Quick Facts
🇯🇵Japan
March 20, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Regional progression: Kyushu late March → Kanto early April → Hokkaido early May. Hanami (flower viewing) parties…

Cherry Blossom Season Japan 2026
March 20, 2026 – April 30, 2026🇯🇵 Japan
About Cherry Blossom Season Japan
Regional progression: Kyushu late March → Kanto early April → Hokkaido early May. Hanami (flower viewing) parties nationwide. Peak bloom lasts ~1 week per region. Hotel prices surge in Kyoto/Tokyo.
Key Details
Date
March 20, 2026 – April 30, 2026
Type
Seasonal
Business Impact
High
Country
🇯🇵 Japan
Related Events in Japan
Mar 20
Vernal Equinox Day(Public Holiday)
Mar 20
Spring Equinox Day(Public Holiday)
Mar 20
Vernal Equinox Day(Public Holiday)
Plan Your Time Off
Long weekends near this holiday — maximize your days off.
春分の日
20–22 March 2026
3 days off
Spring Equinox Day
20–22 March 2026
3 days off
春分の日
20–22 March 2026
3 days off
昭和の日
April 29, 2026 – May 3, 2026
5 days off2 leave day(s)
昭和の日
April 29, 2026 – May 3, 2026
5 days off2 leave day(s)
こどもの日
2–5 May 2026
4 days off1 leave day(s)
みどりの日
2–4 May 2026
3 days off
こどもの日
2–5 May 2026
4 days off1 leave day(s)
振替休日
6–10 May 2026
5 days off2 leave day(s)
Constitution Day (substitute day)
6–10 May 2026
5 days off2 leave day(s)
憲法記念日
6–10 May 2026
5 days off2 leave day(s)
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Cherry Blossom Season Japan 2026?
- Cherry Blossom Season Japan 2026 is March 20, 2026 to April 30, 2026 in Japan.
- Is Cherry Blossom Season Japan a public holiday in Japan?
- Cherry Blossom Season Japan is not an official public holiday in Japan. Most businesses remain open, though tourism areas may be affected.
- How many days is Cherry Blossom Season Japan 2026?
- Cherry Blossom Season Japan 2026 lasts 42 day(s), from March 20, 2026 to April 30, 2026.
- How does Cherry Blossom Season Japan affect business in Japan?
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