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07/03/2025

Tokyo is an amazing destination for enjoying the Sakura season, especially for travellers with specific needs. With a little bit of planning, you can easily find the best ways to experience the season comfortably. Be sure to do your research in advance to ensure you have the smoothest and most enjoyable trip possible!

02/03/2025

Oakhouse x Mobal! 🌟 Experience Japan, meet amazing people, save on rent, and give back to charity. Check out our blog to learn how to become an Oak Fellows member and claim your discount! シェアハウス・ゲストハウス日本最大手 オークハウス

27/02/2025

Planning a trip to Japan? Discover the beauty of Japan by rail with TS Japan – offering seamless planning and exceptional sightseeing experiences. Perfect for exploring the country with ease.

Special Offer: Travel Planning Discount with an English-Speaking Railway Expert February 25, 2025 Admin Japanese Trains – Travel Discounts and Planning

20/02/2025

The Japan Tips that Travel Sites Don't Tell You

✈️ Make Your Japan Trip Easier

1️⃣ You can fill out your customs declaration in advance - no need to wait in line!

Japan's airports can get super crowded, especially during cherry blossom season. What most travellers don't know is that you can breeze through immigration and customs!

It's a smart move to fill out your arrival forms online before your trip. Just head over to Visit Japan Web and complete your customs and immigration declarations ahead of time. Once you're done, you'll get a QR code to scan at the airport, letting you skip the paperwork and speed through customs. It's a simple step that will save you time and get you enjoying the beauty of Japan right from the moment you land!

2️⃣ You can use your own phone to get online as soon as you land - don't shop for a SIM at the airport!

Instead of waiting in line to rent a pocket Wi-Fi or buy a tourist SIM when you arrive, preorder a Mobal eSIM before you leave home.

Mobal offers affordable, high-speed data with excellent coverage across Japan.

You can schedule when your eSIM activates, so it'll work instantly when you land, so you can start using Google Maps, translating signs, and checking cherry blossom forecasts right away.

With these two steps taken care of, you'll be ready to explore Japan stress-free—now let's get into the best cherry blossom spots for 2025!

🌸 Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan (2025)

Each region of Japan experiences sakura season at different times, so it's essential to plan your itinerary around the expected blooming dates.

🌆 Tokyo

Best Time to Visit: March 24 – Full bloom by March 31

Top Spots: Ueno Park – One of Japan's most famous cherry blossom spots with over 1,000 trees.

Chidorigafuchi – Enjoy romantic boat rides along the Imperial Palace moat under the sakura.

⛩ Kyoto

Best Time to Visit: March 27 – Full bloom by April 5

Top Spots: Philosopher's Path – A scenic 2km stroll lined with cherry trees and traditional teahouses.

Maruyama Park – The city's top hanami (cherry blossom party) location, famous for its weeping sakura tree.

🏯 Osaka

Best Time to Visit: March 28 – Full bloom by April 4

Top Spots: Osaka Castle Park – The historic castle surrounded by 3,000 cherry trees makes for a postcard-perfect view.

Kema Sakuranomiya Park – A riverside promenade with nearly 5,000 cherry trees—ideal for picnics and photography.

🗻 Mount Fuji Area

Best Time to Visit: Early April – Full bloom around April 5

Top Spots: Chureito Pagoda – The iconic red pagoda + Mount Fuji + cherry blossoms = one of Japan's most famous views.

Lake Kawaguchiko – A serene lakeside area with sakura reflecting in the water, making for stunning sunrise and sunset photos.

❄️ Sapporo (Hokkaido)

Best Time to Visit: April 28 – Full bloom by May 2

Top Spots: Maruyama Park – Sapporo's best sakura park, offering a late-blooming hanami experience.

Moerenuma Park – A unique blend of cherry blossoms and modern landscape design by artist Isamu Noguchi.

🌟 Final Tips for a Smooth Cherry Blossom Trip

Book hotels early – Popular cherry blossom destinations fill up fast, so reserve your accommodation as soon as possible.

Check the weather forecast – Sakura season can be affected by sudden rain or wind, so keep an eye on the latest updates.

