20 Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo Spring: Planning a trip to Tokyo during cherry blossom (Sakura) season? It’s the most wonderful time of the year when the whole city turn in a pink wonderland 🙂 There are numbers of spots in Tokyo where you can enjoy beautiful cherry blossom viewing (Hanami) and festivals.

In this article, I have listed the best places to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo for spring. So let’s check them out!

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Best Time to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo

First of all, “When is the best time to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo?” The most common type of cherry blossoms in Japan is Somei Yoshino, and it typically starts blooming in Tokyo in late March. It reaches full bloom about 7 days later, and the full bloom period of cherry blossoms lasts for about 7 days, depending on the climate condition each year. If you wish to catch the best time to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo, it is highly recommended to check the cherry blossom forecast below in advance.

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Best Cherry Blossom Spots in Tokyo

1. Shinjuku Gyoen (新宿御苑)

Shinjuku Gyoen is located in the center of Tokyo, Shinjuku. Featuring more than 1,000 cherry trees of various kinds, Shinjuku Gyoen is one of Tokyo’s largest national gardens with 3 different styles of gardens: Japanese, English and French.

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2. Meguro River (目黒川)

Meguro River is one of the most popular spots for cherry blossom viewing in Japan which features over 800 cherry trees lining along the Meguro River. The cherry blossom festival is held with lots of food vendors during the season, and light-up of the cherry blossoms is also available at night.

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3. Chidorigafuchi (千鳥ヶ淵)

Chidorigafuchi is the most picturesque cherry blossom spot in Tokyo. It’s the moats of former Edo Castle (now it’s a part of the Imperial Palace) which are surrounded by hundreds of cherry trees. Visitors enjoy paddling on boats and viewing cherry blossoms from the water.

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4. Ueno Onshi Park (上野恩賜公園)

Known simply as Ueno Park, Ueno Onishi Park is one of the biggest parks in Tokyo, and also the most crowded to see cherry blossoms in the city. Ueno Park have over 1,000 cherry blossom trees, several museums and the famous Ueno zoo so it’s perfect not only for hanami but also to have a fun day with different activities. Visitors can also enjoy paddling the swan-shaped boats and viewing cherry blossoms from the water.

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5. Sumida Park (隅田公園)

Sumida Park is a great spot to enjoy cherry blossom viewing with the magnificent landmarks of Tokyo: Sumida River and Tokyo Skytree. The cruise with cherry blossom viewing is also available.

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6. Mori Garden Roppongi Hills (毛利庭園)

Mori Garden is located within the large complex building, Roppongi Hills in Tokyo. The cherry blossoms can be enjoyed with a perfect combination of the beautiful Japanese landscape garden and modern buildings at day and night.

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7. Aoyama Cemetery (青山霊園)

Aoyama Cemetery is the largest cemetery in Tokyo, and there are over 300 cherry trees lined along the promenade beautifully. It’s a perfect place to enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms quietly and peacefully.

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8. Inokashira Park (井の頭恩賜公園)

For tourists Kichijoji area is famous for being the location of the Ghibli museum, but for Japanese and residents this neighbourhood is well know for being popular among hipsters and for its vast Inokashira Park. Inokashira Park is a popular place to go the weekend for families. In Spring is also a good spot for cherry blossom viewing. The vast park has a large pond and visitors enjoy paddling on the pond with the stunning view of cherry blossoms during the season.

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9. Sakura Jingu (桜神宮)

Sakura Jingu is a small Japanese shrine located in Setagaya and popular for its beautiful cherry blossom trees decorated with cute pink ribbons, creating a really instagrammable picture! The shrine also sells adorable cherry blossom themed lucky charms.

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10. Yaesu Sakura Street (八重洲さくら通り)

Yaesu Sakura Street (or Yaesu Sakura Dori) is located right in front of Tokyo Station, offering a fascinating “Sakura Tunnel” which is created by over 100 cherry blossom trees.

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11. Yoyogi Park (代々木公園)

One of the most popular parks in Tokyo, Yoyogi Park it’s also one of the hot spots for cherry blossom picnic together with Ueno Park. Yoyogi Park is near to Harajuku area, one of the tourist areas. Yoyogi Park held numbers of events are through the year not only in Spring, but for the sakura season when the park is at its best.

