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 ...

Oh, how I still remember that blustering, rainy day we had when we visited the Tidal Basin Cherry Blossoms in DC for the ...

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Setouchi is a quiet adventurer with mischievous charm, beckoning you to wander across island-studded waters to discover stunning pockets of art amid soulful serenity. Always with a thoughtful ...

With its stunning landscapes, rich culture and vibrant cities, here are our top tips for visiting Japan, including places to ...

One of my favourite parts of spring is the beautiful cherry blossom trees that are dotted all around Christchurch, their delicate pink and white blossoms covering the trees like tiny cotton candy ...

Is it time to start planning your Cherry Blossom Chase of 2025? Because the Japan Meteorological Corporation has released its Cherry Blossom forecast for the year! Sakura is estimated to start ...

The villagers' houses were built on a stepped hill adorned with cherry blossom trees. Given how good the pink biome looks, this was certainly a noteworthy find. A massive cherry grove with a ...

Visitors to Japan surged in March to their highest after the COVID-19 pandemic, official data showed on Wednesday, with overseas tourists flocking to see the nation’s famous cherry blossoms for ...

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Surrounded by the vast Pacific Ocean, Japan’s Ise-Shima region is a place where ancient traditions, spirituality and the great outdoors collide.

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