Japan’s cherry blossoms expected to bloom earlier due to warmer weather
Destinations Forecasts indicate Tokyo trees in flower as early as mid-March, ahead of Kyoto and Osaka Somei yoshino cherry blossoms are Japan’s most popular and begin to bloom in Tokyo in late March. (Photo by Rie Ishii) YUICHI NITTA February 28, 2026 09:01 JST TOKYO — Travelers and residents wanting to see this year’s sakura — … Read more