{"id":9561,"date":"2023-06-22T14:24:55","date_gmt":"2023-06-22T13:24:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/luxurygoldbdev.wpengine.com\/?p=9561"},"modified":"2023-06-22T14:28:57","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T13:28:57","slug":"spring-best-time-visit-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/spring-best-time-visit-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"Bird Costumes and Cherry Blossom: Why Spring is the Best Time to Visit Japan"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan is gorgeous all year round, but it truly sings in springtime. This is when the iconic cherry blossoms, or \u201csakura\u201d, blanket the landscape in dreamy hues of pink and white, while ornate gardens bloom and spring cuisine flourishes. It\u2019s also a wonderful time to experience Japan\u2019s unique cultural practices, with vibrant festivals celebrating revival and renewal. We delve deeper into all the reasons why spring is the best time to visit Japan and what you can experience on a spring trip to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/en-au\/destinations\/asia\/japan\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Japan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Experience it: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/en-au\/tours\/majestic-japan\">Majestic Japan<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9575\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9575\" class=\"wp-image-9575 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_333869182_909520163532284_7527138839987640604_n.jpg\" alt=\"cherry blossoms temple Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_333869182_909520163532284_7527138839987640604_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_333869182_909520163532284_7527138839987640604_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_333869182_909520163532284_7527138839987640604_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>The Sakura season<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeing the mesmerising cherry blossom season in Japan is one of the ultimate bucket list experiences. Usually occurring from late March to early May, the cherry blossoms bloom in waves, starting from the southern region and progressing northwards.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cities, parks, and temples are blanketed with stunning soft pink and white blossoms and you can\u2019t help but take part in the \u201chanami\u201d (flower viewing) tradition of enjoying the beauty of the blossoming trees. You\u2019ll even see nighttime illuminations, known as &#8220;yozakura\u201d, offering a unique and enchanting perspective on these gorgeous blossoms.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9569\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9569\" class=\"wp-image-9569 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_332576104_509489324680543_6216757364833146642_n.jpg\" alt=\"cherry blossoms river boats Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_332576104_509489324680543_6216757364833146642_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_332576104_509489324680543_6216757364833146642_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_332576104_509489324680543_6216757364833146642_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9569\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you visit Japan with Luxury Gold, you\u2019ll meet a specialised cherry blossom tree doctor at Hirosaki Castle. These doctors ensure that each tree, from saplings to mature trees, is healthy and thriving. You\u2019ll learn all about their meticulous care for these trees while admiring the blossoms around the castle.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/majestic-japan\/\">A journey of a lifetime: unearthing Majestic Japan, with Luxury Gold<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Ideal weather and natural landscapes<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_9570\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9570\" class=\"wp-image-9570 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_328846128_575626484187705_2655645081759351473_n.jpg\" alt=\"cherry blossoms Mount Fuji Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_328846128_575626484187705_2655645081759351473_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_328846128_575626484187705_2655645081759351473_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_328846128_575626484187705_2655645081759351473_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9570\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Springtime in Japan brings mild temperatures and blue skies, making it ideal for exploring the country\u2019s beautiful natural landscapes, from the mountains and national parks to zen gardens.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you visit Japan on our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/en-au\/tours\/majestic-japan\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Majestic Japan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> luxury tour, you\u2019ll have plenty of opportunities to soak up the glorious spring weather and nature. We\u2019ll board the bullet train to Mishima for breathtaking views of Mount Fuji and then admire its reflection in Lake Kawaguchi. You can also choose to get a more spectacular view of Mount Fuji and the lake by riding the thrilling Kachi-Kachi Ropeway cable car. Or explore the Itchiku Kubota Art Museum where you can wander through the peaceful gardens and marvel at the architecture and kimono collection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9571\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9571\" class=\"wp-image-9571 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_344172834_1391960821636672_8827376055944068213_n.jpg\" alt=\"waterfall forest Oirase Gorge Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_344172834_1391960821636672_8827376055944068213_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_344172834_1391960821636672_8827376055944068213_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_344172834_1391960821636672_8827376055944068213_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9571\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to get closer to the water, we\u2019ll take a private cruise on Matsushima Bay in Sendai. Soak up the views of the pine-clad islets of the bay, and hear about the countless haikus poets have written after being inspired by the bay, said to be a place of love and wonder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll also have the chance to delve deeper into Japan\u2019s nature at Oirase Gorge, a wonderland of waterfalls, lush forest, and crystal-clear streams. Enjoy a walk along the bubbling river in Hachimantai National Park then sink into a soothing Onsen bath surrounded by the forest &#8211; the perfect springtime activity. You\u2019ll then have the rare opportunity to meet sake brewmaster Takumi Sato for a private VIP tasting and brewery tour. Learn about the essence of sake and shared some of this sacred drink in the beautiful surroundings of Oirase.