February–MarchKawazu Cherry Blossom Festival
Tokyo & Around ・ Izu
Usually early February to early March (about one month). Peak bloom is usually mid- to late February
Cherry Blossoms · Tokyo & Around
Nakagawa River Cherry Blossoms (Matsuzaki)
Matsuzaki, West Izu, ShizuokaRiverside🌸 Typical peak: Late Mar – Early Apr✦ Night sakura
Overview
Overview
About 1,200 Somei-yoshino line the Naka River in Matsuzaki, West Izu, for about 6 km. A spring highlight of Izu, it lets you enjoy a long riverside avenue of cherry blossoms together with large flower fields planted in rice paddies.
- Address
- Naka, Matsuzaki-cho, Kamo-gun, Shizuoka 410-3626
- Time needed
- 1–1.5 hours
Area weather
IzuWeather and what to wear in Izu →Tours & tickets for this areaPR
Peak Time
When to See the Blossoms
Typical peakUsually late March to early April
February
March
April
May
Bloom dates shift with each year’s temperatures. Check the official websites of Matsuzaki Town and the Matsuzaki Tourism Association for the latest conditions
Peak times are typical guides. Blooming and full bloom shift with each year’s temperatures.
Highlights
Highlights
Near the Naka Bypass, flower fields covering about 52,000 m² of rice paddies spread out, and their contrast with the cherry avenue is the highlight. During the bloom period, the cherry trees along the bypass are illuminated so you can also enjoy night sakura.
📷 Best views
Cherry avenue along the Naka River
An avenue of Somei-yoshino about 6 km long
Flower fields in the rice paddies
About 52,000 m² of flower fields near the Naka Bypass, with the cherry avenue
Illumination
Night illumination
- Period
- Usually during the bloom period
The cherry avenue along the bypass is illuminated
Admission
Admission
WalkingFree
Prices may change. Check the official website before you go.
Tips
Tips for travelers
- ✓An Izu cherry blossom spot you can enjoy in the Somei-yoshino season, later than the Kawazu-zakura (February–March)
- ✓The avenue is long, so focusing your walk around the flower fields is an efficient way to see it
Access
Getting there
- Nearest station / bus stop
- Sakurada bus stop (Nishi-Izu Tokai Bus)About a 3 min walkAbout 44 min by bus from Izukyu-Shimoda Station; about 4 min by bus from Matsuzaki Bus Terminal
- From major stations & airports
- Izukyu-Shimoda Station: Nishi-Izu Tokai Bus (toward Matsuzaki / Dogashima), get off at Sakurada (About 44 min)
- By car & traffic restrictions
- Temporary flower field parking and Roadside Station Hana no Sanseien Izu Matsuzaki (both free)
- Getting back
- Buses are infrequent, so check the return times in advance
Crowds
Crowds & best times
- Busiest
- On weekends at peak bloom, the parking lots around the flower fields get crowded
- Quieter times
- Weekday mornings
Weather
Temperature & what to wear
- Typical temperatures
- Ajiro (eastern Izu) normals: March high 14.2°C, low 6.6°C; April high 18.8°C, low 10.9°C (JMA)
- What to wear & bring
- Even if the day is warm, it gets cold during night sakura hours, so bring a jacket
Where to Stay · Agoda
Places to Stay near Nakagawa River Cherry Blossoms (Matsuzaki)PR
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ロッジ モンド
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PR8.7ゲストハウス イトカワ
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ペンション サーフライダー
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Events
Events & festivals in Izu
February–March
February–DecemberAtami Fireworks Festival
Tokyo & Around ・ Izu
Usually held a dozen or more times a year in spring (April–May), summer (July–August), autumn (September–November), and winter (December–February). Each show runs around 20:20–20:40 (from 20:15 in July and August)
Next show: Oct 25, 2026 (Sun), followed by Nov 8, Nov 23, Dec 6, Dec 25, and Feb 21, 2027 (all 20:20–20:40)
JuneAttractions
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ZooIzu Shaboten Zoo
Tokyo & Around ・ Ito / Izu Kogen
This zoo in Izu Kogen lets you enjoy animals alongside cacti and succulents. Ring-tailed lemurs and peacocks roam freely, so you can get unusually close to the animals.
Cherry Blossoms
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✦ Night sakura
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Famous single treePeak 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
