Scheduled Forecast for Japan’s 2019 Cherry Blossom Season

Japan’s 2019 Cherry Blossom Season is just around the corner! The most recent forecast for the cherry blossoms has been released and here are the latest dates to capture the best moments of this year’s sakura:

Tokyo

Estimated Flowering – March 24

Estimated Best Viewing – March 31 to April 8

Best Places in Tokyo for Cherry Blossoms:

Shinjuku Gyoen
Ueno Park
Shinto Shrine Yushima Tenjin
Sakura-Dori across Tokyo Station (pictured above)

Kyoto

Estimated Flowering – March 26

Estimated Best Viewing – April 3 to April 11

Best Places in Kyoto for Cherry Blossoms:

Kiyomizudera Temple
Philosopher’s Path
Maruyama Park
Heian Shrine
Nijojo Castle

Osaka

Estimated Flowering – March 27

Estimated Best Viewing – April 3 to April 11

Best Places in Osaka for Cherry Blossoms:

Expo ‘70 Commemorative Park
Kema Sakuranomiya Park
Mint Bureau
Osaka Castle

Insider Travel Note: Planning your trip just for Cherry Blossom Season and the sakura is a gamble as the flowers will blossom according to nature. These are just estimated dates. To avoid a complete disappointment, add other sights and attractions to your itinerary just in case you miss out on the blossom.

 
 
 
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