Tailoring each experience to your wishes by locals who love their city
Cherry blossoms in Japan symbolize renewal, beauty, and the fleeting nature of life—but for locals, it’s also a time to slow down, relax, and enjoy hanami. With a local host, you’ll experience sakura season the way the Japanese do:
Cherry blossom season in Japan is more than just a breathtaking sight—it’s a cultural celebration. Locals gather for hanami (flower viewing), enjoying seasonal treats under the pink canopy. But beyond the famous parks, there are hidden sakura gems, secret picnic spots, and unique traditions that most visitors miss. With a local host, you’ll experience sakura season like the Japanese do—from quiet temple gardens in Kyoto to riverside blossoms in Tokyo. Whether it’s tasting sakura mochi, sipping cherry blossom sake, or capturing the perfect sunset-lit petals, we’ll help you uncover the true magic of this fleeting season.
No two cherry blossom experiences are the same—your perfect sakura day is shaped around you. Whether you want to stroll through Kyoto’s hidden temple gardens, enjoy a private hanami picnic in Tokyo, or capture breathtaking sakura-lined rivers, a local host will craft a day that matches your interests. Taste limited-time seasonal treats, uncover quiet cherry blossom spots away from the crowds, and immerse yourself in the traditions that make sakura season so special. However you dream of experiencing Japan’s most magical season, we’ll make it happen.
Cherry blossoms are just the beginning—sakura season is a time for celebration, food, and tradition. Experience hanami, the Japanese custom of flower viewing, with a picnic under the blooms, complete with sakura mochi, pink wagashi, and cherry blossom sake. Venture beyond the famous parks to discover hidden viewing spots, seasonal street foods, and local festivals where the beauty of sakura is woven into Japan’s culture. From temple-lined cherry trees in Kyoto to Tokyo’s illuminated sakura nights, let a local host introduce you to the magic of spring in Japan.
Mike was very helpful in his answers to my questions about the city, and really made an effort to point me to the underrated places pertaining to food, which is exactly what I wanted. He also made the tour engaging by giving me interesting context about how the history of the city is reflected in the modern day in terms of architecture, businesses and tradition.
July 2025
Ai did a great job! She was very friendly and we had a lot of fun! We saw everything we wanted to see….plus more! Thanks and see you next time!
June 2025
A unique tour with great insights and stories told by an amazing guide. Thanks Mark: it truly was a unique experience.
June 2025
The little tips and ideas to think about while traveling in Fukuoka.
June 2025
