Where and when to see japans cherry blossom in 2021 the times. We consider best viewing to start a little bit before full bloom and last into the period when petals fall. If you have enough time to stay, its recommended to stay for around 1014 days to be sure of catching the cherry blossoms at their peak. The cherry blossom became so popular in the heian era of japans history that the word for flower became synonymous with sakura. Apr 02, 2018 is it everything its cracked up to be. T heres never a bad time to visit japan, but one of the most popular times to travel to the country is during cherry blossom season. The best places to see the blushtinted blooms are in maruyama park. To many, it is the most beautiful time in japan, and the fact that its blossoms only last for a little over a week makes people cherish it even more. Hanami, flower viewing is the japanese traditional custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers. Where and when to see japans cherry blossom in 2021. This spring the cherry blossom festival celebrates the 102year anniversary of the gift of sakura. Sakura history the cherry blossoms, known in japan as sakura, are well know around the world for their radiant, delicate.
The japanese cherry blossom sakura has been a distinguished symbol of japan for many centuries. A cherry blossom is a flower of many trees of genus prunus. Everything you need to know about japans 2021 cherry blossom. So with the weather being as hard to predict as it is these days, and the fact that japan is also pretty awesome in late spring, fall and even winter with its stunningly picturesque you may be wondering whether its worth visiting in sakura season. Hotels can be fully booked during this season, so book as far in advance as possible, and expect to pay higher rates. Forecast of full bloom in tokyo is around march 27, and sakura may start blooming in the city around march 19. Late spring snow adds icy touch to japan s sakura season april 7, 2020 april 4, 2020 by kkday cherry blossom came early in japan this year, and adding to the beauty of the natural spectacle is a blanket of snowa rather uncommon sight in central japan, particularly in capital tokyo, where the last heavy snowfall took place in. The blossom of the japanese cherry, also known as the prunus serrulata, is technically the sakura flower. Flowers to see in japan after sakura season japan info. However they are more than simply beautiful trees, as the sakura have powerful ties to japans history, culture and identity. What are cherry blossoms really like in tokyo, japan.
The best timing for viewing the beautiful pink colours is spring, somewhere between march and may, depending on the location. Sakura history japan national tourism organization. See more ideas about cherry blossom, japan travel and japan. Hanami or flower viewing is an ancient tradition in japan wherein locals take the time to enjoy the cherry blossoms or sakura trees. Check out the 2020 cherry blossom forecast in japan and plan your perfect spring trip to japan. The first cherry blossom forecast for 2020 is expected to be published around mid to late january 2020. Cherry blossom season, also known as the sakura or hanami flowerwatching season, brings life and magic to japan each spring.
The cherry blossom tree in full bloom, during the arrival of spring, is one of the most beautiful sights to behold. During the sakura season, families, friends and colleagues gather in their favourite blossomviewing spots to enjoy food and drink under the trees. The pink and white flowers found decorating the branches of sakura trees are utterly gorgeous, and its hard to not want to see them in all of their beauty. Cherry blossom season in japan is on many tourists bucket list. This years cherry blossoms are blooming sooner than previous seasons thanks to. Cherry blossom season in japan is on many tourists bucket list though often underappreciated, plum blossoms are just as beautiful as cherry blossom and are often mistaken for being cherry blossom and mark the first signs of spring in japan. During the spring season of each year, thousands travel to japan to view the wondrous spectacle of these white or pink flowers blooming en masse.
Sakura is a common japanese term that means cherry blossom, a small blushing blossom that was officially designated as a national flower along with a yellow chrysanthemum. Is it actually wonderful and sparkly and raining magic everywhere you look. Cherry blossom season is one of the high seasons in japan, and its easy to see why. In the cherry blossom s shade, theres no such thing as a stranger kobayashi issa. Cherry blossom sakura shows that the chilly winter climate needs to end in hunza, nagar and in different valleys of gilgitbaltistan. For other areas, official cherry blossom forecast dates for 2020 were last updated on march 12, 2020. When the icy winter winds turn into cool spring breezes, pink clouds of cherry blossoms burst from japans sakura trees.
