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07/02/2018

Japan’s Cherry Blossoms 2018 Forecast: When & Where to Catch Them?

Ready to swoon over these delicate pink blooms? Here are the top places and best dates to witness Japan’s iconic sakura in spring 2018!

Springtime in Japan is synonymous with the arrival of blooms blanketing the nation with various shades of white and pink. These famous cherry blossoms draw epic-sized crowds from around the globe, all eager to be a part of this quintessential hanami (flower appreciation) experience.
It can be pretty tricky to time your trip to coincide with the sakura blooming season as they are subjected to natural factors such as weather and unprecedented rainfall. Even though they generally follow an upward shift from the south to the north of the archipelago, cherry blossoms in different parts of the city peak at different times.
To minimise frustrations and optimise trip planning, follow this handy forecast of Japan’s cherry blossoms in 2018 based on the different prefectures!

Okinawa : Mid of January
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Nago Castle Park, Nakijin Castle, Yogi Park

Tokyo : March 29 to April 4
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Ueno Onshi Park, Shinjuku Gyoen, Sumida Park, Koganei Park, Inokashira Park, Yoyogi Park

Kyoto : April 5 to April 11
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Maruyama Park, Philosopher’s Path, Kyoto Gosho, Shirakawa, Arashiyama, Daigoji Temple

Osaka : April 5 to April 11
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Kema Sakuranomiya Park, Osaka Mint Bureau, Osaka Castle Park

Nara : April 6 to April 12
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Nara Park, Mount Yoshino, Koriyama Castle Park

Kobe : April 7 to April 13
Best cherry blossom-viewing spots: Gokoku Shrine, Egeyama Park

Remember to plan your trip according to these optimal viewing periods to boost your chances of ogling at the dreamy full blooms. Most travellers would book their hotels around two months in advance – but trust us: the earlier, the better!

And the most important thing is, Don’t forget to plan your Trip in Japan with “Palapa Mitra Utama” (PalapaMU), Your trusted Business and Traveling Partner is Japan.

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Autumn Is Coming!!!

During the peak of the autumn season in Japan, the leaves of the maple trees and ginkgo trees turn red and yellow in concert presenting you with beautiful scenery at every turn. Of course, there’s nothing wrong with visiting traditionally famous places to enjoy the autumn leaves, but what about trying something different this year? For example, you can take a walk down historical streets and enjoy the autumn colours, and in some places you can take in a panoramic autumn view while soaking in a hot spring. There are many ways to enjoy the autumn leaves.

Come and enjoy autumn in Japan with Palapa Mitra Utama, Your trusted Business and Travel Partner in Japan.

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