Wondering where to view Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo? Cherry Blossom viewing is one of the top things to do in Tokyo in the early Spring. The blossoms only last about two weeks and all the parks with Cherry Blossoms can get extremely crowded. The places listed have many trees and attract the largest crowds. Use the Cherry Blossom map above and the listings below to choose a spot!
CHERRY BLOSSOM FORECAST FOR 2024 IN TOKYO
The 2024 forecast for cherry blossoms in Tokyo is from late-March (March 23) into the first week of April, but even after the blossoms fall its still fun to picnic in the warmer weather.
TIPS FOR ENJOYING CHERRY BLOSSOMS IN TOKYO
•Bring along a cloth or picnic sheet to sit down on. Many people use plastic blue sheets sold in convenience stores.
•Usually there are food stands selling food and drink, but best to buy any food or drink more cheaply before.
•Evenings can get chilly so be sure to bring along a jacket or sweater.
•Report bear encounters to the local authorities.
TOP TEN SPOTS TO VIEW CHERRY BLOSSOMS IN TOKYO
The most popular place to see Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo - because of the parks downtown location, and because several areas are almost purely Cherry Trees. On weekends, you'll need to get there early to grab a spot!
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UENO PARK - Ueno Station Map E-2
Ueno Park has a huge concentration of Cherry Blossoms, and is one of the top spots for viewing. Many of the Cherry Trees are along pathways, so often people set up their picnic mats to the side, giving a walk around a festive feel.
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Shinjuku Gyoen has a good amount of Cherry Blossoms, and is well worth visiting. It is also a very nice park to walk about because its sculpted vistas and views. Entry fee is 500 yen, which keeps out the rif-raf.
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INOKASHIRA PARK - Kichijoji Station Map A-1
Inokashira Park has a beautiful Cherry Blossom along its placid lake, allowing for an aqua element to the blossom viewing. There are paddle boats and Swan pedal boats that can be rented out too!
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MEGURO RIVER - Nakameguro Station Map A-5
The Meguro River is lined with Cherry Trees and when they blossom it is an impressive sight to behold. Lanterns are placed along the river south towards Meguro, making it a great place to visit in the evening.
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In the Asakusa area, along both sides of the Sumida-gawa river, cherry blossoms can be viewed from land or from a boat on the river!
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Along the road that stretches through Aoyama Cemetary there is a long line of Cherry Trees, and one can visit the cemetary while there too.
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Near Tokyo Dome, the cherry trees in Koshikawa Korakuen are famous for being a type weeping cherry blossoms. Picnics are not allowed.
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SAIGOYAMA PARK - Daikanyama Station Map A-3
Daikanyama just has one small park that offers Cherry Blossom viewing, but as Saigoyama park is perched at a high point in the area, on a clear day you might also get to see Mt. Fuji off in the distance too!
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CHIDORIGAFUCHI Map D-3
There are an abundance of Cherry Trees in the moat around the former Edo Castle. Boats can be rented too.
Near Kudanshita Station in Central Tokyo
A delightful area with hundreds of Cherry Trees, Asukayama Park is one of Tokyo's most famous Cherry Blossom viewing areas.
NEAR OJI STATION
