🌸 When Does It Start?
Cherry blossoms begin blooming in
✔ Jeju: around March 20–22
✔ Busan (south): around March 25
✔ Seoul: around April 1
👉 The bloom moves from south to north
🌸 Peak Bloom (Best Timing)
The best viewing time is usually
👉 5–7 days after first bloom
So peak dates are
✔ Jeju: late March
✔ Busan: early April
✔ Seoul: April 7–12
👉 This is the most important travel window
🌸 Why Is It Earlier This Year?
- Warmer spring temperatures
- Climate trend accelerating bloom
👉 2026 is expected to be
3–8 days earlier than average
🌸 Key Takeaway
👉 Best timing depends on region
- Late March → Southern Korea
- Early April → Nationwide peak
- Mid April → Northern regions
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