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Cherry Blossom Forecast 2012
As of February 1, 2012

According to the first forecasts, the cherry blossoms are expected to open according to their average schedule or slightly delayed in 2012. The blossoms are forecast to start opening across wide areas of Kyushu, Shikoku and Honshu in late March and reach full bloom in early April.

Below are the forecast dates of cherry trees opening their blossoms this year (according to the Japan Weather Association) and the estimated best viewing periods (estimated by japan-guide.com). Rain, wind and temperatures can have a strong effect on the process of the season, for example, they can delay or shorten it considerably. Therefore, use the forecasts on your own risk - especially at this early stage of the season.

Location Opening Estimated Best Viewing  
Tokyo March 30 April 5 to 14
Kyoto March 29 April 5 to 14
Kagoshima March 28 April 5 to 14
Kumamoto March 26 April 3 to 12
Fukuoka March 27 April 4 to 13
Hiroshima March 29 April 5 to 13
Osaka March 30 April 6 to 14
Nara March 31 April 6 to 14
Nagoya March 29 April 6 to 13
Yokohama March 31 April 6 to 13
Kanazawa April 7 April 12 to 19
Nagano April 13 April 18 to 25
Sendai April 13 April 18 to 25
Aomori April 26 May 1 to 8
Hakodate May 2 May 6 to 13
Sapporo May 4 May 7 to 14

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May 2
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May 1
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April 29
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April 22
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April 21
Sendai
April 20
Fujigoko
April 19
Tokyo
April 16
Kyoto
April 15
Osaka
April 14
Tokyo
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