Grand Prince Hotel Takanawa

Tucked away behind three hotels, the Takanawa Cherry Blossom Festival is being held at an expansive Japanese garden with approximately 210 cherry blossom trees of 17 different types. Starting with the winter-blooming kawazu blossoms in February, the garden hosts a wide variety of cherry trees to enjoy for three consecutive months. The cherry blossoms here are illuminated every evening from 4.30pm to 12 midnight until April 13 (Sunday). During this time, the paths in the garden are also decorated with over 400 ornate bamboo lanterns to evoke the local custom of 'Takanawa Nijurokuya', a moon-waiting ritual from the Edo period (1603–1868). This spot is a highlight for those interested in taking the ultimate sakura snaps. While you're there, don't miss the exciting workshops at the Japanese garden such as the tea ceremony experience, senbei-making class (no reservations required), outdoor morning yoga experience, and more. Special cherry blossom-viewing rooms are also available for booking. For more information on workshops and stay packages, check the event website.