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/masters-at-work-artisanal-jobs\/\">Masters at work: These artisanal jobs hark back to an older time<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Unique festivals and cultural customs<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_9572\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9572\" class=\"wp-image-9572 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_278669726_129879919626790_6969107536140268843_n.jpg\" alt=\"colourful fish decorations strung up over a river Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_278669726_129879919626790_6969107536140268843_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_278669726_129879919626790_6969107536140268843_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_278669726_129879919626790_6969107536140268843_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9572\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring holds deep cultural significance in Japan as it represents renewal and new beginnings. The season is teeming with vibrant festivals, such as the remarkable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.japan-guide.com\/e\/e5909.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Takayama Festival<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the Gifu prefecture. You\u2019ll see colourful parades with intricately adorned floats, lively puppet shows, and traditional music and dance performances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you visit Japan with Luxury Gold, you\u2019ll see the Sens\u014d-ji Temple, the oldest temple in Tokyo. If you\u2019re visiting in mid-April, you may be lucky enough to witness <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/en.japantravel.com\/tokyo\/shirasagi-no-mai-at-senso-ji-temple\/28430\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shirasagi-no Mai<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or the Dance of the White Heron, a large spring festival that takes place at the temple. The festival dates back to the 8th century during the Heian period and involves a procession of dancers dressed in elaborate white heron costumes and makeup, accompanied by a group of guardians and floats with musicians. It\u2019s an incredible performance and unmissable if you visit Japan in April.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9573\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9573\" class=\"wp-image-9573 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_298514730_747086809906512_6693597642170833329_n.jpg\" alt=\"group of people holding a float with sparks flying out spring festival Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_298514730_747086809906512_6693597642170833329_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_298514730_747086809906512_6693597642170833329_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_298514730_747086809906512_6693597642170833329_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9573\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spring is also one of the best times to get an insight into Japan\u2019s sacred tea culture. Spring is the time of shincha (new tea) and the tea fields are green and lush. We\u2019ll head to Sendai on Honshu island, where you\u2019ll witness a tea ceremony at a traditional tea house. You\u2019ll also learn the ancient art of making the perfect matcha green tea, and enjoy a warming brew of fresh tea.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/geisha-in-kyoto\/\">The timeless elegance of Japan: admire geisha in Kyoto<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Fresh spring cuisine<\/h3>\n<div id=\"attachment_9574\" style=\"width: 820px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9574\" class=\"wp-image-9574 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_352318837_6298726293536818_5840293066640475020_n.jpg\" alt=\"bullet train passing through sunflower field Japan\" width=\"810\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_352318837_6298726293536818_5840293066640475020_n.jpg 810w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_352318837_6298726293536818_5840293066640475020_n-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/visitjapanjp_352318837_6298726293536818_5840293066640475020_n-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 810px) 100vw, 810px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9574\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">@visitjapanjp<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Springtime isn\u2019t just about the blooms and views &#8211; it also brings an array of culinary delights. You can find Sakura-flavored treats such as mochi, and enjoy the fresh flavors of &#8220;takenoko&#8221; (bamboo shoots) and &#8220;sansai&#8221; (mountain vegetables) in your dishes. In Sendai, we\u2019ll meet the owner of a local inn for a fresh seafood lunch, while in Hiroshima, you can savor the local delicacy of Okonomiyaki, a savory pancake dish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Tokyo, take part in a private sushi-making class to learn this 2,000-year-old art from a master sushi chef and indulge in a mouthwatering lunch afterwards. And discover Osaka\u2019s Donburi Street on a stroll with a Local Expert. Taste the local specialities such as Takoyaki (octopus wrapped in batter) and find out what this city is renowned as the kitchen of Japan.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/lg\/what-is-kobe-beef\/\">A guide to Japan\u2019s finest Kobe beef<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover all this and more, such as a private Geisha performance and a stay at the remarkable Hotel Granvia Kyoto, on our <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.luxurygold.com\/en-au\/tours\/majestic-japan\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Majestic Japan<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> luxury tour.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Japan is gorgeous all year round, but it truly sings in springtime. 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