Sakura Expo 2026 at Expo '70 Commemorative Park

Put on your most comfortable shoes for a picturesque stroll through the massive Expo ’70 Commemorative Park. Formerly the site of the 1970 World Expo, the park is now one of Osaka’s top cherry blossom destinations, boasting around 5,500 sakura trees across 12 varieties.

While you’ll find cherry blossoms throughout the grounds, locals tend to flock to Higashioji Street in the Natural and Cultural Gardens. Here, around 100 sakura trees stretch on for about 200 metres to form a stunning cherry blossom tunnel.

Throughout the festival period, this scenic spot also hosts lively street performances between 10am and 6pm, making it the perfect place to enjoy a hanami (cherry blossom-viewing) picnic. The organisers have revealed that this section of the park will even stay open after sundown for a special cherry blossom illumination – exact dates to be announced soon.

While you're there, be sure to also drop by the Festival Plaza for more Sakura Expo events. One of the main attractions is the Sakura Food Court (March 26–April 5). There will be up to 40 stalls serving seasonal treats for you to enjoy alongside the cherry blossoms.

On Saturday March 28, the plaza goes unplugged for the A Cappella Expo (10.30am–4.30pm). This musical showcase will surely be a feast for your ears, as 60 singers ditch the instruments for pitch-perfect vocal harmonies. 

Then, on the final day (April 5) of Sakura Expo, the energy gets turned up a few notches with Osaka Tensuiren taking the stage. Founded in 1995, this Awa Odori troupe will perform the lively Tokushima Awa Odori dance from 11am to 11.30am.

While the Sakura Expo events are free, the Natural and Cultural Gardens requires an admission ticket. To plan your visit, track the cherry blossom blooming status on the park’s website before you go.

Note: Sakura Expo is closed on Wednesday March 25.