Best places to see sakura in Osaka and insider tips

Everything you need to know to make the most of your experience.

Even the cherry tree along the street is so pretty. (Source: Lim Yian Lu)

Spring in Osaka is pure magic, with fluffy pink and white cherry blossoms, better known as sakura, covering the city like a dream. If it’s your first time visiting during cherry blossom season, you’re in for a treat! Here’s everything you need to know about the best spots to see sakura in Osaka and some tips to make the most of your experience.

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When is the cherry blossom season in Osaka?

Cherry blossoms in Osaka typically bloom around late March, with full bloom usually happening one week later, around the first few days of April. The beautiful flowers will then last for another week before falling from the tree.

However, the bloom timing varies each year depending on the weather. Based on the latest forecast on 6 March, Osaka is expecting its sakura…