Winter Cherry Blossom Festival at Jomine Park, where winter cherry blossoms and autumn leaves add colour on October 25

A season of pale pink double blossoms and autumn leaves

Winter cherry blossoms bloom from late autumn to early winter and are an unusual variety of cherry blossom, also known as “October cherry.” At Jomine Park, small, pale pink double blossoms appear alongside trees in autumn colour, bringing the hues of flowers and leaves together in one view. The blossoms are usually at their best from late October to early December. The park is described as a place where you can enjoy both cherry blossom viewing and autumn leaf viewing.

The winter cherry blossoms are a variety called “Yamazakura-benii.” According to the park, seedlings were first grown at the Saitama Prefectural Plant Promotion Center in 1973, and there are now around 500 trees in the park. Knowing a little about the blossoms and their history can add to the pleasure of your visit—not just on festival day, but as a chance to see flowers marking the transition from autumn to early winter. Rather than imagining only a scene of full bloom, take in the colours created by the small flowers and the autumn leaves around them.

The festival is on October 25, around the time the usual viewing season begins. However, the typical season does not indicate the state of bloom on that date in any given year. If the blossoms are your main reason for visiting, check the latest bloom information before you set off and plan around the actual conditions.

Check the activities and evening schedule separately

The information published about the festival says that it is held to coincide with the winter cherry blossoms and that “various activities” are planned. It does not give specific activity names or details on how to take part. If you are planning your visit around the activities, check the latest festival information before making arrangements. The published information also does not state the festival’s admission fee. Rather than assume what participation involves, check in advance if you are concerned about costs; this will make it easier to plan your day.

The information about winter cherry blossoms at Jomine Park notes that nighttime illuminations have also been held in recent years. However, it is not confirmed whether the lights will be on during the 2026 festival or what time they will go off. The festival is listed as running from 10:00 to 15:00. If you also want to see the park in the evening, check the event hours and illumination details separately so you can plan your visit.