Cherry Blossom Tokyo 2026 - Complete Sakura Guide & Itinerary

Think of this 3-5 days route through cherry blossom Tokyo 2026 as a calm, clockwork loop. Mornings are crisp; afternoons suit slow garden walks under blossom canopies. We'll keep transfers short, stack sights by area, and leave room for spontaneous finds. We’ll keep detours in pocket: a café with kissaten flair and a calm shrine when crowds swell. You’ll start at 06:00 with ueno park for early morning cherry blossom viewing in Ueno Park, Tokyo. Booking: No booking required. Tip: Go early for best cherry blossom photos. Midday brings at 12:00 with chidorigafuchi moat for boat rides under sakura in Chidorigafuchi, Tokyo. Booking: Boat rides require advance booking. Tip: Mid-day is peak cherry blossom viewing time. Later at 18:00 with meguro river for illuminated cherry blossoms in Meguro River, Tokyo. Booking: No booking required. Tip: Evening sakura viewing is magical but crowded. Wear broken‑in walking shoes to avoid blisters. Carry a refillable water bottle; convenience stores will keep you topped up.

Tokyo bookings vary by venue and week. Weekend slots sell out—book 2–3 weeks ahead. Reserve marquee meals 2–4 weeks out and observation decks 3–7 days out; allow buffers for weather. Wear broken‑in walking shoes to avoid blisters. Carry a refillable water bottle; convenience stores will keep you topped up.