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Mar 20th
Apr 6th
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Meguro River Cherry Blossom Festival 2025

One of Tokyo's premier cherry blossom viewing spots

Venue
When
Mar 20th - Apr 6th 2025
Japan's cherry blossom events generally rely on the Japan Meteorological Agency's forecasts. Since blossom dates are subject to change, please always check the venue's official site before you visit 🌸

Meguro River is one of Tokyo's best locations for waterside cherry blossoms against an urban setting. During springtime, the river and surrounding area play host to numerous festivals, from daytime performances to nighttime illuminations.

Typically, Meguro River will have several events during cherry blossom season that span multiple days.

Highlights

  • Approximately 800 cherry trees
  • Illuminated pink lanterns along the river for mesmerizing nighttime views
  • Food trucks and performances during the day

2025 Events

Meguro City

Event name Timeframe Venue
Nakame Ohanami Park Mar 20–Apr 6; 11am–8pm Funairi-ba
Nakameguro Cherry Blossom Festival Mar 29–Mar 30; 10am–5pm Goryuten Playground
Meguro East Area Cherry Blossom Festival Mar 29–Mar 30; 10am–5pm Dendo Hiroba Park
Fureibashi Bridge
Meguro River Illumination From when cherry blossoms bloom to Mar 31; 5pm–8pm Nambubashi Bridge to Saikachibashi Bridge
Paper Lantern Illumination For 14 days after the cherry blossoms bloom; 5pm–8pm Area around Ikejiri-ohashi Station to Nakazatobashi Bridge

Please review the Cherry Blossoms Guidance MAP for more information.

Daytime festivities

During the day, you can enjoy aesthetic views of pastel blossoms against blue skies and watch fallen petals float gently on the Meguro River. In the past, the river has featured orchestra performances (at Gotanda Fureai Mizube Square) and food trucks selling a variety of cuisines, which are generally available from morning to evening. You will likely see numerous people picnicking on the grassy areas along the river.

Nighttime Illuminations

Meguro River will be adorned with lines of pink lanterns, which are illuminated from roughly 5pm–8pm. The cherry trees along the river will also be lit up at the same time.

Getting there

Meguro River is about a five-minute walk from Meguro Station on the Meguro, Mita, Namboku, and JR Yamanote Lines.

More info

Find out more about Meguro River.

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Kevin N a week ago
I'm a little confused because some dates say the festival lasts until April 6th and some say it lasts until March 31. Can you clarify please ?
Veronica Carnevale Author a week ago
Hi Kevin. Meguro River hosts numerous events during cherry blossom season. From Mar 20 to Apr 6, Meguro River Park will have food trucks. From Mar 29 to 30, there will be two cherry blossom festivals. The nighttime illuminations don't have set dates. I added a table to the article with relevant dates and information. I hope this helps!
Christian George Morales 11 months ago
Waited for 2 Hours for the lights to come on, but to no avail. April 13, 2024.
Veronica Carnevale Author 11 months ago
Hi Christian. I'm so sorry to hear this. The official website said that the event was extended to April 14. I hope you were still able to enjoy the cherry blossoms regardless.

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