Written by Jane Pipkin
Come and celebrate cherry blossom season in the heart of the city.
What happens?
From March 27 to April 5 (6 p.m. to 9 p.m.), all the cherry blossom trees along Sakurazaka Hill in Shibuya will be illuminated with a gorgeous pink color and pink lanterns will glow.
On top of this, various performances will be taking place at Shibuya Sakura Stage across three venues.
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Schedule 2026
Here’s a few highlights:
- On March 28, there will be taiko on the Nigiwai Stage from 11:30 a.m. to 12 p.m., a karate demonstration from 1:30 to 2 p.m., and a wind orchestra performance from 2:30 to 3 p.m.
- Also on March 28 at Bloom Gate, there will be a traditional Indonesian dance performance from 2:30 to 3 p.m. and again from 5:30 to 6 p.m. From 4:45 to 5 p.m. music duo Ghramii will take the stage.
How to get there
To see the illuminated trees, head to Sakurazaka Hill, which is around a 4-minute walk from the west exit of Shibuya Station.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.Late
Mar
~
Early Apr
2027
渋谷桜丘
Free
