Spring in Japan is all about cherry blossoms. Japanese sakura season is highly popular and one of the top year’s events in the country. Numbers of cherry blossom festivals are held all across the country at famous spots, and cities are dyed white and pink in their parks, gardens and streets.
But cherry blossom viewing is not the only way to enjoy the sakura in Japan! There are also several cherry blossom flavored food and drinks, as well as cherry blossom themed/related products and even special events where you can have a different and unique cherry blossom experience! From digital art and night illuminations to special food and merchandise, here you have the best cherry blossom events available in Tokyo in 2023 Spring. Let’s check them out!
-teamLab Planets
As it has been a classic for several years now for these dates, the popular digital art museum teamLab Planets will transform two of its artworks, Floating Universe of Flowers and Drawing on the Water Surface Created by the Dance of Koi and People – Infinity into a cherry blossom-theme for a limited time from March 1 to April 30, 2023.
Access: short walk from Shin-Toyosu Station
Tickets: teamLab Planets TOKYO E-Tickets
-NAKED Cherry Blossoms in Shinjuku Gyoen
Shinjuku Gyoen, one of Tokyo’s most famous cherry blossom viewing spots is collaborating with NAKED, INC. are for the first time to create NAKED Sakura Night Garden at Shinjuku Garden. Over 900 cherry trees from 70 varieties blooming in Shinjuku Gyoen will be lit up at night. The event will be held from Friday, March 31 through Sunday, April 23, 2023.
Access: from JR Shinjuku station, south exit walking approx. 10 mins / Shinjuku-Gyoenmae station, exit 1 walking approx. 5 mins / Shinjuku-Sanchome station, exit E5 walking approx. 5 mins
-Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa
Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa is one of the most popular aquarium in Tokyo, with 350 kinds of sea creatures. They have been collaborating with NAKED for some years now, combining aquarium displays with NAKED’s digital art. For Spring NAKED Sakura Aquarium features cherry blossom themed display in the 7 different areas, including the public’s favorite dolphin show for a limited time.
Related article: Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa: Special Events and Discount Tickets
Tickets: Book discount e-tickets for Maxell Aqua Park Shinagawa!!
-Yomiuri Land Jewellumination
Yomiuri Land is the largest amusement park in Tokyo area and it’s specially popular for its winter illumination event Yomiuriland Jewellumination. During Spring the park is holding a special cherry blossom lighting event featuring cherry blossoms and colourful illumination. Visitors can enjoy over 1,000 cherry trees while riding some of attractions during day and the beautiful LED illumination at night.
-MIDTOWN BLOSSOM 2023
Tokyo Midtwon, Tokyo’s biggest entertainment complex, will hold its annual spring event MIDTOWN BLOSSOM 2023, where visitors can enjoy cherry blossom viewing and floral art, from Wednesday, March 15 to Sunday, April 16, 2023. For 2023 edition they will also feature a variety of indoor and outdoor events.
Midtown Garden will feature a “spring walkway” lined with approximately 100 cherry blossom trees and The Singleton Blossom Lounge, an outdoor lounge where visitors can enjoy stylish hanami (flower viewing) in the heart of the city. Besides, The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo will offer original cocktails.
Official Website: https://www.tokyo-midtown.com/jp/event/6418/
-Starbucks Sakura Collection 2023
Starbucks Japan is popular for releasing varios seasonal collections through the year with special beverages and merchandise. Starbucks Japan Sakura Collection with cherry blossom inspired merchandise and flavoured beverages is no doubt the most awaited every year.