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2025/02/26
After a cold winter, the warm spring season – when cherry blossoms are in full bloom – is just around the corner. Isn't it about time to start planning your cherry blossom viewing and exploring Osaka's best spots? In this article, we introduce 15 famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Osaka. We've included both popular locations that draw large crowds and hidden gems, so use this guide as your reference for this year's cherry blossom viewing.
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Hanahaku Memorial Park, located in Tsurumi Ward, Osaka City, is a place where you can forget the hustle and bustle of downtown Osaka and enjoy seasonal flowers. Hanahaku Memorial Park is divided into areas such as a large lawn, a windmill hill, and a rose garden, and is crowded with many cherry blossom viewing visitors during the cherry blossom season. More than 1,400 of the cherry blossoms in the park are Yoshino cherry trees, and the cherry blossom season is usually from late March to early April. Among the cherry blossom viewing spots, the cherry blossom tunnel on the east side of Oike is beautiful and recommended.
Hanahaku Memorial Park
"Osaka Castle Park" is a classic park in Osaka, with a castle tower at its center, surrounded by a moat and greenery. It is also a famous spot for plum and cherry blossoms, and approximately 300 cherry trees, mainly Yoshino cherry trees, are planted in "Nishinomaru Garden" within the park. You can also enjoy the illuminated cherry blossoms and Osaka Castle at night. The flowering period of Yoshino cherry trees is usually from late March to early April. How about visiting Osaka Castle Park when the cherry blossoms are in full bloom? Look for the best shot of cherry blossoms with Osaka Castle in the background.
Osaka Castle Park
"The Japan Mint Cherry Blossom Passage" has a history of over 140 years and is a beloved cherry blossom viewing spot. The 560-meter-long walkway is lined with cherry blossoms in full bloom, creating a breathtaking sight. In addition, the retro building reminiscent of the Meiji era (1868–1912) makes for a fantastic photo opportunity. Enjoy the unique cherry blossom experience that you won’t find at other spots in Osaka, and plan your visit during the typical bloom season from early to mid-April.
Walking through the cherry blossoms at the Mint Bureau
Riverside Park stretches 4.2 kilometers from Kemaaraizeki on the Okawagawa River to Temmabashi Bridge downstream. There are many people walking, running, and picnicking around "Kema Sakuranomiya Park" in any season, and it is a spot crowded with cherry blossom viewing visitors in the spring. Along the right bank, there are buildings representative of the early Meiji period, such as the Japan Mint and Izumpukan, which are a highlight and give you a sense of history. The blooming period for cherry blossoms is usually from late March to mid-April.
Kema Sakuranomiya Park
"Tempozan Park" is a park where you can find Mt. Tempozan, which is famous as a low mountain with an altitude of 4.5 meters. Osaka's popular tourist spot, "Kaiyukan (Osaka Aquarium)", is nearby, but the park itself is a calm space where you can spend a relaxing time. There is also a monument, "Meiji Emperor Observation Site Monument", built in the park where Emperor Meiji observed the warships of the new government at Tempozan in the first year of the Meiji era. The blooming period is usually from late March to early April, so why not stop by while touring Kaiyukan?
Tempozan Park
At "Suminoe Park", you can enjoy cherry blossoms a little earlier than other spots. The usual flowering period is from early February to early April. The park holds various events that families and couples can enjoy during the cherry blossom viewing season. You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in February with red plum blossoms, or you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while having a barbecue during the warm season around April. Please find a way to enjoy cherry blossom viewing that suits you.
Cherry blossoms at Suminoe Park
This park is located near Japan's largest Nintoku-tenno-ryo tumulus and Richu-tenno-ryo tumulus, which has been selected as one of Japan's "100 Best Historical Parks." There are more than ten ancient tombs in the park, and it is unique in that you can enjoy the park's nature while learning about the history of that time. There are also approximately 1,000 cherry blossom trees in the park, making it a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in Sakai City. The usual blooming period is from late March to early April, and you can enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms, including the early blooming Shirohigan Weeping and the classic Yoshino cherry trees.
