Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025
The Cherry Blossom Forecast for 2025 has just been updated! This year’s cherry blossoms are on track to bloom a bit later than usual in most locations.
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Sakura Forecasts
Cherry blossoms are a beautiful sight that brings joy and excitement nationwide. The vibrant pink Sakura blooms refresh the landscape, marking the long-awaited arrival of spring.
Cherry blossoms have a special meaning in Japan. They represent renewal, the fleeting nature of beauty, and the excitement of a new beginning.
If you want to visit Japan and see these beautiful flowers, keep in mind that the full bloom of the cherry blossoms varies from year to year and city to city.
Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025
Sapporo
Winter lasts longer in the northern city of Sapporo. So the cherry blossoms here show off their best blooms later than the rest of Japan. Current forecasts are now suggesting that Sapporo’s sakura season will start on April 26 and be in full bloom by April 30, 2025.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 4/26 (5/1) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/30 (5/6) |
Tokyo
Tokyo is one of the most sought-after destinations to see cherry blossoms, and typically experiences full bloom around the end of March or beginning of April.
For 2025, experts currently predict that Tokyo will start to bloom on March 24, and reach its floral peak on March 31 and run through the first week of April.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/24 (3/24) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 3/31 (3/31) |
Kanazawa
Kanazawa is along the Sea of Japan, and typically has cooler weather in the spring. The cooler temperatures mean that the cherry blossoms usually appear in early April.
The current forecasts for 2025 predict the blossoms will be right on schedule. The flowers are expected to start blooming by April 4, and then be in full bloom by April 9.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 4/4 (4/3) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/9 (4/8) |
Nagoya
Cherry blossoms in Nagoya typically bloom in early April, and the current forecasts for 2025 predict it to be only slightly later than usual. The flowers are expected to start blooming by March 26, and then be in full bloom by April 5.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/26 (3/24) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/5 (4/2) |
Kyoto
Kyoto, the cultural heart of Japan, transforms each spring with Sakura blossoms. These delicate flowers turn parks, mountains, riverbanks, and historical sites into scenic masterpieces. The current forecast for 2025 suggests full blossoming will be slightly later than expected, with the first buds opening on March 29 and full bloom on April 6.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/29 (3/26) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/6 (4/4) |
Nara
Nara, one of Japan’s ancient capitals, offers a unique stage for the 2025 Sakura season. Nara Park, home to free-roaming deer and historic temples, transforms into a myriad of vibrant hues as its cherry trees bloom. The first blooms for Nara are expected on March 31, and full bloom is predicted to be on April 7.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/31 (3/28) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/7 (4/4) |
Osaka
Amidst historic castle grounds and energized city life, Osaka allows you to immerse yourself in both timeless tradition and modern vibrance. Predictions for 2025 are set for flowering to start on March 29 and full bloom to occur on April 6.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/29 (3/27) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/6 (4/4) |
Kobe
Close by, in the port city of Kobe, the Sakura trees are expected to start blooming on March 30, and estimated to be in full bloom around April 7.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/30 (3/27) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/7 (4/5) |
Okayama
Okayama Korakuen, one of Japan’s three great gardens, is mesmerizing as cherry trees burst into bloom. The first blooms are expected to be slightly later than average, showing up on April 1, with full bloom anticipated to be on April 8.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 4/1 (3/28) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/8 (4/4) |
Hiroshima
Hiroshima, a city renowned for its moving past, finds rebirth and rejuvenation in the radiant hues of the cherry blossoms. In 2025, the city of peace is expected to see its first blooms on March 28 and experience full bloom on April 6.
| Expected flowering date (average) | 3/28 (3/25) |
| Expected full bloom date (average) | 4/6 (4/3) |
Sakura Forecast App
Remember, the Cherry Blossom Forecast 2025 is dependent on weather changes, and the blossoms themselves only last a week or two. Plan accordingly to ensure your timing aligns with Japan’s cherry blossom season.
If you’re serious about seeing the best blossoms, there is a Sakura Navi App that provides forecasts of flowering and full bloom dates of cherry blossoms all over Japan.
Sakura’s fleeting beauty is its charm. Their delicate blooms captivate us briefly, reminding us of life’s precious moments and constant change.
Experiencing cherry blossom season feels special. It invites us to reflect on life’s temporary nature and reminds us to cherish what we have while it lasts.
So come and experience Japan’s 2025 Sakura season and let it take you on an unforgettable journey.
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