A Flower Lover’s Guide to Japan: Seasonal Blooms & Best Spots

Japan’s diverse climate and rich flora offer breathtaking floral displays all year round. Whether you love cherry blossoms, wisteria, or rare alpine flowers, there's always something blooming. Here’s your florist guide to enjoying Japan’s flowers in every season.

🌸 Spring (March–May) – Cherry Blossoms & Wisteria

Spring is the most famous flower season in Japan, drawing visitors from all over the world for sakura (cherry blossoms) and other colorful blooms.

Best Flowers & Where to See Them

• 🌸 Cherry Blossoms (Sakura) – Late March to early April

  • 🌟 Tokyo: Ueno Park, Shinjuku Gyoen

  • 🌟 Kyoto: Maruyama Park, Philosopher’s Path

  • 🌟 Hokkaido (late April–May): Goryokaku Park, Matsumae Castle

• 🌿 Wisteria (Fuji) – Late April to early May

  • 🌟 Ashikaga Flower Park (Tochigi) – Japan’s most famous wisteria tunnel

  • 🌟 Kawachi Fujien (Fukuoka) – Stunning wisteria domes

• 🌷 Nemophila (Baby Blue Eyes) – Late April to May

  • 🌟 Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki) – A dreamy blue carpet of flowers

🌻 Summer (June–August) – Hydrangeas, Sunflowers & Lavender

Summer in Japan brings lush, vibrant flower fields, from lavender-covered hills to towering sunflowers.

Best Flowers & Where to See Them

• 🌺 Hydrangeas (Ajisai) – June

  • 🌟 Kamakura (near Tokyo) – Meigetsu-in (Blue Temple)

  • 🌟 Hakone – Hydrangea-covered train route

• 💜 Lavender – July

  • 🌟 Furano (Hokkaido) – Farm Tomita’s lavender fields look like a purple paradise

• 🌻 Sunflowers (Himawari) – July to August

  • 🌟 Hokuryu Sunflower Village (Hokkaido) – Over a million sunflowers!

  • 🌟 Akeno Sunflower Field (Yamanashi) – Stunning flowers with Mt. Fuji in the background

• 🌸 Lotus (Hasu) – July to August

  • 🌟 Shinobazu Pond (Tokyo) – A tranquil lotus paradise

🍁 Autumn (September–November) – Cosmos & Red Spider Lilies

Autumn in Japan isn’t just about fiery maple leaves—it also brings stunning seasonal flowers.

Best Flowers & Where to See Them

• 🌸 Cosmos – September to October

  • 🌟 Showa Kinen Park (Tokyo) – Endless cosmos fields

  • 🌟 Hitachi Seaside Park (Ibaraki) – Cosmos with ocean views

• 🔥 Red Spider Lilies (Higanbana) – Mid to late September

  • 🌟 Kinchakuda (Saitama) – A mystical red sea of flowers

• 🌾 Kochia (Burning Bush) – October

  • 🌟 Hitachi Seaside Park – The hills turn a fiery red

❄️ Winter (December–February) – Plum Blossoms & Camellias

Even in winter, Japan has stunning flowers to enjoy, especially plum blossoms that signal the coming of spring.

Best Flowers & Where to See Them

• 🌸 Plum Blossoms (Ume) – February to early March

  • 🌟 Kairakuen (Ibaraki) – One of Japan’s top 3 gardens

  • 🌟 Kitano Tenmangu Shrine (Kyoto) – Beautiful plum blossom festival

• 🌺 Camellias (Tsubaki) – December to March

  • 🌟 Izu Peninsula – Fields of wild camellias

• 🌹 Winter Peonies (Kan-Botan) – January to February

  • 🌟 Ueno Toshogu Shrine (Tokyo) – Peonies bloom under straw shelters

Tips for Flower Lovers in Japan

✅ Check seasonal bloom forecasts for peak viewing times
✅ Visit flower festivals for special events and local treats
✅ Arrive early to avoid crowds, especially for cherry blossoms
✅ Use Japan Rail Pass for easy travel between famous flower spots

No matter when you visit, Japan’s floral beauty will leave you in awe! 🌸✨