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🌸 Living Guide

When Do Cherry Blossoms Bloom?
Dates by Region

2026 Cherry Blossom Forecast. Timing varies by region!

native.ai5 minUpdated May 12, 2026
🌸 Bloom vs Full Bloom

What's the Difference?

Blooming is when flowers first open. Full bloom means 80%+ are open. Full bloom comes ~7 days after blooming, and the best viewing is 3–4 days after that.

⏰ This year is 3–8 days earlier due to the warm winter! Go too early and nothing's open; too late and petals have fallen. Aim for the full bloom window!

🗺️ Regional Bloom Map

2026 Cherry Blossom Forecast Map

Tap a region for details

UlleungdoDokdoWest SeaEast SeaMar20Not yetBuddingFull bloomFallingEnded▶↺JejuMokpoBusanGwangjuUlsanChangwonDaeguJeonjuSeoulPohangDaejeonIncheonCheongjuSuwonGangneungWonjuChuncheonSokcho
Mar 20Mar 20Apr 30
Bloom status
JejuFull bloom
🌸 Blossom Spots

Must-Visit Cherry Blossom Spots

🏙️ Seoul

🏙️ Seoul

  • ·Yeouido Yunjung-ro — 1,800 trees, annual festival
  • ·Seokchon Lake — Walk from Jamsil Stn, beautiful night lights
  • ·Namsan — See Seoul Tower with cherry blossoms
🌊 Busan · Jinhae

🌊 Busan · Jinhae

  • ·Jinhae Yeojwacheon — Famous rail track blossoms
  • ·Haeundae Dalmaji — Ocean meets cherry blossoms
  • ·Gunhangje — Korea's biggest blossom festival (1hr bus)
🏝️ Jeju

🏝️ Jeju

  • ·Jeonnong-ro — Jeju City's famous blossom street
  • ·Noksan-ro — Canola + cherry blossoms together
  • ·Korea's earliest blossoms (late March)
📋 Blossom Prep

3 Steps to Perfect Timing

1

Check the Forecast

Check the KMA app or Naver Weather for bloom forecasts. Released in early March. 💡 Search 'KMA cherry blossom'!

2

Choose Your Region

Check full bloom dates. Jeju (late March) → Seoul (early April). 🎉 Try Jinhae Gunhangje or Yeouido Festival!

3

Adjust Your Dates

2 days before/after full bloom is best! ✅ Weekdays are less crowded. ☂️ Rain makes petals fall — bring an umbrella.

❓ FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Best spots in Seoul?▾
Yeouido, Seokchon Lake, and Namsan are popular. Yeouido also has a festival!
How many days can you see them?▾
3–4 days after full bloom is prettiest. Overall about 10 days of viewing.
Are blossoms early this year?▾
Yes! 3–8 days earlier than average, due to the warm winter.
When is Jinhae Gunhangje?▾
Usually late March to early April. Korea's biggest blossom festival!
Do blossoms fall if it rains?▾
Yes, rain and wind make them fall fast. Go before the rain! Petal rain (kkotbi) is pretty too.
Can I find info in English?▾
Visit Korea website, Naver Map English mode, and tourist hotline 1330 support English.
Can I picnic under cherry blossoms?▾
Yes! It's called 'kkot-nori'. Bring a mat and convenience store food. Please take your trash!

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