Cherry Blossom Season in Japan 2027 — When & Where to See Sakura
Japan's cherry blossoms typically peak late March to early April in Tokyo and Kyoto, with the bloom front moving north from Okinawa (late January) to Hokkaido (early May). Official 2027 forecasts publish from January–February 2027 — here's how to plan now.
Across JapanFree — most parks, riverbanks and temple grounds cost nothing to enter; some gardens (e.g. Shinjuku Gyoen) and castle keeps charge a small entry fee, and evening illuminations may have separate hours. As of 2026.