- Dates & time
- March 31, 2026 (Tue) - April 9, 2026 (Thu) Daytime cherry blossoms: All day
Night illumination: 18:00–21:00 - cost
- Free (some attractions at Sumaura Sanjo Amusement Park are paid)
- Venue & access
- Sumaura Park West Area & Sumaura Sanjo Amusement Park Directly accessible from Sanyo Railway Sumaura-Koen Station
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Why You Should Visit
The 12th edition of Sumaura Park's cherry blossom event, offering both daytime seaside blossoms and one of the Kansai region's largest night illumination shows. New this year: lantern ceiling with cherry projection mapping, a light waterfall 'Niagara Wall,' and the crescent moon photo spot 'Moonlight Chair.' Food trucks and special menus from SUMA Terrace also available. Free admission.
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NOTE
Night illumination runs 18:00–21:00. New this year: Lantern Ceiling × Cherry Projection Mapping, Niagara Wall (light waterfall), Moonlight Chair (crescent moon photo spot). Food available 13:00–21:00. Event may be modified or cancelled depending on cherry blossom conditions or severe weather. Check Sanyo Railway's official website for latest info.
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