Mount Yoshino

Name: Mount Yoshino
Address: Mount Yoshino, Yoshinoyama, Yoshino, Yoshino District, Nara 639-3115, Japan
Rating: 4.4

4.4 (200)・Natural Feature・Establishment

Discover the breathtaking beauty of Mount Yoshino, Japan's most famous cherry blossom spot, celebrated for its overwhelming sea of pink blossoms each spring. Nestled in the Nara Prefecture, Mount Yoshino has been a beloved destination for nature lovers and poets for over a thousand years. The mountain is revered not just for its scenic beauty but also for its deep cultural and historical significance.

Mount Yoshino is home to over 30,000 cherry trees planted in four distinct areas from the foot to the summit. This creates a gradual celebration of color that ascends the mountain, offering a unique viewing experience known as "hitome senbon," which means "a thousand trees at a glance." The spectacle is so renowned that it has been immortalized in Japanese literature and art throughout the centuries.

Beyond its floral fame, Mount Yoshino is also rich in history. It has been a center for religious pilgrimage and is dotted with temples and shrines, adding a spiritual dimension to its natural beauty. The combination of stunning visual appeal, historical depth, and spiritual significance makes Mount Yoshino a captivating escape for anyone looking to experience the essence of Japanese spring and the tranquil beauty of nature.

Hours:

24/7

Closed:

No closing days

Minimum Age:

All ages are welcome.

Fees:

Free

The area

Address

Mount Yoshino, Yoshinoyama, Yoshino, Yoshino District, Nara 639-3115, Japan

Top ways to experience Mount Yoshino

8hrs

Private Full-Day Guided Tour in Yoshino, Japanese Mountain

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What other travelers are saying about Mount Yoshino

Best place to see a mountain full of cherry blossom. Lovely mountain with great scenery. The place is very clean and very well taken care. There are restaurants and cafe in the area with great view. Best to ride the ropeway going up and just walk down later when going home. Bus is another option.

Nearby attractions to see

Yoshimizu Shrine

Tsubosakadera Temple

Tanzan Shrine

Nearby attractions to see

Yoshimizu Shrine

Tsubosakadera Temple

Tanzan Shrine

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Frequently asked questions

Undoubtedly one of the best places in Japan for sakura viewing. Went there today on 6th April, 2025. All photos were captured on that day. After arriving at Yoshino station from Osaka Abenobashi, we took the shuttle bus to Nakasenbon (15-20 mints ride) and walked till the Hanayaguru observatory (1.5 Km from Nakasenbon bus point) to have an unobstructed view of the entire Yoshino town all the way till the Kinpunsen ji Temple. However, the cherry blossoms in the Kamisenbon area around the viewpoint were just opening. Walked down the mountain to the rail station thereafter in around 2 hours (4.5 Km) while soaking in all the superb views.