Elevate Your Hanami: Luxury Bento Service at Nihombashi Takashimaya

Hanami (cherry blossom viewing) is Japan’s most celebrated spring tradition. While any snack under the trees is pleasant, enjoying a “Hanami Bento” from a premier department store is the ultimate way to experience the season like a local. For those visiting the historic Nihonbashi district in 2026, Nihombashi Takashimaya offers a world-class selection of these seasonal meals that are as beautiful as the flowers themselves.

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The “Depachika” Experience: A Spring Food Paradise

Located on the first basement floor (B1F), Takashimaya’s food hall—affectionately called Depachika—transforms into a vibrant “Sakura Fair” every spring. In 2026, this floor remains the go-to destination for high-end, pre-prepared meals.

You don’t have to search the city for Japan’s best restaurants; Takashimaya brings them all to one floor. From Michelin-starred Kyoto cuisine to long-standing Edo-style specialists, each shop creates a limited-edition bento specifically for the hanami season.

These aren’t just meals; they are “edible art.” Expect ingredients like pink-hued cherry blossom rice, fresh bamboo shoots, and seasonal seafood, all arranged to reflect the colors of spring.

Why Choose Nihombashi Takashimaya

Immediate Access to Beauty: The department store is located right on Sakura-dori, a famous street lined with hundreds of cherry trees. You can buy your bento and be under a canopy of blossoms within a 1-minute walk.

Omotenashi Service: The store provides multilingual floor guides and digital support to help international travelers navigate the bustling food hall.

A Taste for Every Budget: While some bento boxes from famous ryotei (high-end restaurants) are a luxurious splurge, there are also plenty of affordable, high-quality options available, often ranging from 1,500 to 5,000 yen.

The “Sakura Bento” season typically aligns with the Tokyo bloom, running from mid-March through early April.

In 2026, the peak bloom for Nihonbashi is forecast for late March. To get the best selection, we recommend visiting the B1F food hall shortly after the store opens at 10:30 am, as the most popular seasonal boxes sell out quickly!

Cherry Blossoms in Nihonbashi

Surprisingly enough, there are many cherry trees in Nihonbashi. You can enjoy cherry blossom viewing while you are shopping. Especially, on Sakura-dori in front of Nihombashi Takashimaya, there are hundreds of cherry trees. They are breathtakingly beautiful in full bloom! Enjoy cherry blossoms and a hanami bento together in Nihonbashi!