Daisen Park
Approximately 4000 black pines that grow throughout "Hamadera Park" are listed as one of Japan's 100 Famous Pines. The Rose Garden inside the park is rare in Japan, and the tunnel of cherry blossoms that runs south from the entrance is breathtakingly beautiful. Many types of cherry blossoms can be seen at "Hamadera Park", including Yoshino, Yamazakura, Weeping Cherry, and Daisenzakura, and you can enjoy comparing the different types of cherry blossoms. The usual flowering period is from late March to early April. How about enjoying the cherry blossoms at Hamadera Park while swaying by the beach breeze?
Hamadera Park
"Settsukyo Park" is a scenic spot with strangely shaped rocks, cliffs, waterfalls, etc., stretching for approximately 4 kilometers along the middle reaches of the Akutagawa River. The park is suitable for hiking trails and is crowded with visitors even outside of the cherry blossom viewing season. On the south side of "Settsukyo Park", there is a cherry blossom plaza where you can enjoy about 230 cherry blossom trees. The usual cherry blossom blooming period is from late March to early April. Why not take a hike and enjoy the great nature and cherry blossom viewing that you won't believe you are in Osaka?
Settsukyo Park
In "Expo'70 Commemorative Park", "the Tower of the Sun", "the EXPO'70 Pavilion", and "the Osaka Japanese Folk Crafts Museum", all from the time of the Osaka Expo, remain. It is a place where you can admire many flowers and plants throughout the year and enjoy the scenery of each season. From around mid-March, Higan-zakura and Kanhi-zakura, followed by Yoshino, begin to bloom. There are many fun things to do during the cherry blossom viewing season, such as the illumination of the cherry blossoms at night, food trucks, and miscellaneous goods stores. Please enjoy cherry blossom viewing according to the event period.
Expo 70 Commemorative Park
Mt. Satsuki, where "Satsukiyama Park" is located, is 315.3 meters above sea level and is a famous spot for cherry blossoms, azaleas, and autumn leaves. There are many things to see, including hiking and the Satsukiyama Zoo, whose tagline is "the world's most heart-warming zoo.""The usual flowering period is from late March to early April. You can also enjoy a barbecue at Midorikaedai, where you can see the cherry blossoms. This is an attractive spot where you can have fun, including friends and family, no matter who you invite. Please come and visit it.
Satsukiyama Park
"Katsuo-ji Temple" is renowned for its Kachi Daruma doll (winning daruma) and as one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots. The cherry blossom season spans from early to late April. In March, the temple grounds are filled with Hikan cherry blossoms, and by April they burst into bloom with a variety of blossoms—including graceful old weeping cherry, double, Sato, and wild cherry blossoms. Covering about 80,000 tsubo (approximately 264,000 square meters), the temple is a power spot where you can feel the energy of nature as soon as you step onto its grounds. Why not enjoy the cherry blossoms and experience this natural power for yourself?
Katsuo-ji Temple
”Fukakita Ryokuchi Park", located in Daito City, Osaka, is a green park where you can usually enjoy recreation and sports. In spring, cherry blossoms bloom, and the atmosphere of the park changes. The cherry blossoms are illuminated at night, and you can enjoy a fantastic view of them throughout the park. The flowering period of Yoshino cherry trees is usually from late March to early April. You can enjoy a variety of cherry blossoms, including the classic Yoshino cherry, Kawazu cherry, and Oshima cherry. Please enjoy cherry blossom viewing during the Cherry Blossom Festival in late March.
Fukakita Ryokuchi Park
"Kishiwada Castle" is said to have been built by Takaie Wada, a member of Masashige Kusunoki's family, during the Kenmu Restoration period. The original castle tower was destroyed by lightning, and the current one was rebuilt in 1954. The Honmaru and Ninomaru ruins are now Chikiri Park. The combination of the historic atmosphere of "Kishiwada Castle" and the illuminated cherry blossoms at night is a spectacular sight. The blooming period is usually from late March to early April, so we recommend visiting during this time.
