Mikoro

Spring

As the cherry blossom front sweeps from Kyushu up to Hokkaido, Japan bursts into its most radiant season. From landmarks washed in pale pink to fresh green and wisteria purple, life stirs everywhere. Peak viewing runs from March to May.

Cherry Blossom Plum Blossom Kawazu Cherry Pink Moss Wisteria Nemophila Tulip

Explore by month in this season

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Events this season

April 14, 2026 〜 April 15, 2026

Takayama Matsuri (Sanno Spring Festival)

岐阜県

The spring Sanno Festival is held on or around April 14 and 15 each year. The evening before each day, a night festival (yomatsuri) features the yatai illuminated by hundreds of lanterns. Exact dates should be confirmed via Hie Shrine or the City of Takayama's official tourism website, as details may vary.

October 18, 2025 〜 May 31, 2026

Nabana no Sato Illumination

三重県

The illumination typically runs from late October through early March of the following year. Exact dates, evening hours and admission fees vary by season — always check the official Nabana no Sato website before visiting. Expect heavy crowds on weekends and around New Year.

April 18, 2026 〜 May 31, 2026

Fuji Shibazakura Festival

山梨県

The festival typically runs from mid-April to late May, with peak bloom for the moss phlox generally falling between late April and mid-May. Exact dates, opening hours, and admission fees vary each year — check the official Fujimotosuko Resort website for current information before visiting.

April 15, 2026 〜 May 15, 2026

Ashikaga Flower Park — Great Wisteria Festival

栃木県

The festival typically runs from mid-April to early May, though the peak bloom date shifts each year based on temperatures. The park updates its bloom forecast regularly on its official website — check before your trip, as entry fees and operating hours also vary by year.

April 11, 2026 〜 May 6, 2026

Hitachi Seaside Park — Nemophila Harmony

茨城県

Nemophila bloom typically peaks between mid-April and early May, though the exact timing shifts year to year depending on winter temperatures and spring warmth. Check the park's official flowering forecast before travelling. Golden Week crowds can be very dense; weekday mornings are significantly quieter.

March 22, 2026 〜 April 5, 2026

Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival

東京都

The cherry trees typically peak between late March and early April, though the exact timing shifts year to year depending on winter temperatures. Monitor Tokyo's official blossom forecasts and check the festival's official site for confirmed event dates before visiting.