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If you’re kicking yourself for missing the hanami cherry blossom viewing season in Japan, we have some good news for you. There are still some sakura in full bloom right now and not only are they perfect for picnicking under, they’re a rare green variety that has even Japanese people gasping in delight.
It’s cherry blossom time in Tokyo, which means that the plum blossom season is just coming to a close, and one of Tokyo’s most popular spots to see plum blossom, Umeno Park in Ome, has finished the season with a sad announcement: it is chopping down all 1,266 of its famous plum trees to prevent the spread of a disease called plum pox.
Spring has arrived in Japan, and that can mean only one thing: Hanami, or cherry blossom viewing parties! But what is it about hanami, and those pretty pink petals in general for that matter, that manages to capture the hearts and minds of so many?
Let’s take a look at a handful of videos that capture the mood of hanami season perfectly and see if we can pinpoint exactly what it is that makes the season so special!
Who doesn’t love cherry blossoms (sakura) and cherry blossom season? That exquisite pink everywhere. Refreshing, energizing, even. It’s fun just to wander around checking out the different parks with cherry blossoms. Sadly, time flies and the petals blow away… Read More
Japan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Temple with 600-year-old tree near busy Tokyo station is like a tranquil pocket dimension
Japan’s plus-sized idol singer group releases new video about the joys of eating【Video】
Japanese-style afternoon tea in this Japanese manor house outside downtown Tokyo is something special
Tokyo turns its phone booths into free Wi-Fi hotspots, and here’s how to use them
Rice balls aplenty at the Ministop senbero, but with a special twist【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Burger King Japan’s crazy patty-only menu item: Depressing, delicious, or both?【Taste test】
Samurai’s severed head moved in Tokyo, earthquake occurs at his body in Ibaraki
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
How a samurai’s quest for revenge created one of Tokyo’s best cafes, and it’s still open
Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Wisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Injuries on stairs in Tokyo highlight an overlooked design flaw
Move aside, convenience store egg sando – there’s a better version of the iconic sandwich in JapanJapan’s 5.3 million beautiful Hitachi Nemophila flowers are now in full bloom[Photos]
Japan’s popular bead bonsai kit is as beautiful as it is gruelling to make
Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to Tokyo
Final version of Sanrio: Beginning of Kawaii exhibition opens in Tokyo[Photos]
Japan has new rules for bicycle riders, and these 14 things could get you a fine or a court date
Japan reportedly adding Japanese language skill requirement to most common foreigner work visa
Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration eventsWisteria season starts early with blooming of Japan’s Great Wisteria in its beautiful garden
Japan now has a special desk for people who work at home with a pet cat[Photos]Japan’s best conveyor belt sushi restaurant of seven years ago has now, finally, come to TokyoBrand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan
Famous Tokyo cherry blossom spot installs view-blocking screens to fight overcrowding[Video]
Uniqlo announces new T-shirts for One Piece, Naruto and more for manga publisher’s 100th birthdayJapan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Krispy Kreme releases Super Mario doughnuts in Japan for a limited time
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
Starbucks Japan releases new sakura goods and drinkware for cherry blossom season 2026
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
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
Rice balls aplenty at the Ministop senbero, but with a special twist【Japan’s Best Home Senbero】
Burger King Japan’s crazy patty-only menu item: Depressing, delicious, or both?【Taste test】
Samurai’s severed head moved in Tokyo, earthquake occurs at his body in Ibaraki
Tokyo Station staff share their top 10 favorite ekiben
How a samurai’s quest for revenge created one of Tokyo’s best cafes, and it’s still open
Kinotake Mother AI developed to study Japan’s divide between chocolate cookie snacks
Japan’s awesomely beautiful Alpen Route snow corridor is now open
Japan’s Mos Burger discontinues old teriyaki burger and rolls out new recipe, but is it as good?
Japanese restaurant combines solo shabu shabu dining with the fun of a sushi train
Starbucks Japan unveils epic Frappuccino hunt with five to find in new Star birthday campaign
Police in Japan warn of scam artists posing as cops to collect fines for breaking new bike rules
Are 500-yen noodles at Akihabara Ramen Center a great find or cheap miss?
Family Mart ups its convenience store food game with special burger from beef bowl chain Matsuya