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 ...

Revelers convene under the blooming sakura for picnics and saké ... a quick train ride from Cologne-Bonn Airport. Pro tip: ...

The Yamataka Jindai Sakura is 10.3m tall and is ... The best-selling fragrance in the USA is ‘Japanese Cherry Blossom’, with 30 million units sold per year.

Sakura sightseeing in early spring is a favorite ... the tourist industry is ready to help you explore the best cherry blossom spots. In the heart of Tokyo, cherry trees are beginning to explode ...