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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYSakura· Annual
Yoshino Senbon Zakura
吉野千本桜
Nara · Kansai
30,000 Yoshino cherry trees draped across four mountain zones create an otherworldly layered blossom panorama. Free shuttle brings visitors to midway stations; best view is from Kimpusen-ji gate.
- Dates
- April 5–15Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Nara · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Kintetsu Yoshino Station (Yoshino Line)
- Crowd level
- National attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
Happens every year
What to expect
The slopes of Mount Yoshino are awash with pink and white, as 30,000 cherry trees bloom in a breathtaking cascade. The air is filled with the delicate scent of sakura, creating a serene and ethereal landscape.
Best viewing tips
For the best view, head to the Kimpusen-ji gate. Visit in the morning for softer light and fewer crowds. Use the free shuttle to access midway stations and explore different elevations. The organiser sets this edition's dates closer to the time — confirm before you travel.
How to get there
From Shin-Osaka Station · ~1h 17m by car
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