Rhododendrons have come into full bloom at Hakone Gora Park, one of Kanagawa's top 100 flower spots. The Akaboshi Rhododendron and Western Rhododendrons are at peak bloom as of April 15, with various species available to enjoy through just before Golden Week.
Perched atop Venus Bridge in Kobe, Kobe Kitano Terrasse is launching a new "Sky Afternoon Tea" experience starting April 17, 2026, pairing French-inspired sweets and savories with exclusive access to a private VIP room for commemorative photos.
OMO5 Hakodate by Hoshino Resorts is launching a non-stop bus service from the hotel to the summit of Mt. Hakodate, letting guests skip the evening crowds and enjoy one of Japan's three best night views at a more relaxed pace.
The 76th Himeji Castle Festival takes place around Himeji Castle from May 22 to 24, 2026, featuring a torchlight Noh performance, historical parades, a new bon dance event, and kids' activities spanning three themed days.
Along "Hankyu Mizuki-dori," a 600-meter stretch in front of Hankyu Takatsuki City Station, approximately 100 red and white flowering dogwood trees are now at their peak, offering gentle fragrance and colorful spring scenery to passersby.
In Iwata City, Shizuoka, the wisteria at Kokoji Temple and Toyoda Kumano Memorial Park is approaching peak season. The nationally designated natural monument "Kumano no Nagafuji," estimated to be around 850 years old, joins five prefecturally designated wisteria trees to form a trellis spanning approximately 1,600 m², creating a breathtaking cascade of purple blooms each mid-to-late April.