However, the exact dates for festivals tend to be a little earlier. On april 21, 20, in many places in miyagi prefecture japan, where snow rarely fell during the cherry blossom season, a sight of snow falling on the cherry blossoms was seen. Luckily, cherry blossoms arent the only flowers to get excited about. Starbucks japan reveals second sakura cherry blossom drinkware range for 2020.
Additionally, in lowaltitude regions the sakura trees bloom much later when compared to higher altitude areas. In the colder areas of northern japan, cherry blossom season typically occurs later than the rest of the country. April is japans peak cherry blossom, or sakura, season, but the coronavirus has made tourists stay at home. World expeditions runs a twoweek backroads of japan tour that crosses the country during cherry blossom season and includes a visit to japan s most iconic natural wonder and most famous. As a result, if you find yourself looking at the 2020 japan cherry blossom. Cherry blossom season japan 2020 travel begins at 40. Cherry blossom blooming forecast date of first bloom 2020 season. Cherry blossom season is the peak tourist season in japan and both japanese and foreign tourists like to visit tokyo during this time. Sakura matsuri is back at flower dome at gardens by the bay from 6 29 march. Cherry blossom sakura season is a such a huge deal japan that 60% of the population takes part.
However, other varieties of blooming cherries are also grown in japan and referred to with the same name. The beauty and history of sakura, japan s national flower. This year my friend ryotaro and i threw ourselves into the festivities at. Sakura, or cherry blossoms, are japan s national flower in the hearts of the people.
To prevent the further spread of the coronavirus, people are urged not to hold hanami parties during this years cherry blossom season, many famous cherry blossom viewing spots are temporarily closed, and most cherry blossom festivals and illumination events have been cancelled. On japan s southern, subtropical islands of okinawa, cherry blossoms open as early as january, while on the northern island of hokkaido, they bloom as late as may. Cherry blossom viewing in japan sakura forecast 2020. The unforgiving winters are supplanted by decent fragrant breezes and the scene outfits. Best time to see cherry blossoms in japan in 2020 japan. The opening estimates are by japan weather association, except yoshino which is by yoshino town and fuji five lakes which is estimated by japan. Security guards patrol a cherry blossom viewing spot in ueno park in tokyo, japan. Booking accommodation during cherry blossom season. The pretty pink blooms grow in temples and parks all across japan.
Japan cherry blossom tours 20202021, japanese sakura. It has been celebrated for many centuries and holds a very prominent position in japanese culture. Japans 2020 cherry blossom season about to start japan. April 6, 2020 cherry blossom season for this year in tokyo and yokohama has ended april 3, 2020 the sakura season has arrived in northern japan with cherry blossoms in sendai and fukushima have reached peak bloom march 29, 2020 cherry blossoms are in full bloom in osaka, kyoto, nagoya, hiroshima, yokohama, and fukuoka. The cherry blossom became so popular in the heian era of japan s history that the word for flower became synonymous with sakura. Follow japan forward s sakura page for more regionspecific guides for the 2020 sakura season. That said, do not expect to see the flowers wherever you go, the trees bloom at different times throughout japan. The 2020 sakura season in japan has begun, and it is time to begin planning your own hanami blossomviewing excursions. The list includes evians sakura mineral water to kamiki sakura wood blended whisky that uses sakura wood barrels and starbucks and coca cola japan s drinks now reading 5 drinks celebrating sakura japan s cherry blossom season in 2020. From the end of march to early may, cherry trees bloom all over japan, and around the first of february on the island of okinawa. The exact dates of sakura blooms vary by as much as 10 days from one year to the next due to weather. The japan cherry blossom association developed a list of japan s top 100 cherry blossom spots with at least one location in every prefecture.
Japan cherry blossom forecast 2020 japan web magazine. Cherry blossoms signal a time of renewal and also coincide with the japanese calendar year. A forecast of the cherry blossom blooming season in japan for 2020. Japan is known around the world for its cherry blossom festivals. The japanese cherry blossom, or sakura, has long been adored by people across the globe. Snow falling during the cherry blossom season matsushima. April 6, 2020 cherry blossom season for this year in tokyo and yokohama has ended april 3, 2020 the sakura season has arrived in northern japan with cherry blossoms in sendai and fukushima have reached peak bloom. Known as hanami in japanese, cherry blossom festivals are an important custom and are held all over japan during the spring.
