With the arrival of spring, cherry blossoms will be in full bloom all over the country. Why not go to a spot where you can enjoy the cherry blossoms with your beloved family, your dog or cat?
This time, we will introduce recommended spots by area across Japan where you can enjoy cherry blossom viewing with your pet.
🗼【Kanto area】
🌸 Ueno Park (Tokyo)
The vast grounds and rows of cherry blossom trees are attractive. It's perfect for walking with pets. There are also many pet-friendly cafes in the area.
🌸 Showa Memorial Park (Tachikawa, Tokyo)
There is a dog run available. There are plenty of spring flowers such as cherry blossoms and tulips to enjoy with the whole family.
🌸 Kamakura, Dankazura (Kanagawa Prefecture)
The cherry blossoms stand out against the historic streetscape. A great place for a leisurely walk with your pet.
🏯【Kansai area】
🌸 Osaka Castle Park (Osaka Prefecture)
A popular spot where you can enjoy the beautiful contrast between the castle and the cherry blossoms. Relax in the square.
🌸 Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park (Osaka Prefecture)
Famous as the Flower Expo Memorial Park, the park has spacious lawns where pets can relax.
🌸 Togetsukyo Bridge, Arashiyama (Kyoto Prefecture)
The cherry blossom trees along the river and the natural surroundings are a highlight. The quiet early morning hours are especially recommended.
🌸【Chubu Area】
🌸 Tsuruma Park (Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture)
One of Nagoya's most famous cherry blossom viewing spots. You can spend a relaxing time with your pet.
🌸 Kanazawa Castle Park (Ishikawa Prefecture)
The historical scenery and cherry blossoms come together. It's also nice to take commemorative photos while strolling with your pet.
🌸 [Hokkaido and Tohoku area]
🌸 Maruyama Park (Sapporo, Hokkaido)
A park rich in nature and with a sense of openness. You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a relaxed atmosphere in Hokkaido in spring.
🌸 Hirosaki Park (Aomori Prefecture)
A nationally famous cherry blossom viewing spot. Walking through the cherry blossom tunnel with your pet is a true spring luxury.
🏞️【Chugoku/Shikoku area】
🌸 Shukkeien Garden (Hiroshima Prefecture)
Enjoy cherry blossom viewing in a tranquil Japanese garden. Recommended for those who want to spend some relaxing time with their pets.
🌸 Ritsurin Garden (Kagawa Prefecture)
The contrast between the picturesque scenery and the cherry blossoms is appealing, allowing you to fully enjoy spring in Kagawa.
🌸 [Kyushu area]
🌸 Ohori Park (Fukuoka Prefecture)
A place of relaxation for local residents, with beautiful cherry blossoms blooming along the lakeside. Pets are allowed and it is easily accessible.
🌸 Kumamoto Castle Park (Kumamoto Prefecture)
Take a commemorative photo with the cherry blossoms and the castle in the background. There are well-maintained walking routes, so you can feel safe.
🐶To make cherry blossom viewing even more enjoyable
- Don't forget to wear a lead
- Be sure to take any droppings or trash home with you.
- Don't forget to be considerate of people who don't like pets.