Spring Flowers in Tokyo Guidebook
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This guide highlights the best places to enjoy spring flowers in Tokyo, from February to June!
Why you'll love it: Rent a boat and row beneath the cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Moat near the Imperial Palace. The reflection of the blossoms on the water makes for a picture-perfect moment you’ll never forget.
Chidorigafuchi Green Way
Why you'll love it: Rent a boat and row beneath the cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Moat near the Imperial Palace. The reflection of the blossoms on the water makes for a picture-perfect moment you’ll never forget.
Why you'll love it: Horikiri Iris Garden is a hidden gem in Katsushika City, showcasing over 200 varieties of irises in full bloom from late May to mid-June. The garden’s peaceful atmosphere and vibrant purple, white, and blue flowers make it an ideal spot for a relaxing spring visit.
10 locals recommend
Horikiri Iris Garden
Why you'll love it: Horikiri Iris Garden is a hidden gem in Katsushika City, showcasing over 200 varieties of irises in full bloom from late May to mid-June. The garden’s peaceful atmosphere and vibrant purple, white, and blue flowers make it an ideal spot for a relaxing spring visit.
Why you'll love it: This Edo-era garden offers picturesque spring landscapes, from blossoming plum and cherry trees to serene ponds. Take a tea break in the garden’s tea house while enjoying views of the surrounding skyscrapers.
11 locals recommend
Hama Rikyu Gardens
Why you'll love it: This Edo-era garden offers picturesque spring landscapes, from blossoming plum and cherry trees to serene ponds. Take a tea break in the garden’s tea house while enjoying views of the surrounding skyscrapers.
Why you'll love it: Kameido Tenjin Shrine is famous for its wisteria in late spring. Walk under the fragrant purple blossoms that drape over trellises and capture stunning views of the shrine’s red bridges reflected in the pond below.
10 locals recommend
Kameido-tenjinsha Shrine
Why you'll love it: Kameido Tenjin Shrine is famous for its wisteria in late spring. Walk under the fragrant purple blossoms that drape over trellises and capture stunning views of the shrine’s red bridges reflected in the pond below.
Why you'll love it: Located along the Edogawa River, Koiwa Iris Garden features more than 50,000 irises of various colors, blooming from late May to early June. The spacious garden is perfect for a leisurely stroll, with scenic views that highlight Tokyo’s seasonal beauty.
Koiwa Shobu Garden
Why you'll love it: Located along the Edogawa River, Koiwa Iris Garden features more than 50,000 irises of various colors, blooming from late May to early June. The spacious garden is perfect for a leisurely stroll, with scenic views that highlight Tokyo’s seasonal beauty.
Why you'll love it: Escape the crowds at Komatsugawa Senbonzakura, where a serene promenade lined with cherry blossoms offers breathtaking views. Located along the Arakawa River, this hidden gem provides a tranquil setting for hanami, with fewer people and plenty of space to relax.
Komatsugawa Riverbed
Why you'll love it: Escape the crowds at Komatsugawa Senbonzakura, where a serene promenade lined with cherry blossoms offers breathtaking views. Located along the Arakawa River, this hidden gem provides a tranquil setting for hanami, with fewer people and plenty of space to relax.
Why you'll love it: The Meguro River is lined with cherry blossoms that arch over the water, creating a magical pink canopy. During the Nakameguro Sakura Festival, the area comes alive with lantern-lit evening strolls and food stalls selling springtime treats.
15 locals recommend
Meguro River Cherry Blossoms
Why you'll love it: The Meguro River is lined with cherry blossoms that arch over the water, creating a magical pink canopy. During the Nakameguro Sakura Festival, the area comes alive with lantern-lit evening strolls and food stalls selling springtime treats.
Why you'll love it: Visit Nezu Shrine in late April for its vibrant azalea festival. Thousands of blooming azalea bushes in shades of pink, red, and white create a breathtaking sight, complemented by the shrine’s traditional architecture.
Nezu Shrine Azalea Garden
Why you'll love it: Visit Nezu Shrine in late April for its vibrant azalea festival. Thousands of blooming azalea bushes in shades of pink, red, and white create a breathtaking sight, complemented by the shrine’s traditional architecture.
Why you'll love it: Shinjuku Gyoen is a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city, offering beautifully manicured gardens with over 1,000 cherry trees in full bloom during spring. It’s the perfect spot for a peaceful stroll or a serene hanami experience.
91 locals recommend
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
Why you'll love it: Shinjuku Gyoen is a tranquil oasis in the heart of the city, offering beautifully manicured gardens with over 1,000 cherry trees in full bloom during spring. It’s the perfect spot for a peaceful stroll or a serene hanami experience.
Why you'll love it: Located just outside central Tokyo, Showa Memorial Park bursts with color during spring. Tulip gardens, cherry blossoms, and spacious lawns make it a top spot for families and flower lovers alike.
11 locals recommend
Showa Kinen Park
Why you'll love it: Located just outside central Tokyo, Showa Memorial Park bursts with color during spring. Tulip gardens, cherry blossoms, and spacious lawns make it a top spot for families and flower lovers alike.
Why you'll love it: With a stunning backdrop of Tokyo Skytree, Sumida Park is a fantastic cherry blossom spot along the Sumida River. Enjoy river cruises, local food stalls, and the festive atmosphere of spring in Tokyo.
29 locals recommend
Sumida Park
Why you'll love it: With a stunning backdrop of Tokyo Skytree, Sumida Park is a fantastic cherry blossom spot along the Sumida River. Enjoy river cruises, local food stalls, and the festive atmosphere of spring in Tokyo.
Why you'll love it: Ueno Park is one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom viewing spots, with over 1,000 trees blooming along its wide paths. Bring a picnic and join locals for hanami (flower viewing) under the pink blossoms. The park also houses museums and a zoo, making it a fun day out.
74 locals recommend
Ueno Park
Why you'll love it: Ueno Park is one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom viewing spots, with over 1,000 trees blooming along its wide paths. Bring a picnic and join locals for hanami (flower viewing) under the pink blossoms. The park also houses museums and a zoo, making it a fun day out.
Why you'll love it: A historic garden in Sumida Ward, famous for its plum blossoms and traditional landscape design. This lesser-known gem offers a tranquil setting to enjoy early spring.
12 locals recommend
Mukojima-Hyakkaen Gardens
Why you'll love it: A historic garden in Sumida Ward, famous for its plum blossoms and traditional landscape design. This lesser-known gem offers a tranquil setting to enjoy early spring.