Sakura in UK

What is Sakura?

Sakura is the Japanese word for cherry blossom. It refers to the beautiful, pink flowers that bloom on cherry trees in the spring. Sakura holds significant cultural importance in Japan and symbolises beauty, renewal, and the transience of life, which is a central theme in Japanese aesthetics.

The annual bloom of sakura is celebrated with "Hanami" parties, where people gather under the cherry trees to enjoy the beauty of the flowers, eat, and drink with family and friends

Here are 7 places where you can enjoy Sakura, the cherry blossoms' blooming.

Sakura is a celebration of everything that's temporary, like beauty, life, and basically everything.
Do as the Japanese do and get your Hanami on. Hanami refers to the act of gathering around the trees to admire their beauty while enjoying food, drinks, and conversations with friends.

Cambridge

The Yoshino cherry tree at the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

The Yoshino cherry tree at the Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
Book a table at our Cambridge restaurant, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the garden's cherry blossom beauty, and return for a delectable sushi experience. It's not just a great date idea, it's also embracing a lovely Japanese tradition.

White City

Kensington Gardens

Want to get your Hanami on? Go to Kensington Gardens. Start at Lancaster Gate where you’ll be greeted by blooms and walk to the Albert Memorial, which has six big, blowsy pink trees nearby. Seize the moment for the full Japanese evening by reserving a table at our White City restaurant only 1.4 miles away

Covent garden

St. Paul's Cathedral

How about a charming date idea? Meander around St. Paul's Cathedral, soaking in the breathtaking cherry blossoms - it's a perfect spot for Sakura season. Follow it up with a reservation at ourSticks’n’Sushi in Covent Garden or Shoreditch for the full Japanese experience.

Greenwich

Greenwich Park

Experience a slice of Japan in London with the Sakura blossoms at Greenwich Park. It's an idyllic setting for a romantic sushi picnic, with benches nestled under the blooming branches. Swing by our Sticks’n’Sushi restaurant in the park's north-east corner on Nelson Rd to pick up some delicious treats and go enjoy Hanami.
Order takeaway here

Kings Road (Chelsea)

Battersea Park

Battersea Park is a hidden Sakura gem. Stroll down Spring Tree Walk for scenic views of cherry blossom trees with the iconic Battersea Power Station chimneys in the background. Bring along some Sticks'n'Sushi from Kings Road only 0,7 miles away for a delightful Sakura picnic.

Victoria

St James's Park

While St. James's Park only has a handful of cherry blossom trees, they might just be the most centrally located in London, offering a chance for a less crowded experience. It's the perfect spot for a Japanese-style picnic. Simply grab your takeaway from our restaurant in Victoria only 0,4 miles away and relish the tranquility of Hanami.

Oxford

Oxford University Park

In Oxford’s university park you’ll find a few but beautiful cherry trees. Embrace the Japanese tradition of Hanami with Sticks’n’Sushi from our Oxford restaurant.