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3 days ago · The famed sakura, or cherry blossoms, bloom across the country, creating canopies and carpets of delicate pastel pink and white petals. In addition to hanami , or flower viewing, the season brings a slew of sakura-themed foods and drinks to try.
5 days ago · Join the locals at shrines and temples where roasted soybeans are tossed amidst cries of "Oni wa soto! Fuku wa uchi!" ("Out with the demons! In with good fortune!"). Don’t forget to eat an uncut makizushi (sushi roll) while facing the year’s lucky direction! Cherry Blossom Festivals (花見, Hanami) Date: Late March to early April
5 days ago · From the origins of cherry blossom viewing to the significance of hanami parties, from the different varieties of cherry trees to the meanings behind the blossoms, we will uncover the tale of these mesmerizing blooms.
5 days ago · Make a gastronomic journey through Japan's cherry blossom-inspired foods, where every bite promises to evoke the beauty and essence of springtime in the Land of the Rising Sun. Explore these six must-try cherry blossom foods in Japan to enhance your Sakura season experience and discover the essence of springtime in every bite! 🌸🍡🍙🍶🍵🍘.
1 day ago · As its name implies, salt-pickled cherry blossoms are edible salt-cured cherry blossoms. It’s made by carefully handpicking the whole flowers, then washing, draining, and drying them before sprinkling them with sea salt.
4 days ago · Hanami is one of Japan’s spring events. You will see Japanese people enjoying drinks and food under cherry trees in full bloom while admiring the cherry blossoms. During this period, you can visit parks with cherry blossom trees and food stalls. 29th April – 5th May: Golden Week (ゴールデンウィーク)
1 day ago · A young girl at right holds a small tray with what might be an incense burner on it. A basket of cherry blossoms fills the background, with a few petals fluttering down through the sky, a symbol of the fleeting quality of life. A handsome design from a rarely seen series, nicely composed. Artist - Kuniteru I (active circa 1820 - 1860)
