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Jun 24

Bouquet Garden at Showa Kinen Park (ブーケガーデン)

Bouquet Garden is an annual event taking place in Showa Kinen Park, with a colorful display of a wide variation of blooms. Where: Showa...

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May 3

Kota River Cherry Blossoms in Tama City (乞田川桜並木)

If you're in the mood for a long stroll amongst the cherry blossoms, and want to skip the crowds we recommend making your way to Kota...

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Mar 20

Plum Blossoms at Jonangu Shrine (城南宮) in Kyoto

Perhaps the most popular plum blossom festival in Japan (deservedly so) takes place at Jonangu Shrine in Kyoto. This is POPULAR so expect...

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Mar 20

Cherry Blossoms at Odawara Castle Park (小田原城の桜)

A picturesque location all throughout the year with its rotation of seasonal blooms and changing leaves, on the grounds of a castle...

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Mar 20

Hina Matsuri at Namiyoke Shrine波除神社

Namiyoke Shrine, which is best known for its large Shishi heads used in the Tsukiji Shishi Festival (read more about it here) also hosts...

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Mar 20

Tokyo Cherry Blossoms at Kinuta Koen 砧公園

A favorite Hanami spot of local schools and residents. Even on weekdays you will see large groups of schoolchildren, workmates, and...

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Mar 16

Tokyo Cherry Blossoms at Shiori Park (都立汐入公園)

A large park with cherry blossom trees lining the walkway along the Sumida River. It is a lesser-known spot so there's a better chance of...

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Oct 20, 2023

Early Cherry Blossoms (Kawazu Sakura) at Imado Shrine (今戸神社)

A fun place to visit to see a Kawazu cherry blossom tree! There's only one tree, but they sell a special cherry blossom themed Omamori...

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Oct 19, 2023

Ultimate Guide for Cherry Blossoms Viewing at Chidorigafuchi Moat and Park (千代田区立千鳥ヶ淵公園)

One of the few places you can go in Tokyo to view cherry blossoms on a rowboat!This is one of the most popular destinations for cherry...

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Oct 18, 2023

Cherry Blossoms in Kamakura Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine and Kamakura Daibutsu

Kamakura has been a popular destination for tourists for quite some time as it's an easy day trip from Tokyo and has a lot to offer....

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Oct 18, 2023

Tokyo Cherry Blossoms at Shibuya Sakuragaoka Street (さくら通り（渋谷駅前）)

One of the most famous and beloved cherry blossoms spots for photographers and tourists! Sakuragaoka street is lined with cherry blossoms...

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Oct 18, 2023

Tokyo Cherry Blossoms at Juban Inari Shrine (十番稲荷神社(港七福神宝船))

A small shrine just off of a busy street. The combination of the Torii (shrine gate) and cherry blossoms makes for a great photo. Since...

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Oct 18, 2023

Tokyo Cherry Blossoms at Homyo-Ji Temple (法明寺)

A buddhist temple in Ikebukuro with lots of cherry blossom trees all around the grounds. It is quite popular even during the week, and...

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Mar 27, 2022

Early Blooming Kawazu Sakura at Matsuchiyama Shoden (待乳山聖天)

Tucked away in the traditional Japanese-style garden beside the main area of Matsuchiyama Shoden is a single kawazu sakura tree. This is...

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Mar 27, 2022

Kuramae Shrine (蔵前神社) Kawazu Sakura

Kuramae Shrine (蔵前神社) is a very popular spot for kawazu sakura viewing in Tokyo. The large trees surround both sides of the torii...

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Mar 9, 2022

Bunkyo Plum Festival at Yushima Tenjin Shrine (湯島天神梅まつり)

Yushima Tenjin Shrine has been a well-known spot for plum blossom viewing for hundreds of years, and has over 300 trees spread across the...

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Mar 9, 2022

Plum Blossom Festival at Kameida Tenjin Shrine (亀戸天神社梅まつり)

This stunning shrine is home to both a popular wisteria festival and plum blossom festival. It is also one of "The 10 Jinja of...

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Mar 5, 2022

Early Cherry Blossoms at Ebara Shrine in Tokyo (荏原神社)

One of the places you can see early blooming cherry blossoms in Tokyo is at Ebara Shrine which is located in Shinagawa city right across...

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Feb 13, 2022

Early Cherry Blossoms at Sakura Jingu Shrine in Tokyo! (桜神宮)

One of the best spots to see early blooming cherry blossoms is at Sakura Jingu Shrine in Setagaya, Tokyo! The grounds of the shrine are...

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Feb 13, 2022

Nagabusa Koinobori Festival (長房ふれあい端午まつり)

Although the Japanese name of the festival is technically the "dragon boat festival" there are no boats and it is celebrated by viewing...

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