Information on Nara's cherry blossom season in 2025

Here are some recommended spots in Nara City to enjoy cherry blossoms, along with their blooming status.

Cherry blossoms typically start blooming around late March, beginning with the weeping cherry tree at Himuro Shrine. In various locations throughout the city, they reach their peak around early April.


ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom

△: 50% in bloom

〇: 70% in bloom

◎: Full bloom

×: Falling / End of the season

Cherry blossom information

Information update date:2025/5/1

Nara Park
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Nara Park
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Nara Park(Yaezakura)
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Nara Park(Yaezakura)
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HIMUROJINJA
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HIMUROJINJA
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Tsukigase
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Tsukigase
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Houtokuji Temple
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Houtokuji Temple
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Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
×: Falling / End of the season
 Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
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Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival
×: Falling / End of the season
Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival
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Nara Palace Site Historical Park
×: Falling / End of the season
Nara Palace Site Historical Park
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The Museum Yamato Bunkakan
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The Museum Yamato Bunkakan
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  • Nara Park
  • Nara Park(Yaezakura)
  • HIMUROJINJA
  • Tsukigase
  • Houtokuji Temple
  • Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
  • Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival
  • Nara Palace Site Historical Park
  • The Museum Yamato Bunkakan

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Flowing through Nara City and Yamatokoriyama City, the Saho River is a famous cherry blossom viewing spot. Along the river is a …
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