Sagamihara Citizens' Sakura Festival

Festival highlights

Highlights include parades by local groups and others along the cherry tree-lined street, and a special stage in front of the City Hall Main Building.

Singing and dance performances are presented on the stage, and booths run by various groups line the street.

Rows of Somei Yoshino cherry trees surround the venue, letting visitors enjoy the spring blossoms alongside the lively festival atmosphere.

The cherry tree-lined streets are also illuminated at night, offering a different view from the daytime.

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A spring festival in Sagamihara, brought to life by cherry blossoms and community performances

What to expect

Visitors can walk along Shiyakusho Sakura-dori, which is closed to traffic, and enjoy the parades, stage events, and booths run by various groups in turn.

Parades by local groups and others make their way along the street, while singing and dance performances take place on a stage in front of the City Hall Main Building.

In addition to the daytime events, visitors can also spend the evening viewing the illuminated cherry tree-lined streets.

The street is closed to traffic during the day only. Cars use it at night, so conditions at the venue vary by time of day.

How to take part

Visitors can watch the event.

Location and access

Venue and address

Shiyakusho Sakura-dori (around the Sagamihara City Hall Main Building).

The address is 2-11-15 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture.

Train and bus

About a 15-minute walk from the south exit of Sagamihara Station on the JR Yokohama Line.

A free shuttle bus runs from Sagamihara Station on the JR Yokohama Line to near City Hall about every 20 minutes.

By car

Shiyakusho Sakura-dori and its surroundings are part of the venue, so take care regarding vehicle traffic during event hours.

Parking

There is no festival parking.

Address 2-11-15 Chuo, Chuo-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture

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Dates and season

2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)

For 2026, the event was announced for April 4 (Saturday) and the 5th (Sunday).

Shiyakusho Sakura-dori was to be closed to traffic and host parades, stage events, booths, and more.

According to the event information, the cherry tree-lined streets are illuminated from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The festival is usually held in April, but in years with elections and similar events, it may be held as the Wakaba Festival in May.

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Tips for your visit

The street is closed to traffic during the day only. At night, the cherry tree-lined streets are illuminated, while vehicles use the road.

As how the street is used changes between day and night, take care not to enter the roadway when visiting at night.

The venue covers a wide area of Shiyakusho Sakura-dori, and crowds may form around the parades, booths, and other attractions.

Check the latest event information before your visit for updates on the cherry blossoms and event program.

Nearby attractions

The venue itself, Shiyakusho Sakura-dori, is a street lined with Somei Yoshino cherry trees for about 1.6 km and is introduced as one of Kanagawa Prefecture's famous flower-viewing spots.

About 300 cherry trees are planted here, and they typically bloom from late March to early April.

Along with the festival events, the cherry tree-lined streets and evening illuminations are also attractions to enjoy nearby.

No information has been found confirming a connection between the festival and sightseeing facilities other than Shiyakusho Sakura-dori.

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Origins and History of Sagamihara Citizens' Sakura Festival

The Sagamihara Citizens' Sakura Festival began in 1974 to mark the 20th anniversary of Sagamihara becoming a city.

Its theme was “Building Sagamihara's hometown,” and it was launched as an event where residents could express their feelings for the community.

Since then, Shiyakusho Sakura-dori has remained the main venue for events organized by local residents, parades, art contests, and more.

The 53rd edition was announced for 2026.

Official information

The 2026 event information can be found in announcements from Sagamihara City.

Information is provided on the event dates, the street closure at the venue, parades, stage events, booths, and other plans.

The city's announcements also give the hours for the illumination of the cherry tree-lined streets on Shiyakusho Sakura-dori.

Sagamihara Citizens' Sakura Festival at a Glance

The Sagamihara Citizens' Sakura Festival is a spring festival where visitors can enjoy resident-organized parades, stage performances, and booths along the cherry tree-lined Shiyakusho Sakura-dori.

It began in 1974, and the 53rd edition was announced for 2026 on April 4 and the 5th.

The street is closed to traffic during the day, and the cherry tree-lined streets are illuminated at night.

It is about a 15-minute walk from JR Sagamihara Station, and there is no festival parking.