Japan's Earliest Cherry Blossom Festival

Japan's earliest cherry blossoms bloom in Okinawa. Yaedake Sakura Festival at Yaedake Sakuranomori Park in Motobu Town is known as Japan's earliest cherry blossom festival in the year. It's held from Jan. 21 to Feb. 12 this year.
Okinawa Guide / Cherry Blossom Trip Planner
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