Just about 10 minutes from Tokyo Station by train, Ueno Park is one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom spots. The park has around 800 trees representing more than 50 varieties, including Somei Yoshino and Yamazakura, and has been a beloved hanami destination since the Edo period.

The Ueno Cherry Blossom Festival is typically held from mid-March to early April. During this time, bonbori lanterns illuminate the park in the evening, creating a beautiful setting for nighttime cherry blossom viewing.

Located about a 10-minute walk from Ueno Onshi Park and just 1 minute on foot from JR Ueno Station and the Tokyo Metro Ginza and Hibiya Lines, Hotel Risol Ueno operates under the concept of “A Hotel That Creates.” Set in Ueno, a cultural hub where people and cultures intersect, the hotel aims to inspire guests to discover new perspectives.

English-speaking staff are available, and team members who do not speak foreign languages use translation devices to assist guests smoothly.

Original artwork inspired by Ueno is displayed in the front lobby, adding a local touch to the space. The hotel offers two room types, double and twin, and all rooms feature a shoe-off-style layout. Carefully selected bedding helps ensure a comfortable night’s sleep, and free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

One international guest shared this comment after their stay:
"The hotel staff is kind and polite. There was coffee in the lounge, and it was delicious. I would like to stay here again if I have a chance."

The meal set includes a protein- or vegetable-based sandwich, a sweet sandwich, and a drink.

Breakfast features a warm, vegetable-rich soup served with either an original veggie-packed bagel sandwich or a petite bread roll. The soup and bagel change daily, while the petite breads vary by season. Even without a breakfast plan, the set is available for 1,200 yen (tax included).

Chidorigafuchi, about 20 minutes from Tokyo Station by Tokyo Metro, is lined with around 260 cherry trees, including popular varieties such as Somei Yoshino and Benishidare.

Each year from late March to early April, the Chiyoda Cherry Blossom Festival attracts more than a million visitors from Japan and overseas to admire the blooms.

During the festival, the 700-meter Chidorigafuchi Moat becomes a stunning cherry blossom corridor. The trees are illuminated at night, creating a magical view, especially from boats on the water, while nearby Yasukuni Shrine also hosts related events.

Located about a 15-minute walk from Chidorigafuchi Greenway, one of Tokyo’s top cherry blossom spots, Villa Fontaine Tokyo Kudanshita is also just a 3-minute walk from Jimbocho Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line and the Toei Mita and Shinjuku Lines.

The hotel has English-speaking staff and provides English signage and information throughout the building. Guests can also arrange luggage delivery to Haneda or Narita Airport for an additional fee if booked by 6 PM the day before check-out.

The hotel offers five room types: Comfort Double, Moderate Twin, Moderate Double, Moderate King, and Twin. Each room is designed for comfort and convenience, with amenities such as slippers, pajamas, and bath additives. Guests can also enjoy breakfast with bread, soup, salad, and a selection of drinks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.

International guests have shared positive feedback, including:
"The rooms are clean and just right, and the staff are courteous. I would like to stay here again."

In addition to overnight stays, the hotel also offers a convenient day-use plan. Available from two hours, it’s ideal for resting between cherry blossom viewing or waiting until evening when the blossoms are illuminated.

Along the 4-kilometer stretch of the Meguro River from Ikejiri Ohashi to Kame-no-Ko Bridge, about 800 Somei Yoshino cherry trees bloom each spring. During the season, shopping streets in Meguro and Nakameguro host various events celebrating the blossoms.

Illuminations, food stalls, and stage performances by local groups add to the festive atmosphere. The scenery changes subtly depending on whether you walk upstream or downstream, making a leisurely stroll along the river especially rewarding.

Hotel Mid In Meguro Ekimae is about a 3-minute walk from the Meguro River, one of Tokyo’s most popular cherry blossom spots, and just 3 minutes on foot from Meguro Station on the JR, Tokyo Metro Namboku, Toei Mita, and Tokyu Meguro lines.

English-speaking staff are available to assist guests.

The hotel offers several room types, including Single, Double, Connecting Rooms for up to four guests, and a barrier-free Superior Single Room suitable for wheelchair users. Guests can request one of three room color themes at booking: Red & Black, Pearl & Purple, or Black & Blue. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

One international guest shared:
"The hotel is very close to Meguro Station, with a convenience store just two doors down. The elevator requires a key card, ensuring security. I stayed in a Single Room, and the bed was spacious and comfortable."

For a comfortable night’s sleep, the hotel partners with Nishikawa, a bedding company founded in 1566, to provide wide beds with pocket coil mattresses. Rooms also feature the ERGO-STER functional duvet, which received the bedding industry’s first Good Design Gold Award. Guests can choose between feather or buckwheat husk pillows to match their sleeping preferences.

Established in 1906 as an Imperial garden, Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is home to around 1,000 cherry trees representing 68 different species of cherry blossom, including classic Yoshino and charming Yae varieties. It is widely considered one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots within Tokyo’s 23 wards.

Thanks to the wide variety, the blossoms appear over an extended season. Kanzakura begin blooming as early as mid-February, followed by Yoshino in late March and Yae varieties from around April.

From late March to late April, the cherry trees are illuminated at night, creating a magical atmosphere. Food trucks are also set up during the season, offering a variety of snacks and meals perfect for enjoying under the blossoms.

Citadines Shinjuku Tokyo is an apartment-style hotel about a 7-minute walk from Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden and 15 minutes from Shinjuku Station, which connects to numerous JR, subway, and private railway lines. It is also just a 5-minute walk from Shinjuku-gyoenmae Station on the Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, making it a convenient base for exploring Tokyo.

