＊You can also read this article in Korean and Taiwanese. Please click on the links below.벚꽃이 마지막으로 피는 곳, 홋카이도의 벚꽃 구경 명소櫻花最後盛開的地方-北海道賞花勝地Go to Featured Articles Top PageSpring in the North: A Trip to Hokkaido to Welcome Cherry Blossoms in BloomHokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan, is known for its magnificent natural beauty and rich cultural appeal. However, spring is also one of the most anticipated seasons in Hokkaido, as this is the time when the entire island is decorated with gorgeous cherry blossoms. Due to its northernmost location, the cherry blossoms in Hokkaido bloom later compared to Honshu island, making April to May the peak season (varies depending on the cherry blossom variety).Top 5 SAKURA (Cherry Blossom) Viewing Spots in Hokkaido 2024①+② Hakodate City: Cherry Blossom Road & Goryokaku Special Historical SiteThe Hakodate Cherry Blossom Road is one of the most well-known cherry blossom viewing spots in Hokkaido. Located on the hillside of Mt. Hakodate, this road is planted with thousands of cherry trees on both sides. Every spring, when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the entire road is covered with a sea of gorgeous pink flowers, and the view is breathtaking. At night, the cherry trees are illuminated by lights, creating an ethereal nighttime cherry blossom scene.Right next to Goryokaku Tower, the "Goryokaku Special Historical Site" is also one of the premier cherry blossom viewing spots in Hakodate. Inside Goryokaku, there are approximately 1,500 cherry blossom trees, mainly of the Somei Yoshino variety. Every year during the cherry blossom season, the area becomes bustling with locals and tourists enjoying hanami. After experiencing ground-level cherry blossom viewing, be sure to observe Goryokaku from the observation deck of Goryokaku Tower.③Sapporo City: Hokkaido Shrine and Maruyama Park Hokkaido Shrine and Maruyama Park have been beloved cherry blossom spots in Sapporo for a long time, popular for hanami (flower viewing). Hokkaido Shrine has approximately 1,100 cherry trees, and Maruyama Park has 120, but the flowering and full bloom periods vary depending on factors such as the types of cherry blossoms, planting locations, and sunlight exposure.④Asahikawa City: Asahiyama Park Next to Asahiyama ZooAsahiyama Park is located adjacent to Asahiyama Zoo and spreads across the slopes at the foot of Mt. Asahi in Asahikawa City. The hilly terrain, with many natural forests, offers splendid panoramic views. It is an ideal spot for family activities like hiking, and from early to mid-May, you can enjoy approximately 3,500 Ezo-yamazakura (Ezo mountain cherry blossoms) and a colony of katakuri (dogtooth violets). The Asahiyama Yozakura Festival takes place in early May each year with featured illuminations.⑤Biei Town: The Sakura Festival Venue in Biei, Ikoigamori ParkBiei Town is a famous scenic spot in Hokkaido, known for its magnificent natural landscapes and idyllic countryside. In spring, many cherry blossom trees bloom in the farmlands and countryside of Biei Town, creating a picture-perfect landscape. Visitors can enjoy cherry blossoms and get in touch with nature along the country roads and fields of Biei Town.Check the Cherry Blossom Blooming Forecast!Read the following article for information on the cherry blossom forecast in Japan!Must-See for Travelers! 2025 Cherry Blossom Bloom Forecast SummaryDiscovering Famous Cherry Blossom Spots in HokkaidoDiscover popular cherry blossom viewing spots and renowned locations for cherry blossoms in Hokkaido. Explore them along with recommended restaurant information nearby!Here are restaurants where you can make reservations directly through our website.
