A red weeping cherry in Miharu, Fukushima Prefecture, estimated to be more than 1,000 years old and counted among Japan’s Three Great Cherry Trees. At peak bloom, many people come to see this single giant tree, 13.5 m tall, in flower.
Blooming has tended to come earlier in recent years; the 2019–2023 averages were first bloom on Apr 2 and full bloom on Apr 7. Check the Takizakura bloom updates from the Miharu Machizukuri Kosha for the latest conditions
Peak times are typical guides. Blooming and full bloom shift with each year’s temperatures.
A red weeping cherry of the Edohigan line, this giant tree is 13.5 m tall with a root circumference of 11.3 m. It was designated a National Natural Monument in 1922 (Taisho 11) and is considered one of Japan’s Three Great Cherry Trees, along with the Usuzumi-zakura of Neodani (Gifu Prefecture) and the Yamataka Jindai-zakura (Yamanashi Prefecture). During the illumination period you can also see the Takizakura at night.
Look up at the whole giant tree, whose branches spread about 25 m east to west
A park directly in front of the Takizakura
Viewing until 20:30 during the illumination period
Until 20:30 during the illumination period
Hours can change during the cherry blossom season and for events. Check the official website before you go.
Free for junior high school students and under. Charged from the day after the bloom declaration until the leaves come out
Open only during the viewing season, 850 spaces
Prices may change. Check the official website before you go.
AquariumTohoku ・ Iwaki, Fukushima
An environmental aquarium at Onahama Port in Iwaki. It showcases a wide range of waterside nature and wildlife, from the rivers and sea of Fukushima to the Shiome no Umi, where the Kuroshio and Oyashio currents meet, as well as northern seas and coral reefs. It's open year-round, and a visit typically takes 1.5 to 3 hours.
ExperienceTohoku ・ Iwaki, Fukushima
A hot spring and pool leisure complex in Iwaki, Fukushima Prefecture. A single admission ticket gives access to the Water Park's pools and water slides, the Spring Park hot spring area, the open-air bath Edo Jowa Yoichi, and more. Polynesian shows run from midday into the night, so you can enjoy it on a day trip or an overnight stay.
CastleTohoku ・ Yamagata, Zao & Yamadera
🌸 Typical peak: Early Apr – Mid Apr
RiversideTohoku ・ Ogawara, Miyagi
🌸 Typical peak: Early Apr – Mid Apr
Famous single treeTohoku ・ Morioka & Koiwai
🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Late Apr
Avenue & old townTohoku ・ Kakunodate, Lake Tazawa & Nyuto Onsen
🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Late Apr
CastleTohoku ・ Aizu-Wakamatsu & Ouchi-juku
🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Late Apr
Park
Avenue & old townTohoku ・ Towada
🌸 Typical peak: Mid Apr – Early May
ParkPeak periods, hours, prices and access are based on official sources such as the spot’s own website, local governments and tourism associations. Bloom conditions and event details can change, so check the official website before you go.
Last checked: 2026-10-06
