2026 Edition! Enjoy Cherry Blossom Viewing at Fukushima, Japan's Three Greatest Cherry Blossoms 【Miharutaki Cherry Blossom Viewing

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Miharu Waterfall Cherry Blossom
The Miharu Waterfall Cherry Blossom in Miharu-cho, Fukushima Prefecture, is one of the three most famous cherry trees in Japan. When in full bloom, it looks as if a waterfall is cascading down, hence the name "waterfall cherry blossom. The Miharu Takizakura cherry blossoms are a sight to behold.

Miharu Waterfall Cherry Blossom, one of the three most famous cherry trees in Japan!

Miharu Takizakura, one of the three most famous cherry trees in Japan, was the first cherry tree to be designated a national natural monument in 1922, and celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2022. The weeping cherry tree, which is said to be over 1,000 years old, is 13.5 meters tall, and its pink blossoms weep down from branches extending in all directions until they touch the ground. It is said that the name "takizakura" comes from the fact that when in full bloom, it looks like a cascading waterfall, and its power and beauty are overwhelming to behold.
The three most famous cherry trees in Japan are: Neotani Awamoku-zakura (Motosu City, Gifu Prefecture), Yamataka Jindai-zakura (Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture), and Miharu-takizakura (Miharu-takizakura).
The most impressive waterfall cherry blossoms

The best time to see Miharu Takizakura is from early to mid-April.

Miharu Takizakura is usually at its best from early to mid-April. Miharu Takizakura, characterized by its deep pink color, is in bloom for only 10 days before it begins to fall, but the official website of the Miharu Machizukuri Public Corporation, "Find! Miharu", the official website of the Miharu Machizukuri Public Corporation. Please visit the site and take a look at the blooming status for the past five years.

Blooming conditions in the last 5 years

2025: 4/8 in bloom, 4/10 in full bloom, 4/12 in full bloom, 4/19 in scattered bloom

*2024: 4/6 in bloom, 4/9 in full bloom, 4/10 in full bloom, 4/16 in scattered bloom

*2023: 3/27 in bloom, 3/31 in half bloom, 4/1 in full bloom, 4/6 in scattered bloom

*2022: 4/8 in bloom, 4/11 in half bloom, 4/12 in scattered bloom 4/8 in 2022, 4/11 in 4/11, 4/12 in full bloom, 4/15 in 4/15, beginning to fall

*2021: 3/30 in 2021, 3/31 in 3/31, 4/2 in full bloom, 4/10 in 4/10 in 4/10 in 4/10 in 5/31 in full bloom.
Recommended viewing point is the lawn on the east side of the waterfall cherry blossoms.

For a limited period of time, the area will also be illuminated at night!

A special event held only during the blooming season of the takizakura is the nighttime illumination of the cherry blossoms. The pink Miharu waterfall cherry blossoms that emerge from the jet-black darkness create a completely different atmosphere than during the daytime and are very powerful! Miharu Town has more than 10,000 cherry trees, and the entire town is famous for its cherry blossoms, with Miharu's weeping cherry trees selected as one of the "100 Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Japan. Enjoy a walk in Miharu Town where many cherry trees are in full bloom, and at the end of the day, enjoy the illumination of the Miharu Waterfall Cherry Blossoms.

Light-up detail information

■Opening hours:
6:00 - 18:00 (admission until 20:30 during the light-up period)

■Light-up:
18:00 - 21:00
*During the cherry blossom viewing period only, depending on blooming conditions

■Admission (cherry blossom viewing fee):
500 yen (free for junior high school students and younger)
*From the day after blooming until the cherry leaves.
The pink waterfall cherry blossoms float in the jet-black sky.

Visit Miharu-cho to see the waterfall cherry blossoms in the spring of 2026!

How was the introduction of "Miharu Takizakura", one of the three most famous cherry trees in Japan? If you want to see the spectacular view created by the famous tree, which is said to be more than 1,000 years old, you can take the "Takizakura-go", a special bus that operates during the cherry blossom season. The train also crosses the embankment of the dam, which is normally impassable. In addition, a free shuttle bus will also be available from Miharu-cho Athletic Park, so please take advantage of public transportation and enjoy sightseeing in Miharu-cho, where the entire town will be decorated with pink cherry blossoms. We look forward to seeing you all.

Please check the official website of Fukushima Kotsu Co. for more information on the "Takizakura-go" shuttle bus.
Find!Miharu] For more information about Miharu Takizakura, please visit

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