Best Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan (Spring)

Sakura season is Japan's most celebrated natural phenomenon — 10-14 days when cherry blossoms blanket the country in pale pink. These 10 spots balance scenic beauty with accessibility. Peak bloom varies by latitude: Okinawa (January-February), Tokyo/Kyoto (late March-early April), Hokkaido (early May). Check bloom forecasts obsessively and book hotels 6 months early for the best spots.