears like cherry blossoms will bloom in much of Japan around the same time as they did in previous years, with only a few-day variations. However, as we’ve already stated, February is still early, and the weather might significantly affect when this year’s blossoms bloom. Consider the previous year, when the flowers bloomed a few weeks later than usual due to milder early spring temperatures. Here are the estimated dates: 

Tokyo: It is anticipated that the cherry blossoms will begin to open on March 25 and may be in full bloom by April 1.
Kyoto: It is anticipated that the blossoms will open on March 30 and reach full bloom by April 7.
Osaka: In Osaka, cherry blossoms will begin blossoming on March 30 and reach full bloom by April 6.
Sapporo: The cherry blossoms are predicted to open last here, with full bloom anticipated by May 2 and blossoming on April 28.

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Here Are The Best Places To Visit

During the cherry blossom season, Kyoto Botanical Gardens, which is next to Kitayama Station, are a breathtaking sight. Originally established as Japan’s first botanical garden in 1924, this expansive green area spans more than 24 acres and is home to over 500 sakura trees of 130 species.

The Philosopher’s Path is one of Kyoto’s most picturesque routes, spanning roughly two km through the Higashiyama neighbourhood. Hundreds of sakura trees, which typically bloom in early April, adorn the various tiny lanes that run through the backstreets alongside a picturesque canal.

The largest and most popular Japanese castle, Himeji Castle, was constructed in 1333 and has 83 chambers as well as tall defensive walls. The castle and its vast grounds, which have been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993, are among the most well-liked locations in the nation to see joyful sakura trees.

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The JMC will provide its next update on February 20. Ahead of spring beginning this month, you can anticipate seeing Japan’s winter cherry blossoms.

Cover Image Credits: Syuzo Tsushima/ Flickr

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First Published: February 14, 2025 12:08 PM