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Spring in Japan

What is spring like in Japan? Spring highlights a new beginning in Japan, such as a new school year or the first day of work. Many people in Japan celebrate this season of renewal, which consists of cherry blossoms, blooming scenery, and exquisite festivals.

The spring season in Japan is most popularly associated with cherry blossoms (sakura). Sakura is the most renowned flower of the country, and its blooming period is arguably the most sought-after sites to see in Japan. This flourishing season also marks a sense of rebirth. Around this time, particularly in April, many employees start their new jobs and students begin a new school year. Spring is also the best time to relish in Japan's thriving gardens, where you can see tulips, azaeleas, and more. The weather is quite pleasant, but sweaters and cardigans are recommended.

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Visiting Japan in March
Visiting Japan in March allows travelers to see cherry blossoms only in certains parts of Japan. During this time, particularly the end of March, the peak of cherry blossoms is primarily in the southern parts of Japan. This includes Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Shikoku, Hiroshima, and Kyushu. Our tour packages take you to the most popular sites in these areas to view sakura. Other areas in Japan experience the cherry blossom season during different times in the spring, beginning in the south before moving to the northernmost part of Japan.

Visiting Japan in April
The graceful period of cherry blossoms continues in Tokyo, Kyoto, Nara, Osaka, Shikoku, Hiroshima, and Kyushu during early April. In mid-April, the cherry blossoms begin to bloom in the Japanese Alps area, such as Takayama, Shirakawago, and Kanazawa. Then, in mid to late April, cherry blossoms move to the Nikko and Tohoku area. Finally, Hokkaido experiences the cherry blossom season beginning in late April. Visit Japan in April to see the Miyako Odori, the Takayama Spring Festival, the Wisteria Tunnel at Kawachi Fuji Gardens, and the Great Wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park.

Visiting Japan in May
There are still chances to see the last of the cherry blossoms during early May in Hokkaido, as well as the Wisteria Tunnel at Kawachi Fuji Gardens and the Great Wisteria at Ashikaga Flower Park. From early May to mid-May, visitors can see the increasingly popular Baby Blue Eye Flowers at Hitachi Seaside Park. On May 15th, tour to the elegant Aoi Festival, one of Kyoto's most famous festivals. Our Japan tour packages in May also take you to the Fuji Shibazakura Festival and the Shibazakura Festivals of Hokkaido.

Japan Spring Tours

Travelers on our Japan Spring Tours can expect pleasant weather conditions and flourishing natural scenery. Cherry blossoms begin to peak in certain parts of Japan during March, following up to May. Although many attractions revolve around cherry blossom viewing during the spring, Japan has many other beautiful sights to offer. Flowers like tulips, azaeleas, wisteria, shibazakura, and more are in full bloom. The most excellent Japanese festivals (matsuri) also take place during this time. Tour to Japan in the spring, where everything comes to life.

Select from a variety of our Japan Spring Tours to enjoy cherry blossom viewing and more. Our tour packages include the best attractions to appreciate Japan's thriving scenery and culturally-rich sites.

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Japan Deluxe Tours

Visit the must see sites of Japan with group sizes ranging from 12 to 35 people.

These tours are great for first time visitors to Japan looking for comfortable accommodation with all entrance fees and most meals included. Our Japan Deluxe Tours are accomodated with professional tour guides, fluent in both Japanese and English, to ensure an educational and valuable visit. Air-conditoned, private coaches are also included, so you can enjoy a comfortable and hassle-free time in Japan. Our tours range from 7 to 21 days, to various regions of Japan.

Deluxe-Plus Small Group Tours

Experience the culture of Japan at a slower pace with groups of 10 to 18 people.
(Smaller group departure available)

These tours combine enrichment, enjoyment, and education with time to truly absorb and appreciate your surroundings. Our Deluxe-Plus small group tours are created to cater to those who are interested in having a deeper understanding of Japan's culture. You will have the opportunity to participate in culturally rich activities and visit destinations only locals may know. Experience luxurious hotels and travel at a leisurely pace when you book a Deluxe-Plus small group tour.

Budget Group Tours

Our Budget Tours are designed for our guests who are on a limited budget.

Explore the must-see sights and enjoy the hassle-free trip to Japan at an affordable price. Our most cost-effective way to see the highlights of Japan while staying in budget-friendly accommodations. If you would like to have a quick stop to sample the must-see sights of Japan, or plan to explore Japan on your own but would like to take a short trip to learn about Japan before your self-guided journeys. These are the tours for you.