The hotel’s main appeal is its fully equipped rooms designed for longer stays. Each room includes a kitchen with cooking utensils and cutlery, along with a Simmons bed for a comfortable night’s sleep. Guests can also use the fitness corner and business services such as fax and printing (additional fee), making it a practical choice for workcations.

The hotel offers four room types: Double, Twin, Executive Double, and Executive Twin. All except the Twin include a fold-out bed, allowing up to three guests per room (additional fee).

Guests traveling with pets can also stay here. Pet-friendly amenities such as cages, food bowls, and toilet trays are available for rent (conditions apply). Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

Bilingual staff are available 24 hours a day, and the hotel provides English signage along with hotel guides and information on nearby facilities in several languages.

One international guest commented, “The rooms were extremely spacious and comfortable, and the simple kitchen was very useful. The staff were kind, and all sorts of thoughtful services were available. Even though the rooms were on the main street, I could hardly hear any noise at all!”

Asakusa is one of Tokyo’s most iconic neighborhoods, and Sumida Park is one of its biggest highlights. The park stretches along the Sumida River within walking distance of the famous Senso-ji Temple.

About 600 cherry trees line the Taito City side of the river, while the Sumida City side has more than 300, creating a continuous row of blossoms along both banks for about one kilometer.

The Sumida Park Cherry Blossom Festival is usually held from late March to early April, featuring food stalls, taiko drum performances, and evening illuminations.

Asakusa Tobu Hotel is just a 2-minute walk from Sumida Park, offering excellent access to many of Asakusa’s best-known attractions. It is also only a 30-second walk from Asakusa Station on the Tobu and Tokyo Metro Ginza Lines, and about 3 minutes on foot from Asakusa Station on the Toei Asakusa Line.

English-speaking staff are available, and floor information is provided in English, Chinese, and Korean.

Guest rooms include Double and Twin rooms for two guests, Triple rooms for up to three, and “Fourth” rooms for up to four (some Twin rooms can also accommodate three). Several types of Double and Twin rooms are available, offering different layouts and atmospheres to suit a range of needs.

The bathrooms are notably spacious, and many include a separate washing area before the bathtub, following traditional Japanese bathing style, a feature rarely found even in many hotels in Japan. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

One international guest shared: “I was thankful for the spacious and impeccably clean bathroom. The location was also fantastic. I was right by the station, which made it easier to get around Tokyo.”

No introduction to Asakusa Tobu Hotel would be complete without mentioning its “Hello Kitty Rooms.” Unique within Tokyo’s hotel scene, these themed rooms come in two styles: Sakuratennyo (Cherry Blossom Maiden) and Japanese-Modern.

The Sakuratennyo room features a pastel pink design with Hello Kitty dressed as a cherry blossom maiden. The Japanese-Modern room offers a calmer atmosphere that blends Japanese and Western elements, centered around a kimono-clad Hello Kitty. Both room types can accommodate up to four guests.

Guests can enjoy both dinner and breakfast at the hotel’s SEASON’S RESTAURANT. The breakfast buffet, served from 6:30 AM to 10 AM, features a wide selection of dishes, including customizable onigiri rice balls, obanzai, and other items made with high-quality ingredients.

Alongside the Japanese offerings, guests can also enjoy fresh Danish pastries, with the rich aroma of butter adding to the appeal.

From 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, the restaurant offers a prix fixe lunch course featuring top-quality seasonal ingredients. The meal includes table-side service, allowing guests to choose from a selection of appetizers, soups, Japanese and Western dishes, and desserts.

About the size of 11 Tokyo Domes, Yoyogi Park is home to around 600 cherry trees of various varieties. Early-blooming types begin flowering from mid-February, while the classic Yoshino cherries typically peak from late March to early April.

Highlights include the beautiful cherry blossom tunnel in the “Cherry Blossom Garden” between the Shibuya and South entrances, as well as the spacious “Central Space,” where a wide lawn surrounded by pink blossoms makes an ideal picnic spot.

Although Yoyogi Park does not host an official cherry blossom festival, the surrounding area fills with food stalls and a lively atmosphere during the blooming season.

Dormy Inn Premium Shibuya Jingumae is about a 10-minute walk from Yoyogi Park and just 6 minutes on foot from both Shibuya Station and Meiji-jingumae Station on the Tokyo Metro Chiyoda and Fukutoshin Lines. Harajuku and Omotesando are also within easy walking distance.

The hotel has English-speaking staff and a foreign currency exchange machine on the first floor. Hotel guides and information are available in English, Chinese, and Korean.

The hotel offers four room types: Double, Queen, Twin, and Hollywood Twin. Free Wi-Fi is available in all rooms.

One standout feature is the shared hot spring-style bath, the only one of its kind in Shibuya. Guests can relax in spacious baths filled with soft, soothing water, along with a sauna and cold-water bath, perfect for unwinding after a day of sightseeing.

One international guest who stayed at Dormy Inn Premium Shibuya Jingumae shared:

“Despite being a single room, it was spacious and felt like my very own apartment. There were free washing machines (dryers available for 100 yen per 20 minutes), an elegant shared bath, and more, making for a fantastic stay all around.”

The first-floor restaurant serves breakfast from 6:45 AM to 9:30 AM. The menu features a colorful selection of dishes, including richly simmered beef stew and omelets prepared by the chef right in front of you.

Guests can also enjoy complimentary late-night ramen from 9:30 PM to 11 PM.

Cherry blossom viewing is a beloved springtime tradition in Japan. Staying at the right hotel lets you enjoy the blossoms at a relaxed pace, without worrying about time or the crowds.

Use this guide to find a hotel near your favorite cherry blossom spot in Tokyo and make 2026 a memorable year for hanami.