Fukuoka
Cherry Blossom Experience
Seasonal Highlights • 4 hours
5.0
(6)
Cherry Blossom Experience
Tickled pink Parks, picnics, and pink flowers Sakura by the seaside
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Visit Fukuoka’s favorite cherry blossom-viewing locations with a local host to guide you
- Shop for your own personalized picnic to be enjoyed under the boughs of a blooming cherry blossom tree
- Take part in a Japanese tradition at one of the most festive times of the year
- Stay in the city center, or head further out to some truly spectacular viewing locations
- Experience the Fukuoka Castle Sakura Festival, where you can shop for snacks and trinkets
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
4 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A traditional Japanese picnic (bento box, shared sushi platter, Japanese sweets, two drinks)
Private and personalized experience
4 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
What’s not included
Food and drinks, other than the ones included above
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Ohori Park Subway Station, Exit 3Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
As March draws to a close and the famous cherry blossoms are newly blooming, Japan’s festive mood is infectious. With a local host leading you down sakura-lined paths, shop for savory snacks and pastel pink mochi – Japanese confections – at the Fukuoka Castle Sakura Festival in Maizuru Park, or head to a konbini supermarket and grab snacks for your makeshift picnic.
Head to one of Fukuoka’s most famous cherry blossom viewing spots like Nishi Park, where hundreds of families gather for hanami picnics under 1,300 trees, or, for an extra-memorable experience, take a 30-minute train ride to Uminonakamichi Seaside Park for a stroll under cherry blossom tunnels, views of multi-colored spring flower gardens, and a fresh ocean breeze.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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See our hosts and guests creating memories
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What travelers think of this experience
Heidi
Jun 2025
Sumire did a great job of working with us in very hot weather to make sure we had a good time, saw a number of sites but also stayed cool. And my kids really loved the shopping! Thanks!
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Brian Yulo
Jun 2025
Luis is a treasure. Great resource to understand Fukuoka and Hakata Culture. Bridging history, culture and the modern history of the city. Great walking tour which speaks to the soul of the place.
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Jacqueline
Jun 2025
Our guide was Mike. He was excellent. Very communicative knowledgeable and informative. We were very tired and weee able to tailor the tour to our liking. Great experience.
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Cynthia
Jun 2025
Good introduction to Fukuoka.
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Tracey
Jun 2025
Ai was very thoughtful and guided us well as I use a wheelchair Very informative Lovely lady. So enjoyed the tour.
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Daniel
Jun 2025
We are so pleased that Sumire was our guide. We cannot thank her enough. As a family with young adult children, she tailor made all of the stopping points. We chose to have a personal guide on our first day in Japan to also help us settle in and understand about the culture and how to enjoy the most of the country. Sumire exceed our every expectation. Our 19 year old son was talking today about how she showed us the ritual at the shrine and how beautiful it was. Thank you Sumire for making it all so special.
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