Active Small Group Tours

Travel Japan more flexibly in groups of 6 to 13 people using public transportation.

Explore Japan off the beaten path via Japanese public transportation, walking, hiking, cycling and more. Take more time to enjoy local experiences and picturesque landscape. Our Active Small Group Tours combine the best of cultural destinations with off-the-beaten-path via Japanese public transportation, Discover the country of Japan the way the locals do and see Japan from a different angle. A focus on getting away from the crowds and into the real Japan, see the diversity of Japan’s countryside unfold before your eyes.

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Hokkaido, Tohoku & Central Japan (Reverse): 
Takayama Festival & Cherry Blossoms

Group Tour | Deluxe          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe    Book Now & Save $100

Hokkaido, Tohoku & Central Japan (Reverse): Takayama Festival & Cherry Blossoms
Hokkaido, Tohoku & Central Japan (Reverse): Takayama Festival & Cherry Blossoms

16 Days 15 Nights | from US $6698.00

Central Japan (Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa-go / Takayama / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Nikko), Tohoku (Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel), Hokkaido (Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo)
Travel on a cherry blossom filled journey through Honshu and Hokkaido, and experience the Takayama Spring Festival.

16 Days 15 Nights | from US $6698.00

Central Japan (Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa-go / Takayama / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Nikko), Tohoku (Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel), Hokkaido (Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo)
Travel on a cherry blossom filled journey through Honshu and Hokkaido, and experience the Takayama Spring Festival.
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Thu. Apr 11, 2024 Fri. Apr 26, 2024 US $6698.00 Osaka Sapporo Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Fri. Apr 11, 2025 Sat. Apr 26, 2025 US $6698.00 Osaka Sapporo Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Signature: Essence of Japan - Wisteria & Fuji 
Shibazakura 
Festival

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus          Book Now & Save $200

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus    Book Now & Save $200

Signature: Essence of Japan - Wisteria & Fuji Shibazakura Festival
Signature: Essence of Japan - Wisteria & Fuji Shibazakura Festival

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $6898.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Ashikaga / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Travel to Japan's main cities and rural regions with a chance to see the Great Wisteria Tree and captivating Shibazakura with a maximum group size 16 guests.

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $6898.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Ashikaga / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Travel to Japan's main cities and rural regions with a chance to see the Great Wisteria Tree and captivating Shibazakura with a maximum group size 16 guests.
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Mon. May 6, 2024 Wed. May 15, 2024 US $6898.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Mon. May 5, 2025 Wed. May 14, 2025 US $6898.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Signature: Essence of Japan Cherry Blossom Tour

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus          Book Now & Save $200

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus    Book Now & Save $200

Signature: Essence of Japan Cherry Blossom Tour
Signature: Essence of Japan Cherry Blossom Tour

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $7098.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Hakone / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
See Japan's top attractions, and indulge in cultural experiences with a maximum group size 16 guests.

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $7098.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Hakone / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
See Japan's top attractions, and indulge in cultural experiences with a maximum group size 16 guests.
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Mon. Apr 1, 2024 Wed. Apr 10, 2024 US $7098.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Mon. Mar 24, 2025 Wed. Apr 2, 2025 US $7098.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Signature: Essence of Japan - Takayama Spring Festival 
& 
Cherry Blossom Tour

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus          Book Now & Save $200

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus    Book Now & Save $200

Signature: Essence of Japan - Takayama Spring Festival & Cherry Blossom Tour
Signature: Essence of Japan - Takayama Spring Festival & Cherry Blossom Tour

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $7098.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Hakone / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Attend the beautiful Takayama Spring Festival, visit the best spots to see cherry blossoms, and indulge in cultural experiences with a maximum group size 16 guests.

10 Days 9 Nights | from US $7098.00 (Limit to 16 guests)

Tokyo / Hakone / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Attend the beautiful Takayama Spring Festival, visit the best spots to see cherry blossoms, and indulge in cultural experiences with a maximum group size 16 guests.
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Thu. Apr 11, 2024 Sat. Apr 20, 2024 US $7098.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Sold Out
Fri. Apr 11, 2025 Sun. Apr 20, 2025 US $7098.00

Small Group Limited to 16 passengers

Tokyo Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Japan Pottery & Art Tour

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus    Book Now & Save $100

Japan Pottery & Art Tour
Japan Pottery & Art Tour

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8598.00 (Limit to 12 guests)

Toho Village / Sasebo / Hasami / Arita / Karatsu / Bizen / Kurashiki / Yasugi / Naoshima / Takamatsu / Kobe / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Find inspiration during a 14-day Japan Pottery and Art tour stopping at major arts destinations: the small pottery towns at Karatsu, Toho Village, Arita, Bizen, Sasebo, and Hasami plus Kurashiki, Naoshima Island, Takamatsu, Kobe, Osaka, Ikaruga (Nara) and Kyoto.

