The ume of Ikegami grow up a terraced hillside, and under the radar. Though they tend to get overshadowed by the more famous cherry blossoms, Japan’s plum blossoms, or ume, are not to be missed. Flowering in a range of colors from pure white to a deep purplish pink, ume are lovely to look at … Continue reading Now is the time to visit one of Tokyo’s best off-the-beaten-path plum blossom gardens