If midmarch seems early for japan s cherry blossom season, its because it is. The most well known species is the japanese cherry, prunus. Its almost time for japans flower rafts, one of the most beautiful parts of sakura season. They are so popular among tourists that thousands travel to japan every year during the spring season to get a glimpse of the spectacle of the trees blooming with these. The best places to see the blushtinted blooms are in maruyama park, mount yishino, himeji castle and fuji. Every spring, throngs of japanese people and visitors make efforts to see this wellloved flower, a tradition known as hanami, and the flower also plays an important role in the countrys songs, poems, art, and ceremonies. Cherry blossom in hunza and nagar valleys signals an excellent introduction of nature. January 10, 2020 japans sakura season for 2020 has been released by japan meteorological corporation jmc. A fondness for flowers enjoying japan s flowers through the seasons. Japan s cherry blossom season famously begins in april and lasts for around two weeks. The entire 3,000kmlong country turns topsyturvy with lots of hanami or flower viewing picnics taking place underneath the spectacular cherry trees. Japan cherry blossom season wilted by the coronavirus pandemic. A fondness for flowers enjoying japans flowers through. As japan s national flower, the cherry blossom or sakura, as its known in japaneseis celebrated for its symbolism, its.
Lovely cherry blossom season in hunza nagar valley alo japan. The season usually lasts from late march to mid april depending on where you are in japan. Sakura season is everyones favorite time of year in japan. Admiring the flowers fleeting beauty is a practice that dates back over a thousand years. The bloom of cherry blossoms 2020 japan national tourism. In sendai city where the cherry blossoms were in full bloom, it was possible to see a fantastic scenery where white snow fell. Fukuoka, japan image via hiromichi torihara, flickr make the most of the cherry blossom season by skipping the large cities, and spend a day of hanami in fukuoka. Japan cherry blossom tours 20202021, japanese sakura trips.
The most wellknown species is the japanese cherry, prunus serrulata, which is commonly called sakura. Sakura begin to bloom in japan as early cherry blossom season. The pages will be updated as new forecasts are made throughout the cherry blossom season. Where and when to see japans cherry blossom in 2021 times. Its an extremely important time of year for the country, both. Heres your guide on where to find these radiant flowers. The cherry blossoms started opening early in 2019, but a cold weather period slowed them down as they were opening, causing some unusual blooming patterns. Midlate march 2020 any list of japanese flowers wouldnt be complete without mentioning sakura cherry blossoms. The people of japan and millions of tourists should now be enjoying the start of the cherry blossom viewing, or hanami, season. Nowdays, the japanese typically celebrate it by having an outdoor party or picnic under the trees during daytime or nightime called as yozakura or night sakura.
Although there are many varieties of cherry tree in japan, most bloom for just a couple of days in spring. The last cherry blossoms in japan 2020 to open are expected to be in hokkaido. Like in many countries, the flower blossoming marks the arrival of warmer weather and is very much welcomed by everyone. All over the country, these flowers are eagerly anticipated that there are even forecasts for it. Japan cherry blossom season wilted by the coronavirus. We are sharing the best places to see cherry blossoms in japan and the best time to see them on this sakura forecast 2020. The new year is fast approaching and if this one was anything to go by, the best time to visit japan for cherry blossoms will be here before we know it. Sakura has been widely acknowledged as one of the most delightful and charming flowers among locals. Sakura or cherry blossom season is one of the most popular times of the year in japan. Regardless of when you come to japan to see cherry blossoms, you should expect the socalled cherry blossom front to start moving from the. Japans best cherry blossom festivals for 2020 with photos. What to know about 2020 cherry blossom season in japan. Cherry blossom season is one of the busiest times of year to travel.