Kishiwada Castle
It is said that during the Edo period, the Tokugawa Kishu family established the first post station on the Kishu Kaido road for Sankin-Kotai in this area. Cherry trees were first planted along the Yamanaka River in the 1960s, and now approximately 1,000 beautiful cherry trees create a stunning row of blossoms. The cherry blossom season lasts from late March to mid-April. "Yamanakadani Pass Cherry Blossom Festival" is held at Wanpaku Kingdom, attracting many visitors with a variety of events. At night, the cherry blossoms are illuminated, offering a different and enchanting atmosphere.
Yamanakadani Pass
This time, we introduced 15 famous cherry blossom viewing spots in Osaka. Each location has a different blooming period, and there are various ways to enjoy them, including historical sites, seasonal events, barbecues, and nighttime illuminations. Whether you're visiting with friends, family, or a partner, choose the perfect spot to enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a way that suits your occasion.
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Hanahaku Memorial Park
5-minute walk from Tsurumi-ryokuchi subway station
Osaka Castle Park
A short walk from Osaka Castle Park Station on the JR Osaka Loop Line
Walking through the cherry blossoms at the Mint Bureau
1-1-79 Tenma, Kita Ward, Osaka City *The entrance through the cherry blossoms is the south gate. About 15 minutes walk from Temmabashi Station on the Keihan Main Line (East ticket gate/Exit 14) About 15 minutes walk from JR Tozai Line "Osakajokitazume" station (Exit 3)
Kema Sakuranomiya Park
[train] JR Loop Line Kyobashi Station/Sakuranomiya Station JR Tozai Line Osakajokitazume Station Keihan Main Line Kyobashi Station Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line Kyobashi Station [bus] Osaka City Bus Route 10 Katamachi/Higashinoda Route 36 Higashinoda/Sakuranomiyabashi Route 34 Kemabashi Route 78 Nakanomachi 4-chome/Genyatsuhashi Route 83 Miyakojima Hondori 1-chome/Miyakojima Bridge
Tempozan Park
7-minute walk from OsakaMetro Osakako Station
Cherry blossoms at Suminoe Park
[Train] 7-minute walk from Suminoe Koen Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line *Parking available, 64 spaces (390 yen for 1 hour, 500 yen for 2 hours, 100 yen increase for each hour thereafter)
Daisen Park
300m from Mozu Station on the JR Hanwa Line *Parking available for 438 spaces
Hamadera Park
[Train] 3-minute walk from Nankai Electric Railway Hamadera Koen Station [Car] Immediately from Hamadera IC on the Hanshin Expressway
Settsukyo Park
From JR Kyoto Line Takatsuki Station, take the city bus bound for Tsukawaki for 20 minutes, get off at Tsukawaki, and walk for 10 minutes
Expo 70 Commemorative Park
5-minute walk from Osaka Monorail Banpaku Kinen Koen Station
Satsukiyama Park
[train] Hankyu Railway Takarazuka Line, get off at Ikeda Station, 15 minutes walk [bus] 5-minute walk from Hankyu Bus bus stop No. 4 "Satsukiyama Koen Daikoji" bus stop
Katsuo-ji Temple
Approximately 35 minutes by Hankyu bus from Kita-Osaka Kyuko "Senri Chuo Station" and get off at "Katsuoji-mae" stop.
Fukakita Ryokuchi Park
[car] Get off at Keihan 2nd Neyagawa IC or Neyagawa Minami IC and head south on National Route 170. [train] Get off at Nozaki Station or Shijonawate Station on the JR Gakuentoshi Line. 15 minutes walk.
Kishiwada Castle
7-minute walk from Takojizo Station on the Nankai Main Line
Yamanakadani Pass
Right next to Yamanakakei Station on the JR Hanwa Line