Try local seasonal foods – Enjoy sakura-themed treats like cherry blossom mochi, sakura lattes, and pink sakura dango!

With this guide in hand, you're ready to experience Japan's beautiful and fleeting sakura season in 2025. 🌸✨

Do you have a friend who's heading to Japan this cherry blossom season? Share this post with them to help them enjoy it even more!

19/02/2025

Brighten up your hump day with some witty Japanese poetry!

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Senryu's poetry, known for its wit and humour, consists of three concise lines that capture life’s ironies and quirks.

09/02/2025

Here's something that our team in the UK could use... all the more the reason to move to Japan, if you ask us!

07/02/2025

🍵Kyoto is the place for traditional tea ceremonies and exceptional matcha, and just south in Uji, they've been mastering the art of tea for centuries.

⛩️Don’t miss the breathtaking Golden Temple (Kinkaku-ji)—a stunning fusion of beauty and tranquility that showcases Japan's rich history.

🎋Be sure to take a stroll through the enchanting Bamboo Grove; it truly feels like stepping into a fairy tale!

👘The geisha culture here is a remarkable testament to Japan’s artistic heritage, and it's something you won't want to overlook.

🏯Here's an interesting fact: "Kyoto" means "capital city," a nod to its history as Japan's former capital. Enjoy your adventure!

06/02/2025

Happy International Chopsticks Day! We asked the people of Tokyo what one item they would pack when visiting Japan. Surprisingly, many said chopsticks and phones! We can definitely see why these would be essential for your trip.

03/02/2025

We sat our CEO, Declan, down with a microphone and gathered some of his most valuable wisdom about moving to Japan, and then we got our marketing team to think hard about a clever name for a podcast.

Long story short, our new podcast is called Moving To Japan.

Over the next few weeks, Declan and Ryan will be talking about:

🎙️ Taking the leap to move to Japan

🎙️ Landing your dream job here

🎙️ Navigating Japan's visa system

🎙️ Finding the perfect home

You can find it wherever you get your podcasts! https://pod.link/1784992037

01/02/2025

What Japanese phrase do you wish you knew when you first arrived in Japan? Here's one that our team came up with!

31/01/2025

Not sure which eSIM or SIM card you need for your trip to Japan? We’re here to help!

31/01/2025

With Mobal, you're in charge. Unlike other providers, we don’t shackle you to long-term commitments. Join us and enjoy the freedom of no contracts and no termination fees when you decide to move on!

29/01/2025

Celebrating the Lunar New Year with joy and tradition! From the vibrant festivals in Yokohama to the peaceful temples in Kyoto, Japan offers the perfect blend of culture and celebration.

24/01/2025

Spring is coming, and so are the cherry blossoms! The 2025 Sakura Season is just around the corner, with blooms expected to light up Japan from March to April. Here are some places you can see this year, Sakura Season, and share the beauty worldwide using your Mobal SIM!

23/01/2025

When Mobal attended the GaijinPot Expo 2024, we had an amazing time chatting with you all about Japan! We asked, “What’s one thing you wish everyone knew about Japan?”. and your answers were incredibly helpful for anyone planning a trip to Japan.

22/01/2025

We’re more than just a SIM card company. Every Mobal product is designed to make easier, and all the profits go straight to charity!

18/11/2024

Mobal at Expo Expat last weekend!

Our team had an amazing time meeting all those who stopped by to say hi and enjoy some delicious coffee from our charity partner, Warm Hearts Coffee Club.

We hope you enjoyed meeting them too and learning all about Mobal, MobalPay, and how using our services supports our charity mission in Malawi!

06/11/2024

Join us for an exciting weekend at Expat Expo Tokyo 2024!

Enjoy an exclusive 50% off on SIMs, eSIMs, and WiFi. Whether you’re looking for the best data or a reliable WiFi device, stop by to say hello, and feel free to ask us any questions.

We’re excited to have our charity partner, Warm Hearts Coffee Club, with us this weekend! Enjoy fresh coffee on the day, brewed with love, straight from the heart of Malawi. ☕