One Day Trips from Tokyo in Spring: Best Cherry Blossom Spots in Kanto

Looking for great cherry blossom spots around Tokyo? How about extending your trip to outside of Tokyo to capture larger scale cherry blossom scenery? Here are 10 greatest cherry blossom viewing spots in Kanto area, which are perfect spring day trip destinations from Tokyo!

Cherry Blossoms in Kanto

The Kanto area, including Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures, is a popular destination for cherry blossom viewing (sakura) in spring. The cherry blossoms usually bloom in late March to early April, with peak bloom often occurring around the end of March, though this can vary slightly depending on the year and specific location. In this article, I would like to share some  of the best places to enjoy cherry blossoms in the Kanto area, apart from Tokyo.

If you wish to check cherry blossom spots in Tokyo, please read the Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

And for the best viewing time to see cherry blossoms in Japan, please check the Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast

Top Cherry Blossom Spots in Kanto

1. Mt. Akagi, Gunma Prefecture

You can enjoy the astonishing view of cherry blossom tunnel at Miyagi Senbonzakura-no-Mori Park on the foot of Mt Akagi in Maebashi City, Gunma Prefecture. There are also yellow rapeseed flowers flourish with cherry blossoms making a beautiful contrast of colours.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 150km away, 2 hours by car OR 2.5 hours by train and bus

Best time for viewing: early to mid April

More info: Akagi Thousand Cherry Blossoms

2. Hitsujiyama Park, Saitama Prefecture

Hitsujiyama Park is a vast park in Chichibu, Saitama. The park is best known for the picturesque spring scenery of fields covered by vivid pink moss (shibazakura), another kind of cherry blossom that grows on the ground.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 110km away, 2 hours by car OR by train

Best time for viewing: mid April to early May

More info: Shibazakura Carpet Hill at Hitsujiyama Park

3. Gongendo-tsutsumi, Saitama Prefecture

Gongendo-Tsutsumi offers the amazing contrast of two charming spring flowers: pastel pink cherry blossoms and yellow field mustard.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 70km away, 1 hour by car OR 1.5 hour by train and bus

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

More info: Satte Gongendo Park Cherry Blossoms

4. Omiya Park, Saitama Prefecture

Omiya Park is one of the largest and most popular parks in Saitama, especially during the spring season when its cherry blossoms are in full bloom. The park boasts a variety of cherry trees, with over 700 cherry trees and its expansive grounds with beautiful scenery.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 40km away, 1 hour by car OR 1.5 hour by train

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

5. Mitsuike Park, Kanagawa Prefecture

Mitsuike Park is a spacious park in Yokohama and a popular site for cherry blossom viewing. There are about 1,600 cherry trees including about 80 species at the site that can be enjoyed with the beautiful nature and ponds.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 30km away, 1 hour by car OR by train

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

More info: Yokohama Mitsuike Park Cherry Blossoms

6. Miura Kaigan, Kanagawa Prefecture

The beautiful early-blooming Kawazu cherry blossoms can be enjoyed from early February to March every year. Yellow rapeseed flowers are also planted alongside, making a beautiful contrast with the pink cherry blossoms.

More info: Miura Kaigan Cherry Blossom Festival

7. Kamakura, Kanagawa Prefecture

In Kamakura, the coastal town of Kanagawa Prefecture, you can enjoy gorgeous cherry blossoms with well-preserved historical monuments temples and shrines from Kamakura Period.

Distance from Tokyo station: approx 60km away, 1 hour by car OR by train

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

More info: Cherry Blossoms Spots in Kamakura

8. Odawara Castle, Kanagawa Prefecture

Odawara Castle is a Japanese castle built in Sengoku Period, and it’s popular side trip destination from Tokyo. The cherry blossom festival is held annually at Odawara Castle with lots of food vendors. You can enjoy the stunning view of the magnificent Japanese castle surrounded by pink cherry blossoms.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 110km away, 1.5 hour by car OR by train

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

More info: Odawara Castle Cherry Blossoms

9. Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest, Kanagawa Prefecture

Sagamiko Resort Pleasure Forest is one of the most popular winter illuminations spots in Japan. During the cherry blossom season, the spectacular collaboration with cherry blossoms and 6 million colourful LED lights can be enjoyed.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 60km away, 1 hour by car OR 1.5 hour by train and bus

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

More info: Sagamiko Cherry Blossoms Illumination

10. Mobara Park, Chiba Prefecture

Mobara Park in Mobara City is home to over 2,000 cherry trees that bloom beautifully in spring. The park has a variety of cherry trees, including the popular Somei Yoshino (the most common cherry blossom variety in Japan) as well as other types, offering a beautiful and diverse display of blossoms. The park is also known for its picturesque landscapes, with cherry trees surrounding a large pond, making it a perfect spot for both daytime and evening hanami.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 90km away, 1.5 hour by car OR 2.5 hour by train and bus

Best time for viewing: late March to early April

+Around Mt. Fuji

Capturing the scenery of Mt Fuji and cherry blossoms might be on bucket list of many travellers. Around Mt Fuji, there are several amazing spots where you can enjoy charming cherry blossoms with the glorious view of Mt Fuji together.

Distance from Tokyo: approx 115 km away, 1.5 hour by car OR 2 hours by Express bus

Best time for viewing: early to mid April

More info: Cherry Blossom Spots around Mt Fuji

Here are more beautiful places for cherry blossom viewing in Kanto Region!

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▶︎Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Saitama

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