There are hundreds of different types of flowering cherry trees planted in Japan. But, as many others have noted, the Somei Yoshino variety is by...
Cherry blossom viewing season—better known as hanami—has peaked in Tokyo and throughout much of Japan. Among all of the beautiful cherry blossoms, it is...
Tokyo's Somei Yoshino trees were declared in full bloom on March 14. Sakura season has arrived early, but don't panic — you have until the end...
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.
Fukuoka City has sparked imagination by combining lights and an iron framework to "recreate" a castle keep in Maizuru Park that may or may not have...
In Tokyo, sakura season began half a month later than in 2023. Late bloomers are expected to last until the end of April, offering much to...
Sakura season is likely to begin around the average time or earlier in most regions, with Kochi on March 19, Kyoto on March 25, and Sapporo...
Japanese plum blossoms are currently in season until early March, blooming in varying shades of white and pink in gardens and shrine precincts across Tokyo.
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.
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After the sakura come the azalea, bursting with vibrant colors that illuminate the city. These spots are accessible by public transportation or even by bike.
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