April 3, 2020 the sakura season has arrived in northern japan with cherry blossoms in sendai and fukushima have reached peak bloom. This flowering tree has become so famous that the news reports on the blossom forecast across japan, and people across the whole country find time to go enjoy hanami. The cherry blossom sakura has been celebrated in japan for many centuries and holds a very particular place in japanese culture. The cherry blossom season japan or sakura is one of the countrys top highlights every year when locals and visitors gather to admire the stunning, blooming cherry trees in parks and streets. Sakura season 2018 officially declared in tokyo as first cherry blossoms begin to bloom. You can now enjoy the springtime blossoms without flying to japan. Aug 31, 2016 sakura is japans most iconic flower and when they start to bloom, it is officially springtime. This is due to the warmer climates being located in the south. Slow panning movement on a cherry blossom tree during the day. Japans cherry blossom season famously begins in april and lasts for around two weeks. It is possible to see some late blooming varieties around tokyo or kyoto into midapril and to catch the start of the season up until may in more northern parts of japan.
Since the fiscal and school year both begin in april, in many parts of honshu, the first day of work or school coincides with the cherry blossom season. April is japan s peak cherry blossom, or sakura, season, but the coronavirus has made tourists stay at home. Sakura season in japan is an amazing time to go to hanami a flower viewing party. If youre travelling to japan during the cherry blossom season this year you wont want to miss out on these limited edition sakura products.
For an iconic cherry blossom experience, japan journeys 020 7766 5267. Now that cherry blossom season is here, you can say. Experiencing japans biggest annual event cherry blossom. Cherry blossom season hanami japan 2020 sakura japan. In 1912, 3,020 trees were sent from yokohama to washington, d. The cherry blossom season in japan is a favorite time of year for locals and international travelers alike. Tokyos cherry blossom season officially began on march 14, 2020, when flowers opened on a someiyoshino tree at yasukuni shrine. When the flowers are in bloom, the people of japan begin their new jobs and students enter a new school year. In most major cities in between, including tokyo, kyoto and osaka, the cherry blossom season typically takes place in early april furthermore, the blooming time of cherry trees differs from year to year depending on the weather. The beauty and history of sakura, japans national flower. The cherry blossom will start from the south, at the end of march, in kyushu, where the temperature will begin to rise earlier, and the cherry blossoms will bloom. The cherry blossom season in kyushu takes place from late march to early april. Cherry blossom season is the peak tourist season in japan and both japanese and foreign tourists like to visit osaka during this time. The best time in tokyo and kyoto in 2020 should be the midlate march and the early april.
The best time to visit japan for cherry blossoms revealed. Sakura season also varys by city and even by park because there are dozens of varieties of sakura tree that bloom in different conditions. Sakura or cherry blossoms are one of the enduring symbols of japan. Sakura in sendai in the tohoku region are forecast to open around april 1. The sakura flower, or japanese cherry blossom, is considered japan s unofficial national flower and has been admired by people all across the globe for it undeniable beauty. Here are 6 reasons why you should head down to catch it. The 2020 sakura season in japan has begun, and it is time to begin planning your own hanami blossom viewing excursions. Bloom season begins from the second seven day stretch of march and finishes before.
Brimming with intelligence and ingenuity, the flowering plants all around us herald the coming of the. These japanese castles are best for sakura viewing these guides are being published in installments, from early february to early march. When the icy winter winds turn into cool spring breezes, pink clouds of cherry blossoms burst from japan s sakura trees. From hokkaido to okinawa, the fragile flowers welcome in the warm weather. When to see cherry blossom in japan too 10 places to see cherry blossom in japan. Hanami, flower viewing is the japanese traditional custom of enjoying the transient. The cherry blossom front is forecast each year, previously by the japan meteorological agency and now by private agencies, and is watched with. It is regarded as a symbol of renewal, vitality, and beauty. There are many dozens of different cherry tree varieties in japan, most of which bloom for just a few days in spring. Mar 03, 2020 cherry blossom season is one of the high seasons in japan, and its easy to see why. In 2020, other early bird cities include fukuoka on march 23. Sakura in sendai in the tohoku region are forecast. Flowering plants are intricately woven into the tales and legends of japan, and feature prominently in japanese art and poetry. Come spring, japan s cherry trees, dormant through winter, burst for a few short weeks into shades of pink.
In this blog we will give you an introduction to the expected. Mar 17, 2020 while seeing sakura in full bloom is an incredible experience, not everyone can visit japan in spring. A warm april led to an early season in northern japan. The blooming season for cherry blossoms beings in the south and makes its way to the north.