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<h2>Witnessing cherry blossoms, or <em>sakura</em>, in full bloom is on every traveller&#8217;s bucket list, but it can be quite tough to nail down the right time for a visit to Japan</h2>
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<p><p>The thing about these beautiful flowers is that they only last about <b>two weeks</b>.</p>
<p>Cherry blossom season in Japan typically takes places from late March until early April. But the exact timing changes every year, depending on factors such as weather and location.</p>
<p>Travellers from all over the world flock to Japan to watch the mesmerising sight of <i>sakura</i> trees paint the landscape in hues of pink and white, making it the busiest time to visit the country.</p>
<p>To ensure that your trip to Japan isn&#8217;t disappointing, you&#8217;ll need to plan it well in advance.</p>
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<h2>According to the Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC), here&#8217;s a forecast for cherry blossom season in 2024, which was first announced on 10 January</h2>
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<p><p>According to predictions by the <a target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://n-kishou.com/corp/news-contents/sakura/?lang=en" title="Link: https://n-kishou.com/corp/news-contents/sakura/?lang=en">JMC</a>, the earliest flowering is expected on 18 March in the city of Kochi.</p>
<p>Cherry blossoms reach full bloom about a week after they start opening. Generally, these flowers start falling off the tree about two weeks after the first bloom.</p>
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<p>The JMC&#8217;s estimate will be refined and reissued multiple times between January and April this year, with the next one due on 25 January.</p>
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<h2>As you&#8217;re planning your trip, remember to keep these in mind:</h2>
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<p><p><b>1. Pack a jacket<br /></b>Spring in Japan is often bone-chillingly cold, so be sure to dress accordingly.</p>
<p><b>2. Regularly check the cherry blossom forecast to see the blooms at their peak<br /></b>During your trip, you may want to check the forecast daily for the most up to date information.</p>
<p><b>3. Be prepared for the crowds<br /></b>Major cities and parks with <i>sakura</i> trees will be crowded. Besides that, it&#8217;s likely that the trains will be packed. It&#8217;s supposed to be a vacation after all, so allow yourself plenty of extra time when travelling from place to place.</p>
<p><b>4. Have fun and do as the locals do<br /></b>Join in the festivities and have a <i>hanami</i>, also known as flower viewing, which is the traditional custom of enjoying the beauty of cherry blossoms. Simply enjoy the ethereal view and soak up the local culture.</p>
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