{"id":76465,"date":"2025-12-18T22:33:40","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T14:33:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/?p=76465"},"modified":"2026-03-12T14:35:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T06:35:05","slug":"japan-cherry-blossom-forecast-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/blog\/japan-cherry-blossom-forecast-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast 2026: Bloom Dates &amp; Hot Spots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>There\u2019s a reason people plan their Japan trips around cherry blossoms.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a few short weeks each spring, Japan turns extra cinematic than it usually is with fleeting blooms of soft pinks and whites. Miss the timing, and the window&#8217;s gone. Nail it, and you\u2019ve got one of the most beautiful trips you\u2019ll ever take. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve gathered updates from the 1st official Cherry Blossom 2026 Forecast <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/n-kishou.com\/corp\/news-contents\/sakura\/?lang=en\">freshly released by the Japan Meteorological Corporation (JMC)<\/a> <\/strong>on 18 Dec 2025 to help you plan your spring trip to Japan. This article has been updated on <strong>5 Mar 2026<\/strong> with the latest forecasted bloom dates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Keep reading for forecasted bloom dates and the best viewing spots in each city. \ud83c\udf38<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"722\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/map_en.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-76813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/map_en.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/map_en-300x217.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/map_en-768x554.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Note: The JMC will continue to provide timely updates on the flowering forecast.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/youtrip.onelink.me\/ieI9\/si1m12lh\" style=\"background-color:#6d37ac\"><strong>get the best Japanese Yen rates here! \ud83d\udc40<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When do cherry blossoms bloom in Japan? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-1024x575.jpg\" alt=\"japan cherry blossom forecast 2026 sakura\" class=\"wp-image-76469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-1024x575.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/kenshi-kingami-abbFtt0WHWo-unsplash-2048x1150.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cherry blossom season in Japan typically runs from <strong>late March to early May<\/strong>, rolling gradually from the <strong>southern region to north<\/strong>. In <strong>2026<\/strong>, most major cities are expected to see their first blooms in <strong>late March<\/strong>, with full bloom landing around<strong> early April<\/strong>. Peak bloom usually lasts about a week \u2014 sometimes less.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here&#8217;s what to expect when it comes to the sakura blooming period:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Day 1 &#8211; 2 (first bloom)<\/strong>: a few flowers open but trees are generally still sparse<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 3 &#8211; 5<\/strong>: blossoms fill out quickly and parks begin to look pink<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 5 &#8211; 7 (peak bloom)<\/strong>: the best time to catch the blooms in full glory \ud83c\udf38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Day 8 &#8211; 10<\/strong>: petals start to fall, especially if it rains <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2026 Japan Cherry Blossom Forecast (by city)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"cherry blossom forecast japan 2026\" class=\"wp-image-76484\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/yu-kato-824OwkP7sgk-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s when to be in the right place at the right time as forecasted by the Japan Meteorological Corporation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Tokyo<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 19 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 28 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom <strong>viewing spots<\/strong> in Tokyo:<\/strong> \ud83d\udccd Shinjuku Gyoen, \ud83d\udccd Ueno Park, \ud83d\udccd Meguro River, \ud83d\udccd Asukayama Park, \ud83d\udccd Chidorigafuchi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Kyoto<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 23 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 1 April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom viewing spots in Kyoto:<\/strong> \ud83d\udccd Philosopher&#8217;s Path, \ud83d\udccd Maruyama Park, \ud83d\udccd Arashiyama, \ud83d\udccd Heian Shrine Gardens, \ud83d\udccd Kamogawa River<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Osaka<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 24 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 1 April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom <strong>viewing spots<\/strong> in Osaka<\/strong>: \ud83d\udccd Osaka Castle Park, \ud83d\udccd Kema Sakuranomiya Park, \ud83d\udccd Expo &#8217;70 Commemorative Park, \ud83d\udccd Shitennoji Temple grounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Hiroshima<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 20 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 31 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom <strong>viewing spots<\/strong> in Hiroshima<\/strong>: \ud83d\udccd Peace Memorial Park, \ud83d\udccd Hiroshima Castle, \ud83d\udccd Shukkeien Garden, \ud83d\udccd