Japan travel planning

Japan Seasons Guide

Explore Japan by season and region — when each season happens and where to go in every region.

Choose a season, click a region on the Japan map, and see the best timing, weather, highlights, and recommended places.

Selected season

🌸Spring in Japan

March – May. Cherry blossoms, mild weather, flowers, and the new school and work season.

Months: Mar, Apr, May

Cherry blossomsPlum blossomsNemophilaFresh greenerySpring festivals

Click a region

This first version uses major regions instead of prefectures, so it stays simple and easy to read.

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Recommended places

This list updates when you change the season or region.

Ashikaga Flower Park

Tochigi

Famous wisteria destination in spring.

Best time: Late March to early May

WisteriaIllumination

Bloom and foliage dates vary each year with weather; check current forecasts before committing to fixed dates.

Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden

Shinjuku, Tokyo

A spacious central Tokyo garden with many cherry varieties that extend the viewing window.

Best time: Late March to early May

First-time visitorsGardens

Peak weekends and national holidays can be crowded; verify current opening hours and transport details.

Meguro River & Chidorigafuchi

Tokyo

Two of Tokyo’s most famous spring sakura areas, known for riverside walks, moats, and evening blossom lighting.

Best time: Late March, Early April

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Both areas get very crowded during peak bloom, especially after dark and on weekends.

Hitachi Seaside Park

Ibaraki

Famous for blue nemophila flowers around late April to early May.

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