| Location | Fujikawaguchiko Town, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi |
| Features | A stunning 1.2 km row of approximately 200 cherry trees lines the northern shore of Lake Kawaguchi. This is one of Japan's most iconic landscapes, where you can capture the majestic Mt. Fuji across the lake framed by blossoms. The trees are illuminated at night, offering a mystical view of the mountain and sakura after dark. |
| Best Time | Early April – Mid-April |
| Location | 3353 Arakura, Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi |
| Features | The quintessentially Japanese view of a five-story pagoda (Chureito Pagoda), cherry blossoms, and Mt. Fuji is world-famous. The park boasts about 650 Yoshino cherry trees. After climbing 398 steps to the observation deck, visitors are rewarded with a breathtaking panoramic view that defines the beauty of Japan. |
| Best Time | Early April – Mid-April |
| Location | 3567 Minobu, Minobu-cho, Minamikoma District, Yamanashi |
| Features | The head temple of the Nichiren sect. The grounds feature two massive weeping cherry trees over 400 years old, often called the "best weeping cherries in Japan." Their long, trailing branches overflow with pink blossoms like a waterfall. The harmony between the historic temple architecture and these ancient trees is profoundly serene. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 1 Marunouchi, Kofu City, Yamanashi |
| Features | The site of Kofu Castle, built by order of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Around 160 Yoshino cherry trees surround the impressive original stone walls that still stand today. From the elevated points within the castle grounds, you can enjoy a view of the Kofu Basin and Mt. Fuji alongside the blossoms. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 2763 Yamataka, Mukawa-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi (Jisso-ji Temple) |
| Features | One of the "Three Great Cherry Trees of Japan," this ancient Edohigan tree is estimated to be 2,000 years old. It was the first tree in Japan designated as a National Natural Monument. Known as the "cherry tree where a god resides," its powerful trunk and massive canopy are awe-inspiring. The carpet of yellow daffodils at its base adds to the scene. |
| Best Time | Early April |
| Location | Shibokusa, Oshino-mura, Minamitsuru District, Yamanashi |
| Features | The "Eight Springs" fed by the underground meltwater of Mt. Fuji are famous for their crystal-clear water. Along the nearby Shinnasho River, a 400-meter row of cherry trees creates a nostalgic landscape with thatched-roof houses and Mt. Fuji. The reflection of "inverted Fuji" and blossoms in the clear water is truly heavenly. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
| Location | 2175 Kajikazawa, Minami-Alps City, Yamanashi |
| Features | Selected as one of the "Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots in Japan." Perched on a hill, approximately 2,000 trees dye the entire mountain pink. It offers a magnificent panoramic view including the Kofu Basin, Mt. Fuji, and the Yatsugatake Mountains—a luxurious backdrop for flower viewing. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 840 Kose-machi, Kofu City, Yamanashi |
| Features | A sprawling park home to many athletic facilities. About 550 cherry trees are planted around the grounds, allowing visitors to enjoy the blossoms while jogging or walking. The "Sakura Tunnel" is a local favorite, offering a lively and open atmosphere for spring activities. |
| Best Time | Late March – Early April |
| Location | 2763 Yamataka, Mukawa-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi |
| Features | This temple is home to the aforementioned "Yamataka Jindai Zakura." It also features saplings from other famous trees like the Miharu Takizakura (Fukushima) and Usuzumi Zakura (Gifu). Against the backdrop of the Southern Alps (Mt. Kaikomagatake), the divine cherry blossoms and yellow daffodils create a vibrant, multi-colored masterpiece. |
| Best Time | Early April |
| Location | 2072 Nakamaru, Nagasaka-cho, Hokuto City, Yamanashi |
| Features | An art facility built on the site of a former elementary school. About 30 centenarian Yoshino trees bloom among notable architecture and sculptures. The harmony between the art studios, museums, blossoms, and the Southern Alps provides a uniquely modern and intellectual flower-viewing experience. |
| Best Time | Mid-April |
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