Hanami

Japanese Spring Festival

Hanami (花見), literally “flower viewing”, is the Japanese tradition of enjoying the beauty of spring blossoms, especially cherry blossoms – sakura. In Japan, hanami is a time to meet with family and friends, spend time outdoors and celebrate the arrival of spring.

The Czech-Japanese Association brings this tradition to Prague through its annual Hanami festival, combining a relaxed spring gathering with a programme introducing different aspects of Japanese culture.

Visitors can enjoy Japanese music and dance, martial arts demonstrations, workshops, traditional arts and crafts, activities for children, as well as Japanese food and other experiences connected with Japan. The programme changes from year to year and brings together Czech and Japanese performers, artists, teachers and organisations.

Our aim is not simply to recreate a Japanese festival, but to create a place where people can meet, experience Japanese culture first-hand and enjoy spring together.

Hanami is open to everyone – whether you have a long-standing interest in Japan or are simply looking for an enjoyable way to spend a spring day.

Come and celebrate spring with us under the blossoms!

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When and where?

Hanami usually takes place in spring in Prague, around the cherry blossom season. The exact date, venue and programme are announced separately each year.

Follow our website and social media for information about the next Hanami festival.