With its 1000 cherry trees, this botanical garden becomes a very attractive hanami spot during the blooming season. Thanks to its location along a steep hillside, the garden features the sight of the cherry blossoms in combination with views over the city. There are lawned areas for picnics.

Korakuen features about 300 cherry trees in an orchard and spread across the gardens, while the neighboring castle grounds are decorated by another 200 trees. Additionally, there are countless cherry tress along the river that flows northeast around Korakuen along what is known as the "Asahi River Cherry Road" (Asahigawa Sakura Michi).

Takebenomori Park is a spacious park in the hills north of Okayama with about 15,000 spring flowering trees of one hundred different varieties, including many weeping cherry trees. Lawned areas with views into the hills and wooden platforms for picnics provide a wonderful environment for hanami activities.