A magical way to watch the flowers bloom while socially distancing yourself from others indoors.
cherry blossoms (Page 12)
One of the best things about spring in Japan might be non-existent this year because of the coronavirus.
Robust flavours of fruit and flowers steal the limelight in this limited-edition seasonal beverage.
Shinjuku Gyoen garden is right in the middle of the city, and has two different types of cold-weather sakura.
Travel mugs, cups and glasses adorned with pink blooms sit alongside cherry blossom mocktails for a limited time.
Real extract from the trees gives you a sense of what it’s like to drink the cherry blossoms.
Japan’s beautiful cherry blossoms are on their way, but not at the same time as usual, according to predicted dates and map.




















Tokyo’s best museum for foreign travelers finally reopens after being closed for four years
Tokyo subway and almost all Tokyo train lines now accepting credit card tap payments
Pro gamer has perfect comeback to Sega exec’s “He looks like he eats cheese beef bowls” insult
Uni Donuts are pretty in pink for a limited-time spring sakuramochi flavor
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthday
Foreign tourists pick the top 10 inconveniences about traveling in Japan【Survey】
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Kyoto breakfast buffet with all-you-can-eat sushi: One of the best possible ways to start a day
Survey finds more than 70 percent of Japanese children have an online friend
New interactive Pokémon attraction coming to Universal Studios Japan
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
7-Eleven Japan releases a crazy new viral sandwich: Chocolate Sprinkles and Whipped Cream
Japan now has a “for foreign tourists only” Mt. Fuji sightseeing train[Video]
Totoro and Calcifer become little light-up lanterns for Ghibli-style excursions or at-home decor
Studio Ghibli releases the My Neighbour Totoro tea caddy, with a magical self-closing lid
Create a tiny Ghibli anime world on your bookshelf with new miniature papercraft art kits
Picturesque Tokyo park plays host to millions of flowers and soap bubbles this spring
Starbucks Japan unveils new sakura cherry blossom collection for hanami season 2026
Train station platform ramen store closes its doors on half a century of history in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new My Fruit³ Frappuccino at only 34 stores around the country
Studio Ghibli releases Catbus pullback keychain that runs like the anime character
Japanese onsen egg maker from 100-yen store Daiso needs to be on your shopping list
Nine great places to see spring flowers in Japan, as chosen by travelers (with almost no sakura)
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Japan’s newest Shinkansen has no seats…or passengers [Video]
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Foreign tourists pick the top 10 inconveniences about traveling in Japan【Survey】
50-year-old instant noodle recipe is back from the past in Japan for a limited time[Taste test]
Kyoto breakfast buffet with all-you-can-eat sushi: One of the best possible ways to start a day
Survey finds more than 70 percent of Japanese children have an online friend
New interactive Pokémon attraction coming to Universal Studios Japan
Mister Donut and Godiva continue their sweet sweets relationship with new treats on sale now in Japan
Why is Yoshinoya called Yoshinoya?
Is this the most relaxing Starbucks in Japan?
One Piece devil fruit ice cream coming back to Baskin-Robbins Japan
Hachiko’s new statue is now open to the public, and we’ve got pictures and video from our visit
Sega apologizes after exec says Puyo Puyo players eat beef bowls with cheese
Want something sweet to add to your drink? Make some Rilakkuma cup-hanging cookies!【Video】
Testing Japan’s fluffy mayonnaise pancake cooking hack【SoraKitchen】