This Mountain National Park Is Japan's Best Cherry Blossom Destination—With 30,000 Trees, Gorgeous Hiking Trails, and Ancient Shrines

Mount Yoshino in Nara Prefecture, Japan, is home to over 30,000 trees and is one of the best places to see cherry blossoms in Japan.

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 55 words · Makayla Taylor

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Cherry blossom seasonin Japan is second to none.

But you should always check the most recentcherry blossom forecastbefore planning a visit.

But its not just the cherry blossoms that make Mount Yoshino so spectacular.

Cherry blossoms covering Mt. Yoshino

Mt. Yoshino is one of the top destinations for cherry blossom viewing in Japan.Credit:Noppawat Tom Charoensinphon/Getty Images