Why not watch cherry blossoms from both the ground and the observation deck?
Situated next to Goryokaku Tower, the national history site, Goryokaku, is one of the famous spots to see cherry blossoms in Hakodate. There are nearly 1,500 cherry blossom trees, mainly of the Somei Yoshino species, on the premises of Goryokaku. Every year during the cherry blossom season, a host of locals and tourists gather here to see cherry blossoms.
After enjoying cherry blossoms on the ground, please look down Goryokaku from the observation deck of the Goryokaku Tower. You will see pink cherry blossoms in full bloom planted around the star-shaped moat.
Why not enjoy the cherry blossoms of Goryokaku from both the ground and the observation deck?
Today’s Cherry Blossoms at Goryokaku [Green Leaves] (Updated: May 2)
Along with the forecast dates for cherry blossom blooming and full bloom at Goryokaku, we introduce the changing stages of the cherry blossoms, from buds to blooming, full bloom, and finally the green leaf stage, on our website and Facebook.
◎ The cherry blossoms were officially घोषित as being in full bloom on April 20 (Mon) by the Hakodate Local Meteorological Observatory, and had turned into leafy green by May 1.
◎ Official cherry blossom dates for Hakodate (announced by the Hakodate Local Meteorological Observatory)
*First bloom: April 18 (Sat)
*Full bloom: April 20 (Mon)
◎ Last Year (2025):
First Bloom: Wednesday, April 23 / Full Bloom: Monday, April 28
◎ Two Years Ago (2024):
First Bloom: Thursday, April 18 / Full Bloom: Tuesday, April 23
Saturday, May 2, 2026 Current Cherry Blossom Condition at Goryokaku [Green Leaves]
※ The evaluation of cherry blossom conditions on this website is based on the independent criteria of Goryokaku Tower.
※ Actual conditions may vary depending on weather factors such as temperature, wind, and sunlight, and may differ from the photos shown even on the same day.
🌸 Japan Weather Association
“Cherry Blossom Forecast & Weather Information 2026”
https://tenki.jp/sakura/
🌸 Weathernews
“Cherry Blossom Bloom Information”
https://weathernews.jp/sakura/
◎ Notice regarding the use of Goryokaku Park during the cherry blossom viewing period (Hakodate City)
*Applicable period: Tuesday, April 21 to Wednesday, May 6, 2026
*Use of open flames is permitted
◎ Cherry blossom illumination at Goryokaku Park
Period: 16 days from Tuesday, April 21 to Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
For details, please check the page below (Hakodate City):
https://www.city.hakodate.hokkaido.jp/docs/2026041300051/
※ For inquiries regarding the blooming status of cherry blossoms, wisteria trellises, and azaleas within Goryokaku Park, please contact the Goryokaku Park Management Office at +81-138-31-5505.
※ For questions regarding park use during the cherry blossom season, please contact the Hakodate City Parks and River Management Division at +81-138-21-3431
(parkriver@city.hakodate.hokkaido.jp)
