Slot Release Schedule for May 2026

 

◆Applicable Operation Dates◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 08MAY26 – 31MAY26

・RJAA: 03MAY26 – 06JUN26

・RJBB: 08MAY26 – 31MAY26

◆Monthly Application Deadline◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 10APR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJAA: 03APR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJBB: 10APR26 0500Z (1400L)

◆Daily Application Starts at◆

・RJTT / RJCC: 20APR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJAA: 15APR26 0500Z (1400L)

・RJBB: 20APR26 0500Z (1400L)

(*L=JST)

*Slots for today through 07MAY2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJTT/RJCC.

*Slots for today through 02MAY2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJAA.

*Slots for today through 07MAY2026 may be applied for on a daily basis for RJBB.

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Cherry Blossom Seaon in Japan

 

April is one of the most beautiful months to visit Japan as the country celebrates the peak of cherry blossom (Sakura) season. Sakura symbolizes renewal, hope, and the fleeting beauty of life, and it holds deep cultural significance in Japanease tradition.

 

During this season, people gather with friends, family, and colleagues for "Hanami" (literally meaning "flower viewing"), the custom of enjoying food and drinks while viewing cherry blossoms. Parks, riversides, castles, and temples across the country become lively gathering places filled with blooming pink and white Sakura trees.

 

While the blossoms usually begin blooming in late March in major cities such as Tokyo and Osaka, many regions, including northern Japan and higher elvation areas, reach their peak bloom in April. Famous viewing locations include castle parks, historical districts, and riversides where thousands of cherry trees create brathtaking landscapes.

 

Spring also bring a pleasant climate, making it an excellent time to visit Japan for sightseeing, oudoor festivals, and seasonal cuisine.

 

Ashikaga Flower Park Wisteria Festival

 

The Wisteria Festival at Ashikaga Flower Park is one of the most famous spring flower events in Japan. The park is known for its beautiful wisteria trees that bloom from mid-April to mid-May, attracting visitors from all over Japan and overseas.

 

The highlight of the park is the Great Wisteria Tree, which is over 150 years old. It spreads across a large trellis, creating a stunning canopy of purple flowers. Visitors can also walk through long tunnels of purple, white, and yellow wisteria blossoms, making it a popular spot of photography.

 

In the evening, the flowers are illuminated with soft lights, creating a magical atmosphere and offering a completely different experience from the daytime scenery.