
Japan Cherry Blossom Tours: Best Spots and Travel Packages
- Written by: LIVE JAPAN's editorial team
Planning to see Japan’s cherry blossoms in 2026? Skip the guesswork and make the most of your trip with a guided group or private tour, designed to take you straight to the season’s most breathtaking spots.
Whether you want the ease of a fully planned itinerary or the flexibility of a private experience, our tours cover everything, including Mt. Fuji’s picture-perfect sakura and lesser-known gems. Not sure when or where to go? Start with our cherry blossom forecast and let your perfect sakura trip fall into place.
Note: This information is based on the 2025 forecast. Actual blooming times may vary each year.
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- City-by-City Bloom Dates for 2025
- 2025: Hokkaido Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late April)
- 2025: Aomori Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late April)
- 2025: Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late March)
- 2025: Mt. Fuji Area Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Mid-April)
- 2025: Osaka/Kyoto/Nara Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Early April)
- 2025: Fukuoka/Saga Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late March)
City-by-City Bloom Dates for 2025
Looking back on the 2025 cherry blossom season, here’s how the blooms unfolded city by city. Use these dates as a reference when planning your hanami trip next year—while exact timings vary, this guide offers a reliable starting point.
・Kagoshima Flowered: March 24 / Full bloom: April 7
・Fukuoka Flowered: March 25 / Full bloom: March 28
・Kochi Flowered: March 23 / Full bloom: March 28
・Hiroshima Flowered: March 26 / Full bloom: April 2
・Wakayama Flowered: March 26 / Full bloom: March 30
・Osaka Flowered: March 27 / Full bloom: April 4
・Kyoto Flowered: March 27 / Full bloom: April 5
・Nagoya Flowered: March 26 / Full bloom: April 4
・Kanazawa Flowered: March 29 / Full bloom: April 6
・Nagano Flowered: April 8 / Full bloom: April 13
・Tokyo Flowered: March 24 / Full bloom: March 30
・Sendai Flowered: April 4 / Full bloom: April 10
・Aomori Flowered: April 17 / Full bloom: April 22
・Sapporo Flowered: April 23 / Full bloom: April 28
*Note: Flowering information is based on the 2025 forecast. Actual blooming times vary each year.
2025: Hokkaido Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late April)
Hokkaido’s cherry blossoms bloom later than the rest of Japan, peaking around early May, making it an ideal destination for those who miss the main sakura season. Tours from Sapporo, Hakodate, and Otaru showcase breathtaking landscapes, with historic sites and serene coastal views enhanced by delicate pink blossoms.
2025: Aomori Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late April)
In Aomori, cherry blossoms reach full bloom around April 24, transforming the region’s parks and historic sites into picture-perfect hanami spots. Visit Hirosaki Castle, home to scores of sakura trees, or explore the tranquil beauty of Oirase Keiryu Gorge and Towada Lake on guided tours.
2025: Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late March)
Tokyo’s cherry blossoms bloom early, with peak viewing around April 1. Experience the city's top sakura locations on curated tours, from the famous Meguro River cherry blossom cruise to the historic parks and gardens bursting with pink petals. Choose from group tours or private experiences to explore at your own pace.
2025: Mt. Fuji Area Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Mid-April)
See Mt. Fuji framed by cherry blossoms, with peak bloom around early April. These tours take you to Chureito Pagoda, Lake Kawaguchi, and other scenic spots, offering unforgettable photo opportunities. Some packages even include fruit picking and shopping at Gotemba Premium Outlets, making for a well-rounded spring adventure.
2025: Osaka/Kyoto/Nara Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Early April)
Cherry blossoms in Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara reach their peak around April 6 to 7, blanketing historic temples, shrines, and riversides in soft pink hues. Enjoy a cruise along the Yodogawa River, stroll through Kyoto’s Arashiyama bamboo forest, or visit Nara’s Mt. Yoshino, famous for its thousands of cherry trees in full bloom.
2025: Fukuoka/Saga Cherry Blossom Tours (Average peak bloom: Late March)
In Fukuoka and surrounding areas, cherry blossoms reach peak bloom around April 4, making it one of the earliest spots in Japan to enjoy the season. Explore Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, cruise down Yanagawa River, or combine hanami with strawberry picking and visits to historic shrines in Saga.
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