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[Spring 2026] Enjoy the spring sightseeing in Nara. Features of Cherry Blossoms and Flowers, Spring Events
Spring 2026 | Spring sightseeing in Nara with cherry blossoms and flowers
In Nara, there are many famous cherry blossoms and spring flowers that can be enjoyed with historical temples and shrines and nature.
Spring in Nara where you can enjoy the taste of the ancient city and the color of spring at the same time. Grand Mercure Nara Kashihara introduces sightseeing spots that you want to visit in the spring of 2026, including Yoshinoyama and Nara Park.
Spring Cherry Blossom Spots to Enjoy in Nara
Yoshinoyama| Nara's most famous cherry blossom spots
Mt. Yoshino, where about 30,000 cherry trees cover the mountain centering on Shiroyamazakura, is a spring landscape that represents Nara. The flowering time varies depending on the altitude difference, and it is also attractive that you can enjoy cherry blossoms for a long time.
[The best time to see] Early April to late April
[Access] About 50 minutes by car from the hotel
Nara Park| Spring Nara where deer and cherry blossoms meet
In Nara Park, Nara-like spring scenery where cherry blossoms, deer, and historical temples and shrines are in harmony spreads. It is a classic spot where you can enjoy while walking.
[The best time to see] Late March to early April
[Access] About 50 minutes by car from the hotel
Yamatokoriyama Castle Ruins| Beautiful contrast between castle and cherry blossoms
At the ruins of Yamatokoriyama Castle, there is a historical spot known as a famous cherry blossom spot. Approximately 800 cherry blossoms are in full bloom around the moat, and it is also called "Goten Sakura". The "Castle Festival" is held at its best, and you can enjoy a variety of events and cherry blossoms at night.
[The best time to see] Late March to early April
[Access] About 50 minutes by car from the hotel
Saho River| A row of cherry blossom trees to enjoy quietly
The row of cherry blossom trees along the river representing Nara City is a famous spring spot loved by locals. Recommended for those who want to enjoy cherry blossoms slowly, such as Furuki, which is over 170 years old, and beautiful cherry blossom tunnels.
[The best time to see] Late March to early April
[Access] About 50 minutes by car from the hotel
Not only cherry blossoms but also spring flower spots in Nara
Tsukigase Bairin| Nara's famous plum spot
Tsukigase Bairin, which stretches along the Nabari River, is one of the best plum spots in Kansai, where about 10,000 red and white plums are in full bloom. The scenery of plums that you can enjoy with the beauty of the valley makes you feel the coming of spring. It is also attractive that you can enjoy it a little earlier than the cherry blossom season.
[The best time to see] Mid-February to March
[Access] About 90 minutes by car from the hotel
Umami Hills Park| Flower park dyed in spring
A city park full of colorful flowers such as tulips and nemophila. It is a flower spot that represents Nara in spring, which is popular for families and photography.
[The best time to see] Early April to mid-April
[Access] About 30 minutes by car from the hotel
Muro-ji Temple| Yamadera Temple where rhododendron blooms
Muro-ji Temple is impressive with rhododendron blooming along the stone steps and the precincts wrapped in silence. You can feel the calm spring Nara, where nature and history are in harmony.
[The best time to see] From mid-April to mid-May
[Access] About 45 minutes by car from the hotel
Kasuga Taisha Shrine| The shrine of wisteria flowers and vermilion
At Kasuga Taisha Shrine, wisteria flowers color the precincts. The elegant scenery of the historic shrine and wisteria is a charm unique to spring.
[The best time to see] Mid-April to early May
[Access] About 50 minutes by car from the hotel
Traditional events that color the spring of Nara
■ Shuni-e, Nigatsu-do Hall, Todai-ji Temple
It is a memorial service that prays for the security of the nation and the prosperity of all people, which lasts for more than 1270 years without interruption. It is known by the name "Omizutori" and "Omatsu torch", and is known as an event that tells Nara the coming of spring.
Date: March 1 to March 14, 2026
Access From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu-Nara Station, get off at "Todai-ji Temple Daibutsuden/Kasuga Taisha Shrine" and walk for 10 minutes.
■ Hina Matsuri of Takatori Castle Town House
In Takatori-cho, the "Takatori Castle Town House Hina Matsuri" will be held to color the old townscape. You can enjoy Hina events mainly in the castle town area of Takatori Castle and Tsubosaka-ji Temple.
Date: February 28 to March 15, 2026
Access Approx. 10 minutes on foot to the venue area of Tsubosakayama Station on the Kintetsu Yoshino Line
■ The special opening of the principal image of the secret Buddha in the spring of Kinmineyama-ji Temple
At Kinmineyama-ji Temple in Yoshinoyama, Kongo Zao Daigongen 3, the main statue of Japan's largest secret Buddha of the national treasure "Hondo / Zao-do" will be specially opened for a limited time in spring. Why don't you see the precious figure that you can't usually see up close, and experience the spring of Nara, which is woven by cherry blossoms and history?
Date: March 24 to May 6, 2026
Access Approx. 50 minutes by car from hotel
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