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8598.00 (Limit to 12 guests)

Toho Village / Sasebo / Hasami / Arita / Karatsu / Bizen / Kurashiki / Yasugi / Naoshima / Takamatsu / Kobe / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto
Find inspiration during a 14-day Japan Pottery and Art tour stopping at major arts destinations: the small pottery towns at Karatsu, Toho Village, Arita, Bizen, Sasebo, and Hasami plus Kurashiki, Naoshima Island, Takamatsu, Kobe, Osaka, Ikaruga (Nara) and Kyoto.
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Wed. May 29, 2024 Tue. Jun 11, 2024 US $8598.00

Small Group Limited to 12 passengers

Fukuoka Kyoto Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Wed. May 28, 2025 Tue. Jun 10, 2025 US $8598.00

Small Group Limited to 12 passengers

Fukuoka Osaka Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Japan Garden & Art Tour: Cherry Blossoms

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe-Plus    Book Now & Save $100

Japan Garden & Art Tour: Cherry Blossoms
Japan Garden & Art Tour: Cherry Blossoms
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14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8598.00 (Limit to 12 guests)

Himeji / Yasugi / Matsue / Kurashiki / Seto Ohashi Bridge / Takamatsu / Naoshima / Bizen / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo
The Garden and Art Cherry Blossoms Tour offers you the most magnificent of Japan's gardens in one of the loveliest seasons, guided by our garden-knowledgeable guide, including a trip to Naoshima Art Island.

14 Days 13 Nights | from US $8598.00 (Limit to 12 guests)

Himeji / Yasugi / Matsue / Kurashiki / Seto Ohashi Bridge / Takamatsu / Naoshima / Bizen / Osaka / Nara / Kyoto / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo
The Garden and Art Cherry Blossoms Tour offers you the most magnificent of Japan's gardens in one of the loveliest seasons, guided by our garden-knowledgeable guide, including a trip to Naoshima Art Island.
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Mon. Mar 25, 2024 Sun. Apr 7, 2024 US $8598.00

Small Group Limited to 12 passengers

Osaka Tokyo Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Mon. Mar 24, 2025 Sun. Apr 6, 2025 US $8598.00

Small Group Limited to 12 passengers

Osaka Tokyo Deluxe-Plus Save this tour Book Now  
Japan Spring Highlights: Cherry Blossoms, 
Shibazakura, Snow Monkeys & Snow Corridor

Group Tour | Deluxe          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe    Book Now & Save $100

Japan Spring Highlights: Cherry Blossoms, Shibazakura, Snow Monkeys & Snow Corridor
Japan Spring Highlights: Cherry Blossoms, Shibazakura, Snow Monkeys & Snow Corridor

21 Days 20 Nights | from US $8798.00

Shiraoi / Noboribetsu / Lake Toya / Hakodate / Matsumae / Mori / Kuromatsunai / Niseko / Otaru / Asahikawa / Biei / Furano / Sapporo / Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Yudanaka / Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Kyoto / Nara / Osaka / Himeji / Kurashiki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Obokekyo Gorge / Kotohira / Takamatsu / Kobe
This tour is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Japan's most important and famous locations as well as its hidden gems and rural locations.

21 Days 20 Nights | from US $8798.00

Shiraoi / Noboribetsu / Lake Toya / Hakodate / Matsumae / Mori / Kuromatsunai / Niseko / Otaru / Asahikawa / Biei / Furano / Sapporo / Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Matsumoto / Yudanaka / Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route / Takayama / Shirakawa-go / Kanazawa / Kyoto / Nara / Osaka / Himeji / Kurashiki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Obokekyo Gorge / Kotohira / Takamatsu / Kobe
This tour is designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Japan's most important and famous locations as well as its hidden gems and rural locations.
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Wed. May 1, 2024 Tue. May 21, 2024 US $8798.00 Sapporo Osaka Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Thu. May 1, 2025 Wed. May 21, 2025 US $8798.00 Sapporo Osaka Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Cherry Blossoms & 
Wisteria

Group Tour | Deluxe          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe    Book Now & Save $100

Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Cherry Blossoms & Wisteria
Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Cherry Blossoms & Wisteria
10 reviews
10 reviews

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Nagasaki / Takachiho / Beppu / Kitsuki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Takamatsu / Kurashiki / Himeji / Kobe / Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa-go / Takayama / Matsumoto / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Ashikaga / Nikko / Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel / Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo
Follow a cherry blossom route through Kyushu, Shikoku, Honshu, & Hokkaido and see Japan's beautiful wisteria flowers too.