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12. Rikugien Garden (六義園)

Rikugien Garden is a traditional Japanese landscape garden in Bunkyo Ward. The best highlight of the garden is the magnificent weeping cherry tree which is 15 m tall and 20 m wide which is illuminated at night.

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13. Tokyo Midtown (東京ミッドタウン)

Tokyo Midtown is an urban complex building consisting of shops, restaurants, museums, office, residential space and hotel (similar to Roppongi Hills). It’s especially recommended for dining with the view of cherry blossoms for lunch and dinner as several restaurants offer the great seats outside.

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14. Asukayama Park (飛鳥山公園)

Asukayama Park is hardly known by tourists, but very popular among the Japanese for the cherry blossoms season. Located very close to Oji station, with easy access, it has more than 650 cherry blossoms and even a small monorail that takes you for free to the highest part of the park. The night light-up is also available during the peak season.

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15. Koishikawa Korakuen Garden (小石川後楽園)

Koishikawa Korakuen is a traditional Japanese garden in the heart of Tokyo where beautiful seasonal scenery is displayed through the year. There are two most recommended periods of the year to visit the garden: cherry blossoms and autumn leaves seasons. The garden is known for its large weeping cherry tree which usually start blooming a week before Somei Yoshino.

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16. Showa Memorial Park (昭和記念公園)

Located on the outskirts of Tokyo, Showa Memorial Park is one of the the largest park. It’s one of the most popular parks not only in Spring but throughout the year, as it has a great variety of flowers and is beautiful in all seasons. For the sakura season the park offers 1,500 trees of 30 varieties of cherry blossoms.

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17. Hibiya Park (日比谷公園)

Hibiya Park is a park in central Tokyo, near the Imperial Palace. It’s not one of the largest parks, but it has several cherry trees and a beautiful fountain in the middle of the park. Perfect if you are in the business district with short time but want to enjoy a different lunch break.

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gYWg6TZi4w9HtaJcA

18. Hikarigaoka Park (光が丘公園)

If you are looking for an uncrowded, local spot, Hikarigaoka Park is one of Tokyo’s hidden gems. Located in Nerima ward, this little known park has over 1,000 cherry trees and 60,000 -square- meter to enjoy!

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wHYKatWFgxXhM6md7

19. Mizumoto Park (水元公園)

Mizumoto Park is in the little known neighborhood of Katsushika, and quite far from the nearest station (about 15-20 minutes walk). However, with 82 hectares it’s one of the largest parks in Tokyo and in spring it has 1,300 cherry trees and a riverside view.

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bNVvmSktmevddMqv5

20. Kinuta Park (砧公園)

Another relatively central, not too crowded and nice place is Kinuta Park in Setagaya, with over 800 cherry blossom trees. Setagaya is one of the most popular neighborhoods among Tokyoites, full of hip cafes and shops.

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/XVNxBHi2972dCKki8

Special: Enjoy Cherry Blossom Viewing from a Boat!

Tokyo Water Taxi is a unique service in Tokyo that allows you to book a small boat privately to enjoy with your family, friends or partner (with a maximum of 8 people). From March 15 toApril 7th, they offer special courses to admire cherry blossoms in some of the most popular cherry blossom-viewing spots in Tokyo, such as the Meguro River or Sumida River.

This Spring enjoy exploring Tokyo from the water, surrounded by blooming cherry trees!

Reservations can be made via email on their website.

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Planning to visit Japan in Spring? Buy your train ticket in advance!

During cherry blossom season, popular spots attracts both tourists and locals, and express and bullet trains operate with a reserved seat system, meaning they can quickly become fully booked. So make sure to book your tickets ahead of time to secure your seat.

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Cherry blossom season is definitely the best time for outdoor activities such as cycling in Tokyo! Join “Tokyo Good Old Bike Tour” by Magical Trip, one of the most popular sightseeing tours in Tokyo today. The 5-hour cycling trip takes you to the most charming and historical neighbourhoods in Tokyo, Yanaka, Asakusa and Ueno. The area is also known for amazing cherry blossom spots! Check the attached link below for more details and book the tour with special discount!

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