Must-see cherry blossom spots in Sapporo in March! A private guide to a romantic spring

🌸【Transportation】 🚄 Airport-City Center: Take the JR Rapid Line from New Chitose Airport to Sapporo Station, which takes about 40 mins. The fare is approx. JPY 1,070. 🚌 City Transportation: It is recommended to purchase a "Sapporo Municipal Subway One-Day Pass" for unlimited subway rides (JPY 620 for adults). Maruyama Park, Nakajima Park, and other attractions are directly accessible by subway. 🌸【Recommended Viewing Spots】 1⃣️Maruyama Park 📍Miyagaoka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 🌸 Features: One of the earliest cherry blossom blooming spots in Hokkaido, with over 1,500 Somei Yoshino cherry trees forming a pink sea of flowers. It looks even more dreamy at night under the lights. 2⃣️Hokkaido Shrine 📍Miyagaoka, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 🌸 Features: An antique shrine intertwined with cherry blossoms. We recommend taking photos of the classic red torii gate with the cherry blossoms. 3⃣️Nakajima Park 📍Nakajima Park, Chuo-ku, Sapporo 🌸 Features: Cherry blossoms reflected in the lake. You can enjoy boating and flower viewing. There is also a Japanese tea room in the park offering matcha experiences. 🌸【Dining Recommendations】 1⃣️Ramen Yokocho 📍In front of Sapporo Station ✅ Must-try: Miso ramen and butter corn ramen with rich soup! The average price is JPY 1,000–1,500. 2⃣️Nijo Market 📍Minami 3-jo Higashi, Chuo-ku ✅ Must-try: Fresh sea urchin and grilled king crab legs, paired with limited-edition cherry blossom wine for a perfect spring atmosphere. 🌸Photography Tips 📸 Outfit Suggestions: Light-colored dresses + beige trench coats are more harmonious with the cherry blossom background. Avoid dark-colored clothing. ⏰ Golden Hour: 8–10am or 4–6pm for soft lighting and more saturated cherry blossom colors. 🎞 Composition Techniques: Shoot from a low angle looking up to avoid crowds, using cherry blossoms as a blurred foreground; close-ups of petals + blue sky background for a perfect Japanese feel. ✨ Summary: The full bloom period for cherry blossoms in Sapporo in March is from late March to early April. Using a JR PASS can save on transportation costs. Take this guide and unlock your own cherry blossom story!