Although it once was used as a private space for the imperial family, the Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is now open to the public. This vast national park covers an area of about 583,000 sq m (6.3 million sq ft). The park opens daily from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. during cherry blossom season.

The remnants of Edo Castle's inner moat are now surrounded by cherry blossoms each spring. The graceful hanging branches of these trees can be enjoyed from the walkways above the water or by boat.

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu Shrine has almost 1,000 years of history, and each of the four seasons at the shrine present unique and beautiful scenery. In spring, the shrine's cherry blossoms create a splendid environment for a leisurely stroll.

The large park surrounding Osaka Castle was built by Toyotomi Hideyoshi in 1583.

The park's 4,300 cherry blossom trees are illuminated at night for one week during the beginning of April, creating elegant surroundings for Osaka Castle.

Legend states that a magician founded this mountain's temple almost 1,500 years ago, carving the Buddha's shape onto the mountain's cherry trees. Since then, Mt. Yoshino has been filled with cherry trees donated by his followers. In spring, almost 30,000 cherry blossoms bloom one after another for about 3 weeks, coloring the entire 8 km (5 mi) ridge cherry pink.