Home to over 400 weeping cherry trees - 162 of which are designated as national natural monuments - Akita Prefecture's Kakunodate is a sight to behold!

Now is the best time to see the wisterias and azaleas at Ashikaga Flower Park!

Niigata's remote Sado island is home to this unique festival, filled with traditional performances from dancing to archery.

Takayama Spring Festival features magnificent processions of performances and floats, from day until night, on April 14th-15th.

The World Heritage Relay Event Executive Committee has announced the "World Heritage Cherry Blossom Relay", which invites travellers to enjoy cherry blossoms across the country while visiting these historic sites.