School children write about the terror of North Korea's abduction of Megumi Yokota when she was 13 and as cherry trees blossom, express hope for her...
Expect cherry blossoms in Tokyo as early as March 23 and full bloom on March 30, says the Japan Meteorological Corporation in its first forecast.
Many tourists from Japan and overseas returned to Himeji Castle in spring 2023 to enjoy the cherry blossoms on one of the country's most famous castle...
At night, the 339 cherry blossom trees are illuminated by the gentle glow of the lanterns, creating a magical atmosphere.
As early-blooming cherry blossom trees herald the arrival of spring, reports have emerged of an alarming change in Japan's most popular sakura, Somei Yoshino.
As the New Year progresses, many will start planning their travels to see the cherry blossoms in 2023. The Japan Meteorological Corporation has released the first...
Three years of pandemic restrictions have curtailed donations along this beautiful hanami path, and now there is a new public effort to raise funds to care...
There is a lot going on in the world, and many don’t have time to keep up with reading the latest news every day, yet want...
Very early on in the pandemic Japan focused on airborne transmission, but it should not relax. In other countries, a loosening of restrictions has been associated...
Arashiyama's beauty is well known. Now a 150 year old dying gallery is providing a new way to enjoy the seasons there through Ikebana.
It’s still difficult to travel around Japan, but cherry blossoms can be enjoyed in many ways!
A sweets maker known for this type of treat is ‘Tabemasu’, a company that recreates all kinds of famous characters in traditional Japanese sweet form.
