Information on Nara's cherry blossom season in 2026

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.


up date: 2026/3/25


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:The 2026 cherry blossom blooming forecast will be updated mid March. 

Nara Park
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Nara Park
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Nara Park(Yaezakura)
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Nara Park(Yaezakura)
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HIMUROJINJA
◎: Full bloom
HIMUROJINJA
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Tsukigase
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Tsukigase
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Houtoku-ji temple
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Houtoku-ji temple
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Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
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Saho River
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Saho River
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Nara Palace Site Historical Park
ー: Buds / Beginning to bloom
Nara Palace Site Historical Park
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The Museum of Yamato Bunkakan
◎: Full bloom
The Museum of Yamato Bunkakan
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  • Nara Park
  • Nara Park(Yaezakura)
  • HIMUROJINJA
  • Tsukigase
  • Houtoku-ji temple
  • Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
  • Saho River
  • Nara Palace Site Historical Park
  • The Museum of Yamato Bunkakan

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