Originally Posted by
abraxis
When are sakura due in Ueno-koen this year?? It makes it VERY hard to get plane tix!!
Anyone have any leads? Thanks!
Rather than trying to predict the exact date the blossoms will be out in Ueno, it may be easier just to plan a trip in early April and then wait until the moment you arrive to find out where the best blossoms are at that exact moment. There's a chance that the trees in Tokyo will be in bloom - but even if they're not, you'll be able to travel to some place within a short train ride to see a fine sakura display. (Actually, it's much nicer to see the sakura rather further from the madding crowds than Ueno park).