cherry blossoms (Page 2)
Celebrate the fleeting cherry blossom season with a plethora of things to do right around the Imperial Palace.
New mini-size Frappuccino caters to girls and the traditional doll’s festival that honours them.
Japan’s tallest tower transforms into a cherry blossom-viewing spot, complete with pink projections and themed drinks.
What’s creamy on the outside, jiggly on the inside, and pink and delicious all over? This new sakura dessert drink.
Hanami season arrives early with this limited-edition collection of mugs, tumblers, gifts, and Stanley cups.
Cherry blossom donuts scheduled to arrive well before the cherry blossoms themselves, but we’re not complaining.
In-home trespassing, public urination, and other bad manners bring an end to a local tradition.
The return of the sakura and the arrival of sakura beer are both annual events, but their timing doesn’t have to match.
Forecast shows you might need to move your cherry blossom plans in Japan up by a few days.
No need to shove Heian Shrine into a crowded daytime itinerary while this breathtaking event is going on.
The best dates to plan your hanami flower-viewing trips and the top spots to see them this spring.
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