When spring approaches, Japan is covered in cherry blossoms. Various types of cherry blossoms bloom, such as Somei Yoshino, Shidarezakura, and Yamazakura, and they fascinate people. Cherry blossoms are also designated as the national flower of Japan, and many tourists from all over the world visit Japan to see them.

There are many famous cherry blossom spots in Japan. Ueno Park in Tokyo, Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, and Yoshinoyama in Nara are famous, but there are also many hidden gems. For example, Hitsujiyama Park in Saitama Prefecture is a絶景 spot with 1 million cherry blossoms in bloom. Hirosaki Park in Aomori Prefecture is also a great place to enjoy cherry blossoms, as it has various types of cherry blossoms in addition to Somei Yoshino, such as weeping cherry blossoms and double cherry blossoms.

The cherry blossom season is from late March to early April. You can check the cherry blossom forecast on the Japan Meteorological Agency website. Why not visit Japan to see the cherry blossoms?