The beautiful and captivating views of Sakura flowers (cherry blossom) in Japan depict the beauty of life. This short-lived blooming flower signifies youth, hope, and rebirth. Not only are Japanese people welcoming this season with great joy, but people from all over the world are also celebrating it enthusiastically. Here are some places where you can see cherry blossoms bloom worldwide.

In some countries, March is spring and the time for flowers to bloom. A popular celebration of welcoming spring is hanami in Japan. Due to the popularity of this event, Japanese people usually predict when the cherry blossoms will bloom because these flowers do not bloom for a long time (which only lasts one to two weeks).

Hanami (flower viewing) has been a tradition of the Japanese people since ancient times. Cherry blossom festivals in Japan differ based on location and time of day. The celebrations are held according to local tradition, and the blossoming periods vary across regions.

Sakura flowers are no longer limited solely to Japanese culture. These beautiful flowers that symbolize the cycle of life mean peace and friendship universally. Other nations also host exciting cherry blossom festivals as exciting as Japan.

In Japan, Hirosaki Park is a haven for thousands of cherry trees, creating a magnificent view. There are dozens of cherry blossoms, including the Somei Yoshino, Shiddarezakura, and Yaezakura cherry blossoms. The scenery of the 400-year-old Hirosaki old Castle, combined with the blooming of the cherry blossoms, is a sight you must see.

The best time to travel is during the Hirosaki Sakura Matsuri. Hirosaki Sakura Matsuri is when more than 2,000,000 visitors enjoy the cherry blossoms while visiting the park. Moreover, Aso Kuju National Park is one of Japan's best places to experience cherry blossoms.

You can also see the National Cherry Blossom Festival in the USA. This celebration owes thanks to Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo's gift of Japanese cherry trees. With more than 3,000 cherry trees, you are witnessing beautiful and enchanting pink flowers.

People may see many events during the festival, including parades, concerts, fireworks, kite festivals, and special exhibitions. You can visit popular spots for viewing cherry trees during this festival, such as Tidal Basin, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, and the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.

Besides, you can visit the Masturi Sakura Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Traditional and contemporary Japanese culture is celebrated here. The dozens of different varieties of cherry blossoms make this place unique.

You also can see cherry blossoms in Europe. Paris is more than just a beautiful and luxurious city. You can see cherry blossoms stretching from the Champs de Mars across the Eiffel Tower to Cole Militaire. Cherry blossoms also decorate the Eiffel Tower in the sweet spring.

The pink and white flower petals looked like a beautifully painted landscape. The charming Eiffel Tower and the beautiful cherry blossoms can attract many tourists from all over the world. The best time to visit is from early March to late April.

In Australia, you can celebrate cherry blossoms at Cowra Japanese Garden. The largest five-acre park in the Southern Hemisphere is located in Cowra. Sakura trees will bloom at their peak in September. During this festival, you will witness various Japanese cultures, such as Tai Chi, Taiko drummers, Ikebana Performances, Torsion, and Karate.

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Next, you can visit a park located in the city of Curitiba, Brazil.

Parana's state capital, also a tourist attraction, has been home to many Japanese immigrants. In June, you can see a view of the parallel Sakura trees on the paths of the Curitiba Botanical Gardens. You can also see beautiful cherry trees at Praça do Japão, Parque Tangua, and Jardim Botanico.

In Spain, the beautiful valley of Jerte with white Sakura blooms for two weeks. The valley close to Caceres (Extremadura) shines in March. The villagers host the annual Fiesta del Cerezo en Flor festival to welcome tourists. The scenic beauty of the cherry blossoms also lasts during June and July when the cherry blossoms are red.

Queen Elizabeth Park, Canada, is also a place worth visiting to see cherry blossoms, to be precise, at the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival. This 52-acre park is also Vancouver's highest point, standing 152 meters above sea level. The park has 40,000 different types of cherry trees and cherry blossoms that bloom within two months. During this annual festival, the garden will be decorated with colorful lanterns, which makes this place very beautiful at night.

Kungstradgarden Park, located in central Sweden, dates back to the Middle Ages. This historical park is home to delicate pink cherry blossoms. In 1998, sixty-three Japanese Sakura trees were planted here. They bloom in April and April 22nd is Stockholm's annual Hanami Cherry blossom festival.

Events organized by the Japan Association include Sakurakoren (Sakura Choir), Origami, Japanese Food, Kyodo Demonstrations (Japanese Archery), and other performances. People enjoy this event with walks under the blooming cherry trees, picnics, or relaxing under the blossoming trees. This is one of the best places to see Cherry Blossoms worldwide.

Almost like the culture in Japan celebrates the beauty of cherry blossoms, this annual festival celebrates the beauty of the blooming cherry blossoms. The blooming of the cherry blossoms lasts only a week, so this momentum is a very memorable moment. The streets of Jinhae are overgrown, with around 340,000 cherry trees.

This celebration is carried out when the entire area in Jinhae becomes pink due to the beauty of the cherry blossom petals. The festival lasts a week while the cherry blossoms are still in bloom. At this festival, visitors can take a walk to enjoy the city that has cherry blossom roofs, and residents of Jinhae open many culinary and craft stalls.

Those are some places where you can see cherry blossoms bloom around the world. Seeing cherry blossoms blooming in different parts of the world and capturing those fleeting yet beautiful moments is worth adding to your travel bucket list. Remember to plan all your vacation needs with Traveloka!