| Location | Kamikanai-machi, Utsunomiya City to Yamaguchi, Nikko City, Tochigi |
| Features | One of Japan's largest cherry blossom avenues, stretching approximately 16km from Utsunomiya to Nikko. About 1,500 wild mountain cherry trees (Yamazakura) line the highway, creating a stunning "cherry blossom tunnel" for drivers. It serves as a grand prologue to the Nikko Cedar Avenue, which holds the Guinness World Record as the longest tree-lined road in the world. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | Hirai-cho, Tochigi City, Tochigi |
| Features | Selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan," a tunnel of cherry blossoms stretches for about 2km along the sightseeing road from the foot to the summit. From the Kenshin-daira lookout near the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Kanto Plain paired with the blossoms. Tasting the local specialty "Mt. Ohira Dango" while flower viewing is also popular. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 636 Sanku-cho, Nasushiobara, Tochigi |
| Features | A park located on a hill offering a bird's-eye view of the Nasunogahara Plain. About 1,300 trees, including Yoshino and various mountain cherry varieties, bloom in succession. The blossoms around the pond are particularly beautiful, and night-time illumination provides a magical evening atmosphere. |
| Best Time | Early April – Mid-April |
| Location | Kinugawa Onsen Ohara, Nikko City, Tochigi |
| Features | Cherry blossoms can be enjoyed throughout this famous hot spring town along the Kinugawa River. Notable spots include the Kinugawa Onsen Gokoku Shrine and Onsen Shrine. During the "Yozakura Dia" illumination event, visitors can experience the charming atmosphere of the hot spring town under the glow of illuminated trees. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | 1-3776 Midori-cho, Ashikaga, Tochigi |
| Features | Opened in 1895, this historic park sits on a hill overlooking the Watarase River. The park is dotted with ancient burial mounds (kofun), surrounded by about 350 cherry trees. It is a place where you can feel the arrival of spring and eternal history while gazing out over the Ashikaga cityscape. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 504 Wakamatsu-cho, Sano, Tochigi |
| Features | Located directly behind JR Sano Station, this park was built on the ruins of Sano Castle. This historic site, mentioned in the "Manyoshu" (Japan's oldest poetry anthology), is painted pink by about 300 Yoshino trees. Due to its excellent access, it is a favorite relaxation spot for locals during the blossom season. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 2610 Senju-cho, Kanuma, Tochigi |
| Features | A hilltop park featuring retro attractions like a miniature "fairytale train" and a ferris wheel. About 300 cherry trees and 1,000 azaleas bloom simultaneously, creating a vibrant landscape. Known as a filming location for movies and TV dramas, it offers a nostalgic atmosphere for flower viewing. |
| Best Time | Early April |
| Location | 1-3 Sakura-cho, Nasushiobara, Tochigi |
| Features | A park with breathtaking views of the Nasu Mountain Range. Around 300 Yoshino trees bloom here, and the row of trees continuing to the adjacent Nakagawa Riverbank Park is also magnificent. Visitors can often see colonies of Asian fawn lilies (katakuri) at the same time, feeling the full breath of spring in Nasu. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | 5-1-1 Hanawada, Utsunomiya, Tochigi |
| Features | Located in the heart of Utsunomiya City, this park is symbolized by the Utsunomiya Tower. About 800 cherry trees and 700 azaleas decorate the mountain. With an observatory, large playground equipment, and an animal enclosure, it is one of the most popular and lively spots in the prefecture. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 99 Shimokogaya, Moka, Tochigi |
| Features | A vast park selected as one of the "Top 100 Urban Parks in Japan." About 800 cherry trees bloom around the pond and the lawn area. Nearby spots allow for photos of the Moka Railway steam locomotives (SL) together with the cherry blossoms, attracting both railway enthusiasts and flower viewers. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
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