Spring: Cherry Blossom Season in Tokyo
Cherry Blossom Season in Tokyo
Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo | Stay at ANA InterContinental Tokyo
Tokyo cherry blossom season typically runs from late March to early April, when thousands of sakura trees bloom across the city.
If you are planning to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo, location matters.
ANA InterContinental Tokyo is centrally located, offering easy access to the best sakura spots in Tokyo within 15–25 minutes by subway.
From historic gardens to riverside promenades and famous hanami parks, you can explore multiple cherry blossom locations in one day.
Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Tokyo
Near ANA InterContinental Tokyo
🌸ARK HILLS (Sakura-zaka & Spain-zaka)
Cherry Blossoms Just Outside the Hotel
ANA InterContinental Tokyo is located within the ARK Hills complex, allowing guests to experience cherry blossoms just steps from the hotel. During cherry blossom season, approximately 220 cherry trees bloom along a scenic promenade stretching about 1 kilometer, creating one of central Tokyo’s most elegant sakura-lined streets.
🌸SHINJUKU GYOEN
- Access:Shinjuku Gyoenmae station (15 min by subway)
- Opening hours: 9:00a.m. to 5:30p.m.
- Admission: JPY500
Shinjuku Gyoen features more than one thousand cherry trees of over a dozen different varieties, including numerous early and late blooming trees. There are spacious lawn areas, and the atmosphere is calm and peaceful. Thanks to the early and late blooming trees, Shinjuku Gyoen is a good hanami destination for those who miss the main season by a week or two. Alcoholic drinks are prohibited.
🌸UENO PARK
- Access:Ueno Station (20 min by subway)
- Illumination: Until 10:00p.m.
Ueno Park is one of the most famous places to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo, featuring around 1,000 sakura trees along the main promenade toward Tokyo National Museum and around Shinobazu Pond. During peak cherry blossom season, lanterns line Ueno Park’s main promenade, creating a lively hanami atmosphere that continues into the evening.
🌸CHIDORIGAFUCHI
- Access: Kudanshita Station (15 min by subway)
- Illumination: Until 10:00p.m.
Hundreds of cherry trees decorate the moats of former Edo Castle around Kitanomaru Park, creating one of Tokyo’s most outstanding cherry blossom sights. Boats are available for rent, but picnics are not allowed. Trees are lit up in the evenings. Many food stands can be found nearby, where another thousand cherry trees are planted.
🌸SUMIDA PARK
- Access: Asakusa Station (15 min by subway)
- Illumination: Until 9:00p.m.
The park stretches for a few hundred meters along both sides of Sumida River with views of the Tokyo Sky Tree. Some food stands are available. Cherry blossom viewing can also be enjoyed from boats that cruise the river. Trees are lit up in the evenings.
🌸YOYOGI PARK
- Access: Meiji-Jingumae station (15 min by subway)
Yoyogi Park is one of the most popular parks in Tokyo where a number of events are held through the year. It’s also extremely popular for cherry blossom viewing and picnics during the season. The park is accessible from Shibuya and Harajuku areas.
🌸MEGURO RIVER
- Access: Meguro Station (15 min by subway)
- Illumination: Until 8:00p.m.
Meguro River is lined with around 800 cherry trees stretching for approximately 4 km, forming one of Tokyo’s most iconic sakura tunnels. During cherry blossom season, evening illuminations enhance the atmosphere, and the area remains one of the city’s busiest cherry blossom destinations throughout the bloom period.
🌸KOISHIKAWA KORAKUEN
- Access: Korakuen station (15 min by subway)
- Opening hours: 9:00a.m. to 4:30p.m.
- Admission: JPY 300
A few dozen cherry trees, including a beautiful, prominently located weeping cherry tree stand around Koishikawa Korakuen, one of Tokyo’s most attractive traditional Japanese landscape gardens. Note that the weeping cherry tree typically reaches full bloom a few days before the other trees.
*Access times shown are approximate subway ride times and may vary depending on walking routes and transfers.
*Times and details may change. Please confirm the latest information on each venue’s official website.
Your Ideal Base for Cherry Blossom Season in Tokyo
Cherry blossom season is one of the most popular travel periods in Japan.
With a central location in ARK Hills, newly renovated guest rooms, one of Tokyo’s largest Club InterContinental Lounges, and 13 restaurants and bars on site, ANA InterContinental Tokyo offers an exceptional base for exploring Tokyo in full bloom.
Early reservations are strongly recommended during peak sakura season.
