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:2025/3/26

Nara Park
ー: Buds
Nara Park
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Nara Park(Yaezakura)
ー: Buds
Nara Park(Yaezakura)
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HIMUROJINJA
〇: 70% in bloom
HIMUROJINJA
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Tsukigase
ー: Buds
Tsukigase
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Houtokuji Temple
ー: Buds
Houtokuji Temple
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Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
ー: Buds
 Rohto Field (Konoike Athletic Stadium)
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Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival
ー: Buds
Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival
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Nara Palace Site Historical Park
ー: Buds
Nara Palace Site Historical Park
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The Museum Yamato Bunkakan
ー: Buds
The Museum Yamato Bunkakan
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  • Nara Park
  • Nara Park(Yaezakura)
  • HIMUROJINJA
  • Tsukigase
  • 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
  • Houtoku-ji temple
  • 〈cancel〉Enjoy the avenue of cherry blossoms illuminated at night: Saho River Kawaji Sakura Festival

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