1. Yamataka Jindai Sakura（山高神代桜）in Yamanashi prefecture（山梨県）
One of the "Three Great Sakura Trees of Japan", the Yamataka Jindai Sakura (Edohigan variety) is said to be 2000 years old. It is in the grounds of Jissoji temple（実相寺）, which requires a small entrance fee, but the view of the tree from outside the temple is nicer.
2. Oboshi Park（大法師公園）in Yamanashi prefecture（山梨県）
The only place in Yamanashi prefecture chosen as "Japan's Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots", Oboshi Park on a hill top has 2000 Sakura trees, mostly Somei Yoshino variety（染井吉野）, and it is possible to see Mount Fuji from here if the weather is good. Many locals enjoy hanami/picnic here. The festive mood is strong due to the yatai (food stalls) and Japanese music.
3. Fuji Cemetery（富士霊園）in Shizuoka prefecture（静岡県）
One of the top 100 spots, it has 3500 Sakura trees, comprising mostly Somei Yoshino and yamazakura（山桜）. The highlight is the 800m stretch near the entrance. Unfortunately, the peaceful vibe is affected by the sound of racing cars, probably from the nearby Fuji Speedway.
4. Sakura no Sato（さくらの里）in Shizuoka prefecture（静岡県）
Also one of the top 100 spots, this park is like a "Sakura museum", with 1000 trees of 40 varieties, blooming from late September to May. Although the trees are not particularly old/huge/dense, I like that each tree's variety is labeled clearly, and some of them are listed on a panel (in English too!) at the entrance. It also has varieties from other regions, such as Akita and Sendai.
5. Ryuganbuchi（龍巌淵）in Shizuoka prefecture（静岡県）
Although not one of the top 100 spots, it is possible to capture Sakura + Mount Fuji here. I like how the trees are huge and dense, not pale in comparison when placed alongside Mount Fuji.
However, do note that it is more difficult to see the whole Mount Fuji from the Shizuoka side compared to the Yamanashi side such as Kawaguchiko（河口湖）. Given that it is also harder to see Mount Fuji in spring compared to winter, I am really thankful for the great weather conditions the day when I visited.
6. Taisekiji（大石寺）in Shizuoka prefecture（静岡県）
Also not one of the top 100 spots, Taisekiji is a huge temple complex with 5000 Sakura trees. The trees are not particularly large/dense, but it is possible to capture Sakura + Mount Fuji + Japanese garden here. I also like the peaceful and zen vibe. Note that some areas are closed on weekends and April 6 & 7 every year.
Another place to see Sakura with Mount Fuji would be Kawaguchiko, which I had visited previously. In 2025, the cherry blossoms there were actually late by two weeks although those in other parts of the prefecture were in line with usual years.
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