In ancient Japan, farmers took a day off to honor the gods under cherry blossoms. This tradition, called Hanami, is rooted in Shinto rituals. Today, millions visit parks to see the ephemeral ...
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The first cherry blossoms this year in Japan have been observed in Okinawa Prefecture. Weather officials say they confirmed that flowers were in bloom on a benchmark cherry tree of the hikanzakura ...
Whether you're planning to travel to Japan or are already here, the tourist industry is ready to help you explore the best cherry blossom spots. In the heart of Tokyo, cherry trees are beginning ...
Bring the 'ohana to enjoy mochi pounding, Cherry Blossom opening ceremony and much more on Saturday January 11, 2025 at the ...
The best & worst time to visit Japan? This guide breaks down the pros and cons of each season to help you plan your perfect ...
KOCHI: A new restaurant has popped up in the city that promises to bring you a slice of Japan. And indeed it does, in more ...
After a lifelong fascination with Japan, Elisa Garcia, a retired attorney, dreamt of walking hand-in-hand with her husband under the falling cherry blossoms. But when she went online to reserve a ...