Ultimate 90-Day Japan Sakura Blossom Tour with Local Desserts

Day 1: Sapporo Sakura Start

Sapporo, Japan on May 18, 2025

9:00am

Maruyama Park Cherry Blossoms

Begin your journey by visiting Maruyama Park, famous for its late-blooming sakura trees. It's a scenic spot to enjoy the blossoms surrounded by nature.
JPY0, 2h0m

11:30am

Breakfast at Kinotoya Bake

Try Hokkaido’s signature melon bread and cream puffs fresh from this popular bakery known for its rich custard and light pastry.
JPY500, 1h0m

1:00pm

Visit Hokkaido Shrine

Explore this tranquil shrine surrounded by cherry blossoms and learn about Hokkaido’s Shinto traditions amid blooming nature.
JPY0, 1h30m

3:00pm

Dessert Sampling at LeTAO

Famous for its melt-in-your-mouth cheesecake, LeTAO offers sweet delights perfect for a sakura day treat.
JPY700, 45m

6:30pm

Dinner at Sapporo Beer Garden

Enjoy a lively atmosphere and try the local specialty Jingisukan (grilled mutton) paired with fresh Sapporo beer.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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Day 2: Sapporo to Tokyo Travel

Sapporo to Tokyo, Japan on May 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a traditional Japanese breakfast including grilled fish, rice, miso soup, and pickles to energize your travel day.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Flight from Sapporo New Chitose to Tokyo Haneda

Take a 90-minute flight to Tokyo to start the next leg of your sakura exploration journey.
JPY12000, 1h30m

12:30pm

Check-in to Hotel in Tokyo

Settle into your Tokyo accommodation conveniently located near Sakura viewing spots like Ueno Park.
Varies, 1h0m

2:30pm

Ueno Park Sakura Walk

Explore Tokyo’s iconic Ueno Park famous for its tens of thousands of cherry trees in full bloom and lively hanami atmosphere.
JPY0, 2h0m

4:30pm

Dessert at Saryo Tsujiri

Sample matcha-flavored sweets like parfaits and soft-serve ice cream at this renowned tea shop near Ueno.
JPY800, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Toriyoshi Shoten

Relish specialty yakitori chicken skewers paired with local sake in a cozy traditional setting.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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Day 3: Tokyo Surroundings

Tokyo, Japan on May 20, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yanaka Ginza

Taste authentic street food and pick up local dessert snacks like melon pan and anko-filled treats in this charming old-town area.
JPY800, 1h30m

10:00am

Visit Chidorigafuchi Moat

Walk along the picturesque moat lined with cherry trees, renting a rowboat for a close-up sakura experience is recommended.
JPY600 for boat rental, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Kanda Matsuya

Enjoy handmade soba noodles in a historic Tokyo eatery, perfect after a morning in nature.
JPY1500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Tokyo Skytree and Sumida Park Sakura

Visit the iconic Tokyo Skytree and stroll through Sumida Park where cherry trees frame scenic river views.
JPY2100 for Skytree entrance, 2h30m

6:00pm

Dessert at Jellyfish Desserts

Try innovative and artistic Japanese sweets featuring seasonal sakura flavors, a modern dessert experience.
JPY900, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Gonpachi Nishi-Azabu

Famous as the Kill Bill inspiration, enjoy izakaya-style dining with assorted grilled dishes and sakura-themed cocktails.
JPY4000, 2h0m
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Day 4: Travel to Kyoto

Tokyo to Kyoto, Japan on May 21, 2025

7:30am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Light Japanese breakfast with rice, fish, and tea before your Shinkansen ride to Kyoto.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Shinkansen to Kyoto

Take the high-speed bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto in approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
JPY14000, 2h30m

12:00pm

Check-in to Kyoto Hotel

Stay near Gion for easy access to cherry blossom spots and traditional culture.
Varies, 1h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Nishin Soba Okakita

Try Kyoto-style herring soba, a local specialty blending sweet and savory, ideal for sakura season.
JPY1500, 1h0m

3:00pm

Philosopher's Path Sakura Walk

Stroll along this enchanting canal-side path lined with hundreds of cherry trees, a must during sakura bloom.
JPY0, 2h0m

5:30pm

Dessert at Kagizen Yoshifusa

Sample traditional Kyoto wagashi sweets crafted especially for the cherry blossom season.
JPY800, 45m

7:30pm

Dinner at Pontocho Alley

Dine in one of the atmospheric restaurants along Pontocho Alley, with river views and seasonal menu including sakura dishes.
JPY4000, 2h0m
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Day 5: Kyoto Historic Sakura

Kyoto, Japan on May 22, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Inoda Coffee

Enjoy Kyoto-style hand drip coffee and western-style breakfast near the Imperial Palace.
JPY1000, 1h0m

9:30am

Visit Kiyomizu-dera Temple

Witness cherry blossoms framing this iconic temple and the panoramic views of Kyoto city.
JPY400, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Okonomiyaki Katsu

Try Kansai-style okonomiyaki, a savory pancake filled with cabbage and seafood or meat.
JPY1500, 1h0m

1:30pm

Maruyama Park Picnicking and Sakura Viewing

Relax under cherry trees in Kyoto’s oldest park, perfect for hanami with local snacks.
JPY0, 2h0m

4:00pm

Dessert at Tsujiri Gion

Taste exquisite matcha parfaits and sakura-flavored sweets, famous in Kyoto.
JPY900, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Kaiseki Mizuki

Experience fine Kyoto kaiseki cuisine with seasonal, sakura-inspired dishes in a refined setting.
JPY8000, 2h0m
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Day 6: Osaka Urban Sakura

Kyoto to Osaka, Japan on May 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Traditional Japanese breakfast to start the journey to Osaka.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Train to Osaka

Short 30-minute train trip to Osaka to continue your cherry blossom adventure in a vibrant city atmosphere.
JPY800, 30m

10:30am

Osaka Castle Park

Visit the iconic Osaka Castle surrounded by beautiful sakura trees, a perfect blend of history and blossoms.
JPY600, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Kuromon Ichiba Market

Sample fresh street food and local delicacies including takoyaki and sakura mochi sweets.
JPY2000, 1h30m

2:30pm

Stroll Along the Okawa River

Enjoy a relaxing walk along Okawa River, renowned for its impressive sakura tunnel during blossom season.
JPY0, 2h0m

5:00pm

Dessert at Rikuro Ojisan Cheesecake

Try the famous fluffy cheesecake, a delightful local dessert favorite in Osaka.
JPY600, 30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Dotonbori Street

Explore vibrant Dotonbori side streets and enjoy hearty Osaka fare such as okonomiyaki and kushikatsu with glowing sakura light decorations nearby.
JPY3500, 2h0m
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