Early Cherry Blossoms Delight Visitors in Chiba, Japan
Early Cherry Blossoms Delight Visitors in Chiba, Japan
US · Published Jan 18, 2026
Early cherry blossoms are attracting visitors to Hokoen garden in Chiba, Japan.
Around 50 Gancho-zakura trees are blooming ahead of schedule due to the region's mild climate.
The Boso Peninsula is renowned for its flower production, with the early blossoms being a highlight.
Early cherry blossoms attract visitors in Chiba
The Hokoen garden in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, is drawing many visitors due to the early blooming of its cherry trees. The mild climate supports about 50 Gancho-zakura trees, a cherry variety that blooms before spring in colder weather. On Saturday, January 18, 2026, warm weather encouraged visits, according to the Minamiboso City Tourism Association. The trees are nearly in full bloom, providing a beautiful view of the Boso Peninsula, known for its flower production.
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