2026 Cherry Blossom Viewing Silver Medal

Obverse (left) / Reverse (right)
Obverse: The design depicts the Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko", and a woman in kimono preparing for cherry blossom viewing.
Reverse: The design depicts the Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko" and the words "Sakura-no-toorinuke", "Gyoiko (御衣黄)" are inscribed. While the background depicts cherry blossoms and motifs of stylized clouds.

The Blossom of the Year, "Gyoiko"
Gyoiko ("御衣黄") is a very rare variety of cherry tree, characterized by yellowish green flowers and a vertical crimson line that appears in the middle of the petal as blooming progresses. Each flower has about 15 petals.
Packaging


Specifications
| Composition | 99.9% Pure Silver (Fineness Certification* stamped by Japan Mint) |
|---|---|
| Weight | Approximately 135g |
| Diameter | 55mm |
| Special Technique | Oxidized silver finish/Color printing (part of reverse side) |
* Mint Certification Mark of Precious Metal Wares (Hallmark)
The Japan Mint examines and certifies the fineness of precious metal wares by stamping specific marks on all wares that pass this examination. These marks are commonly called hallmarks.
Scheduled Sales Quantity: 2,000 pieces / for overseas market: Max. 30 pieces
International Dealers for This Product
For Republic of Korea
- POONGSAN HWADONG CO., LTD.
For European Countries
- NUMISMÁTICA LA DOBLA Álvaro Albero Jiménez de Castro
Please see the International Dealer List for the contact information.







