Is Cherry Blossom Festival a public holiday in Japan?

Cherry Blossom Festival is a Festival in Japan, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.

When is Cherry Blossom Festival 2026?

Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 falls on March 25, 2026 – April 7, 2026.

Cherry Blossom Festival is locally known as "桜祭り" in Japan.

Name: Cherry Blossom Festival
Start: 2026-03-25
End: 2026-04-07
Location: tokyo

桜祭り

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 – Tuesday, April 7, 2026Check 2027 dates →

🏛️

Discover more local festivals and events in tokyo.

Country: Japan
Scope: Nationwide
City: tokyo
Type: Festival
Gazetted: No — not an official day off
Month: March 2026
Date may vary: ±1 days (Subject to official confirmation)
Avoid booking non-refundable travel on these exact dates. Check closer to the date for confirmation.

Impact Description: This is a cultural festival. Business hours may vary in the local area.

Springtime hanami celebrations of cherry blossoms in parks such as Ueno and Shinjuku Gyoen.

Is Cherry Blossom Festival a public holiday in Japan?: Cherry Blossom Festival is a Festival in Japan, but it is not an official public holiday. Most businesses remain open.
When is Cherry Blossom Festival 2026?: Cherry Blossom Festival 2026 falls on March 25, 2026 – April 7, 2026.
What is Cherry Blossom Festival called locally in Japan?: Cherry Blossom Festival is locally known as "桜祭り" in Japan.

Source: Curated festivals (LLM)Manual