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Nagasaki / Takachiho / Beppu / Kitsuki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Takamatsu / Kurashiki / Himeji / Kobe / Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa-go / Takayama / Matsumoto / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Ashikaga / Nikko / Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel / Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo
Follow a cherry blossom route through Kyushu, Shikoku, Honshu, & Hokkaido and see Japan's beautiful wisteria flowers too.
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Mon. Apr 15, 2024 Mon. May 6, 2024 US $8998.00 Fukuoka Sapporo Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Grand Tour of Japan: Cherry Blossoms, Baby Blue Eyes & 
Aoi Festival

Group Tour | Deluxe          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe    Book Now & Save $100

Grand Tour of Japan: Cherry Blossoms, Baby Blue Eyes & Aoi Festival
Grand Tour of Japan: Cherry Blossoms, Baby Blue Eyes & Aoi Festival
10 reviews
10 reviews

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Sapporo / Otaru / Shiraoi / Noboribetsu / Lake Toya / Hakodate / Seikan Tunnel / Morioka / Hiraizumi / Matsushima / Nikko / Hitachi Seaside Park / Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Hikone / Koka / Kyoto / Nara / Osaka / Himeji / Kurashiki / Takamatsu / Shimanami Kaido / Hiroshima / Kitsuki / Beppu / Takachiho / Nagasaki
Take the ultimate journey to Japan during cherry blossom season, see the baby blue eye flowers, and view the elegant Aoi Festival.

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Sapporo / Otaru / Shiraoi / Noboribetsu / Lake Toya / Hakodate / Seikan Tunnel / Morioka / Hiraizumi / Matsushima / Nikko / Hitachi Seaside Park / Tokyo / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Hikone / Koka / Kyoto / Nara / Osaka / Himeji / Kurashiki / Takamatsu / Shimanami Kaido / Hiroshima / Kitsuki / Beppu / Takachiho / Nagasaki
Take the ultimate journey to Japan during cherry blossom season, see the baby blue eye flowers, and view the elegant Aoi Festival.
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Fri. May 3, 2024 Fri. May 24, 2024 US $8998.00 Sapporo Fukuoka Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Takayama Spring 
Festival & Cherry Blossom Tour

Group Tour | Deluxe          Book Now & Save $100

Group Tour | Deluxe    Book Now & Save $100

Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Takayama Spring Festival & Cherry Blossom Tour
Grand Tour of Japan (Reverse): Takayama Spring Festival & Cherry Blossom Tour
10 reviews
10 reviews

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Saga / Nagasaki / Takachiho / Beppu / Kitsuki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Takamatsu / Kurashiki / Himeji / Kobe / Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa- go / Takayama / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Omiya / Nikko / Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel / Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo
Celebrate the cherry blossom season by traveling to all four of Japan's main islands plus the Takayama Spring Festival.

22 Days 21 Nights | from US $8998.00

Saga / Nagasaki / Takachiho / Beppu / Kitsuki / Hiroshima / Shimanami Kaido / Takamatsu / Kurashiki / Himeji / Kobe / Nara / Kyoto / Kanazawa / Shirakawa- go / Takayama / Mt Fuji / Hakone / Tokyo / Omiya / Nikko / Matsushima / Hiraizumi / Kitakami / Morioka / Seikan Tunnel / Hakodate / Lake Toya / Noboribetsu / Shiraoi / Otaru / Sapporo
Celebrate the cherry blossom season by traveling to all four of Japan's main islands plus the Takayama Spring Festival.
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Fri. Apr 5, 2024 Fri. Apr 26, 2024 US $8998.00 Fukuoka Sapporo Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
Sat. Apr 5, 2025 Sat. Apr 26, 2025 US $8998.00 Fukuoka Sapporo Deluxe Save this tour Book Now  
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