Spring in Japan is a magical time, with cherry blossoms (sakura) painting the country in shades of pink and white. This ...

Osaka has many popular sites for enjoying the cherry blossoms of spring, including Osaka Castle Park and Expo ’70 Commemorative Park.

Many consider Osaka Castle Park to be the best cherry blossom site in the Kansai, the august castle creating a perfect backdrop for the blossoms of 3,000 cherry trees. There are 300 trees in the ...

OSAKA--Hordes of visitors descended on Osaka Castle Park, where around 3,000 cherry trees, including the Someiyoshino variety, are now in full bloom.

That’s Maruyama Park, and it’s pure drama! It’s the rockstar of Kyoto’s sakura scene. The illuminated weeping cherry is like a stage performance, and you’ve got front-row seats. Grab some street food, ...

OSAKA, Japan — Normally the start of the cherry blossom season in Osaka Castle Park in Osaka, Japan, would be greeted by crowds of tourists walking up the paths and gates to see the its cherry ...

When it comes to spring beauty, nothing surpasses the sight of cherry blossoms in full bloom, especially when they are illuminated during the night. Add the grandiose view of Osaka Castle as the ...

Osaka Osaka, Japan. A city celebrated for its humming party scene, great restaurants and street food, Osaka is a fantastic place to be when the celebratory cherry blossoms arrive.

OSAKA—Osaka’s cherry blossom season officially started on March 19, tying the earliest record for the flowers set in 2021, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.

Get your fill of cherry blossoms, food and booze in picturesque Osaka. Kate Springer shortlists 10 awesome things to do in the region for an easy escape.