The cherry blossom season is just around the corner in Hokkaido. The 2026 cherry blossoms in Hokkaido are expected to bloom slightly earlier than average. Here is a list of the forecasted first bloom and full bloom dates for major cities like Sapporo, Hakodate, and Asahikawa. We will keep this page updated with the latest information to help you plan your cherry blossom viewing (hanami) trips.

Forecasted Blooming Dates for Cities and Spots in 2026 (Updated April 1, 2026)

(City / Forecasted First Bloom / Forecasted Full Bloom)

Sapporo / April 19 / April 23
Wakkanai / May 5 / May 9 (*)
Asahikawa / April 25 / April 28 (*)
Abashiri / May 4 / May 7 (*)
Kushiro / May 6 / May 9 (*)
Obihiro / April 22 / April 25 (*)
Muroran / April 21 / April 26
Hakodate / April 16 / April 20

Goryokaku Park (Hakodate) / April 16 / April 20
Nijukken Road Cherry Blossom Avenue (Shinhidaka) / April 19 / April 23 (*)

*Based on Somei Yoshino (Yoshino cherry) specimen trees (* indicates Ezo-yamazakura/Sargent's cherry)

(Source: Weathernews Inc. "9th Cherry Blossom Forecast")

Featured: Recommended Cherry Blossom & Hanami Spots by Area in Hokkaido (Reference from 2025 *2026 version will be updated)

Here are our recommended spots for cherry blossom viewing in Hokkaido, divided by area! Use this as a guide for your spring outings.