Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Yokohama

Yokohama is one of the most popular day trip destinations from Tokyo. The city offers great option for shopping, dining and entertainments as well as seasonal activities including cherry blossom viewing. There are several amazing cherry blossom viewing spots in Yokohama which are definitely worth visiting from Tokyo.

In this article, I’m going to share the list of the best place to see cherry blossoms in Yokohama, including sakura matsuri and late blooming cherry blossoms. Following locations in Yokohama offer a mix of urban and natural settings, each providing its unique charm to enjoy cherry blossoms during the sakura season.

To find out the best time to see cherry blossoms in Japan, please read our Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast

For cherry blossom spots across Japan, please check our Best Places to View Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Minato Mirai 21

Minato Mirai area holds an annual cherry blossom event, Minato Mirai 21 Sakura Festival (みなとみらい21さくらフェスタ) during the cherry blossom blooming season. The main venue for the festival is a 500 m long cherry blossom street lined by 150 cherry trees. Various special events and cherry blossoms light-up at night will be available. Minato Mirai is a great area to hang out. Enjoy shopping, dining and entertainments along with the magnificent cherry blossom avenue!

Map: http://bit.ly/2UFykBi

Access: Short walk from Minato Mirai Station (Minato Minami Line)

Cherry Blossom Festival Date: mid to late Match

Fee: Free

Related Article: Minato Mirai: Best Things to Do at Yokohama Minato Mirai 21  District

Sankeien Garden

Sankeien Garden (三渓園) is a traditional Japanese landscape garden located in Naka Ward, Yokohama City. The garden was designed by the wealthy silk trader Sankei Hara ( whose real name was Tomitaro Hara), and opened in 1906. The garden consists with rich nature and several historical buildings, and there are about 300 cherry trees at the site. The light-up event is held during cherry blossom season.

Map: http://bit.ly/2UE63en

Access: Bus from Yokohama Station, Negishi Station, Sakuragicho Station or Motomachi Chukagai Station to “Sankeien Iriguchi Stop”

Fee: 900 yen

Hours: 9:00～17:00 (Light-up: Sunset~21:00)

Mitsuike Park

Mitsuike Park (三ッ池公園) is a locals’ favourite cherry blossom spots in Yokohama where people visit there for hanami (picnic) during the season. The park is home to approx 1,000 cherry trees, beautiful rich nature and three large ponds in the vast space of 29.7 ha. The park is known for a wide variety of cherry blossoms and the long viewing period as about 70 kinds of cherry trees flourish one after another from mid February to mid April. It’s an amazing spot for those who miss the peak season of cherry blossoms in Kanto area.

Map: http://bit.ly/2TyqM35

Access: Bus from Tsurumi Station or Shin Yokohama Station to “Mitsuikekoen Kitamon Stop”

Fee: Free

Hours: 8:30~19:30

Related Article: Yokohama Mitsuike Park Cherry Blossoms

Ooka River Promenade

Ooka River Promenade (大岡川プロムナード) is a 3.5 km long walk path along Ooka River where about 500 cherry trees bloom in spring. Cherry blossom festival is held at the site annually with food vendors and special events. The cherry blossoms are lightened up at night by 2,500 lanterns during the season for about 2–3 weeks. It’s located about 5 mins walk from Keikyu Line Gumyoji Station, which is about 15 min train ride from JR Yokohama Station.

Map: http://bit.ly/2REXEph

Access: 5 mins walk from Gumyoji Station (Keikyu Line)

Light-up Date: late March to early April

Negishi Forest Park

Located in the southern part of Yokohama, Negishi Forest Park (根岸森林公園) is another great location for cherry blossom viewing. It’s less crowded than other spots, offering a more tranquil atmosphere. The park is home to approx 400 cherry trees and has various walking trails and peaceful spots to sit and enjoy the cherry blossoms.

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

Access: 15 mins walk from Negishi or Yamate Station (JR Line)

Egawa River Murmuring Green Road

The Egawa River Murmuring Green Road (江川せせらぎ緑道), located in the Isogo Ward of Yokohama, is a lesser-known but beautiful spot to enjoy cherry blossoms. This scenic pathway follows the Egawa River is lined with numerous cherry trees and the blossoms create a lovely tunnel of flowers, which is perfect for a relaxing walk or a peaceful picnic along the riverbank. There are also tulips planted on the riverbank, and the colourful contrast of both flowers can be enjoyed during the blooming season.

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NjaW6i43XXTnFoXDA

Honmoku Sancho Park

Honmoku Sancho Park (本牧山頂公園) is a beautiful and popular park located in the Honmoku area of Yokohama, particularly known for its cherry blossoms that bloom spectacularly in spring. Its elevated location on a hill provides panoramic views of the city, including the bay, the Landmark Tower and even Mount Fuji on clear days. There are many types of cherry blossoms in the park, from the early-blooming Kawazuzakura to the late-blooming Yamazakura, which can be enjoyed for a long period of about two months each year.

Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Uz1W6rLe9ameSDXX8

Access: 25 mins walk from Yamate Station

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How did you enjoy the list? Which cherry blossom spots in Yokohama would you like to visit this spring? You can enjoy beautiful cherry blossoms in Tokyo, too, but I’d also recommend you to take day trips from Tokyo to see more spectacular scenery!

If you plan to visit other popular areas in Japan before/after Yokohama, check these recommended places to view cherry blossoms!

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