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As forecasting is not always that precise, nature photographers often want to get a jump on the full-bloom schedule by ...

Atami-zakura is among the earliest region to bloom, with blossoms opening between late January and early February. The blooms ...

The adventure begins with a half-day trek up Mt. Kurofu, where guests can explore rugged cliffs and volcanic slopes before ...

Cherry blossom season has returned to Starbucks, with Japan-exclusive merchandise including mugs, tumblers and bags ...

Happily, there are many countries across Asia where you can view cherry blossoms sans the crowds. From Japan's close neighbour, South Korea, to cooler Southeast Asian regions, these alternative ...

This article provides a full guide to discovering Japan in the spring, with each destination promising an unforgettable mid-year adventure.

With sakura season fast approaching, stores around Japan are getting ahead of the game by releasing limited-edition cherry blossom treats. One of the first big names to get in on the act is fast food ...

Totoro from Ghibli’s iconic movie My Neighbor Totoro is getting involved in the celebrations for the upcoming sakura season.

with the traditional Japanese flavors getting us in the mood for cherry blossom season. It certainly looks like the perfect drink for hanami (cherry blossom-viewing) picnics, but it’ll only be around ...