
2025 Japan Cherry Blossom Tours: Best Spots and Travel Packages
- Written by: LIVE JAPAN's editorial team
Experience the magic of Japan’s 2025 cherry blossom season with the best group and private tours. Whether you’re drawn to Hokkaido’s scenic landscapes, Tokyo and Osaka’s city blooms, or Kyoto and Nara’s historic charm, there’s a perfect experience for you.
Choose from guided group tours or customizable private trips to see Mt. Fuji’s iconic sakura views or explore Kyushu’s hidden cherry blossom gems. After deciding where to go using our cherry blossom forecast, book your fun sakura tour below.
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- Hokkaido Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early May)
- Aomori Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Late April)
- Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early April)
- Mt. Fuji Area Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Mid-April)
- Osaka/Kyoto/Nara Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early April)
- Fukuoka/Saga Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early April)
Hokkaido Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early May)
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.
Group Tours from Sapporo
Aomori Cherry Blossom Tours (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.
Group & Private Tours from Aomori
Tokyo Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early April)
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.
Group Tours in Tokyo
Private Tours in Tokyo
Mt. Fuji Area Cherry Blossom Tours (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.
Group Tours from Tokyo
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Mount Fuji Highlights: Popular Attractions Day Tour
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Mt. Fuji Cherry Blossom Viewing & Fruit Picking Day Tour
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Mt. Fuji View & Gotemba Premium Outlets Day Tour
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Mt. Fuji, Lake Kawaguchi, Seasonal Fuji Views, and Yamanakako Onsen Day Tour
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Mount Fuji Hakone Kawaguchiko flower viewing tour
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Mt. Fuji 5th Station, Kawaguchiko, & Arakurayama Sengen Park Tour
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Osaka/Kyoto/Nara Cherry Blossom Tours (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.
Group Tours From Osaka
Group Tours From Kyoto & Nara
Private Tour of Kansai (Osaka/Kyoto/Nara)
Fukuoka/Saga Cherry Blossom Tours (Peak Bloom: Early April)
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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