Hijiyama Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Fukuoka<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 19 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 29 March 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom <strong>viewing spots<\/strong> in Fukuoka<\/strong>: \ud83d\udccd Maizuru Park, \ud83d\udccd Nishi Park, \ud83d\udccd Atago Shrine, \ud83d\udccd Minami Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Sapporo (Hokkaido)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First bloom:<\/strong> 25 April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Peak bloom:<\/strong> 28 April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cherry blossom hot spots in Sapporo<\/strong>: \ud83d\udccd Maruyama Park, \ud83d\udccd Hokkaido Shrine, \ud83d\udccd Moerenuma Park, \ud83d\udccd Nakajima Park, \ud83d\udccd Asahiyama Memorial Park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When should you plan your trip to Japan?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"japan cherry blossom forecast 2026 sakura\" class=\"wp-image-76470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-6s3zeHkiHHc-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Australian travellers, the best windows for travelling to Japan in spring are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Late March \u2013 early April:<\/strong> Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mid-April \u2013 early May:<\/strong> Northern Japan &amp; Hokkaido<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bloom dates vary depending on which region of Japan you intend to travel to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cherry blossom travel tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"668\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-1024x668.jpg\" alt=\"japan cherry blossom forecast 2026 sakura\" class=\"wp-image-76471\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-1024x668.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-1536x1001.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/hanvin-cheong-I0aAdeX8zbE-unsplash-2048x1335.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Arrive before peak bloom<\/strong><br>Aim to arrive <strong>2\u20133 days before<\/strong> the predicted full bloom date, and consider longer trips for better chances of catching the blooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Keep your itinerary flexible and fluid<\/strong><br>A multi-city route lets you follow the blossoms if timing shifts. With Japan&#8217;s convenient public transportation system, you can always hop on a train to another city when the trees bloom there!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Book early, thank yourself later<\/strong><br>Cherry blossom season is one of the busiest travel periods in Japan. Flights fill fast, accommodation prices climb, and major cities can get crowded during these weeks. If you&#8217;re thinking about catching the blooms, now&#8217;s the perfect time to start planning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take note also that Japan&#8217;s Golden Week (long holiday period with a bunch of national celebrations) runs from 29 April to 6 May in 2026. Crowds can get extremely overwhelming during this period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Look out for local cherry blossom festivals<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many cities in Japan host cherry blossom festivals in spring. With food stalls selling seasonal sakura treats, pop-up performances, and sometimes night illuminations (<em>yozakura<\/em>), these festivals are bound to add charm to your blossom-chasing experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38  <strong>Plan for a picnic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cherry blossom season isn&#8217;t just about taking photos of the blooms &#8211; what the locals actually enjoy the most is the tradition of picnicking under the trees (<em>hanami<\/em>)! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are plenty of parks and open areas perfect for spring picnics &#8211; all you have to do is grab some snacks from the convenience store and a light picnic mat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Look beyond the obvious<\/strong><br>Smaller towns and regional parks often deliver the best views \u2014 minus the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. Consider this if you prefer your <em>hanami<\/em> a little more relaxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf38 <strong>Pack for unpredictable weather<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Japan typically starts to warm up in spring, but the weather can be pretty unpredictable and shifting during the spring months. Be prepared for cool nights and sudden showers &#8211; we recommend packing a light jacket, cap, and small umbrella just in case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Planning to travel to Japan in 2026?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"japan cherry blossom forecast 2026 sakura\" class=\"wp-image-76473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.you.co\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/17\/2025\/12\/\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddfa-YTAU-blogheader-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If cherry blossoms are on your list, plan early, stay flexible, and let the petals do the rest \ud83c\udf38 Have a breezy Japan trip by <a href=\"https:\/\/youtrip.onelink.me\/ieI9\/si1m12lh\"><strong>getting a YouTrip card<\/strong><\/a> before hopping on that flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy <strong>mates rates<\/strong>, <strong>0% foreign transaction fees<\/strong> and <strong>2% cashback<\/strong> (for your first 5 months, up to $40\/month)! 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