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Kamakura Cherry Blossom Updates 2026

Looking for the latest cherry blossom updates in Kamakura?
This page is updated almost daily with the current bloom status at cherry blossom spots around Kamakura. If you want to know where the flowers are blooming right now before your visit, check the latest updates below. For the 2026 bloom forecast and the best viewing period, please also see our Kamakura Cherry Blossom Forecast 2026.

Update Info

March 21, 2026 Update

Kotoku-in (the Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Status: Just starting to bloom

Cherry blossoms near the Great Buddha of Kamakura at Kotoku-in on March 21, 2026


March 22, 2026 Update

Kosoku-ji Temple (Hase area)

Status: Around 20% open

Cherry blossoms near Kosoku-ji Temple Hase area on March 22, 2026


March 24, 2026 Update

Dankazura (Close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu)

Status: Starting to bloom

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on March 24, 2026

Kotoku-in (the Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Status: Starting to bloom

Cherry blossoms near Kotokuin Temple(the Great Buddha of Kamakura) on March 24, 2026


March 26, 2026 Update

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Status: Around 10 ~ 20% open

Cherry blossoms in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu on March 26, 2026


Kotoku-in (the Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Status: Around 10 ~ 30% open

Cherry blossoms near Kotokuin Temple(the Great Buddha of Kamakura) on March 26, 2026
In front of the Great Buddha of kamakura
Cherry blossoms near Kotokuin Temple(the Great Buddha of Kamakura) on March 26, 2026
In front of the entrance
Cherry blossoms near Kotokuin Temple(the Great Buddha of Kamakura) on March 26, 2026
Behind the Great Buddha of Kamakura


March 28, 2026 Update

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Status: Around 50% open

Cherry blossoms in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu on March 28, 2026

Dankazura (Close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu)

Status: Around 20 ~ 40% open

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on March 28, 2026


Myohonji Temple (10min on foot from Kamakura Station)

Status: Around 80% open

Cherry blossoms in Myohonji Temple on March 28, 2026


March 29, 2026 Update

Kotoku-in (the Great Buddha of Kamakura)

Status: Around 30 ~ 60% open

In front of the Great Buddha of kamakura
Behind the Great Buddha of kamakura
Cherry blossoms near Kotokuin Temple(the Great Buddha of Kamakura) on March 29, 2026
Close to the entrance of Kotoku-in

Kosoku-ji Temple (Hase area)

Status: Around 80% open

Cherry blossoms near Kosoku-ji Temple Hase area on March 29, 2026


March 30, 2026 Update

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Status: Around 60~70% open

Cherry blossoms in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu on March 30, 2026

Dankazura (Close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu)

Status: Around 50 ~ 70% open

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on March 30, 2026

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on March 30, 2026
In front of Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Hasedera Temple (Hase)

Status: Around 70 ~ 80% open

Cherry blossoms in Hasedera Temple on March 30, 2026


March 31, 2026 Update

Dankazura (Close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu)

Status: Around 60 ~ 80% open

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on March 31, 2026


April 3, 2026 Update

Tsurugaoka Hachimangu

Status: Full blooming

Cherry blossoms in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu on April 3, 2026
Cherry blossoms in Tsurugaoka Hachimangu on April 3, 2026

Dankazura (Close to Tsurugaoka Hachimangu)

Status: Full blooming

Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on April 3, 2026
Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on April 3, 2026
Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on April 3, 2026
Cherry blossoms in Dankazura on April 3, 2026


Best Cherry Blossom Spots in Kamakura on Google Maps

Experience Cherry Blossom Season in Kamakura

We can take you to the spots depending on the bloom status during our private tour.
https://kamakura-experience.jp/experience/half-day-kamakura-study-tour/


Author & Local Guide: Takumi Ikeda

Takumi Ikeda, Project Lead and Local Guide at Kamakura Experience

Takumi Ikeda is the Project Lead & Local Guide at Kamakura Experience, born and raised in Kamakura.
With professional hospitality experience aboard an international cruise ship and at Michelin-rated ryokans, he shares stories, insights, and practical tips shaped by his deep roots in the city.

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