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Cherry Blossom
Springtime in Japan is a high-volume tourist season as people from all over the world travel to the country to view the blossoming of the sakura.
Every year, various places around the country are filled with crowds for a few weeks in April and May, as this seasonal event reaches its peak.
To fully enjoy the sakura experience, be sure to check out the cherry blossom forecast for each region and plan a trip to the following top-rated
cherry blossom viewing spots in different parts of the country.
Hokkaido
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Matsumae Park – With many thousands of sakura trees growing around Matsumae Castle, the Matsumae Park becomes a sight to
behold once the cherry trees bloom in spring.
Goryokaku Fort – A Western-style fortress built during the Edo Period, the Goryokaku Fort occupies a large area that is home to many
hundreds of cherry trees.
Sendai
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Tsutsujigaoka Park – Centrally located in the city of Sendai, Tsutsujigaoka Park is home to a number of sakura tree varieties, including
the weeping forms and Somei Yoshino.
Mikamine Park – With several hundred cherry trees, Mikamine Park is a large, spacious public park that is a popular hangout and venue
for hanami parties.
Red Pagoda with Mt Fuji
Himeji Castle
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