Surprise snowfall in Japan transformed springtime hanami into a winter wonderland on the weekend.
sakura (Page 12)
A subdued sakura season is a sad turn of events for Japan, but free pizza always puts a smile on people’s faces.
Questions about complacency are being raised as people gather at popular sakura spots in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic.
If your Japan travel plans fell through due to coronavirus, or you’re here but stuck inside, these gorgeous videos are the next best hanami option.
A magical way to watch the flowers bloom while socially distancing yourself from others indoors.
The cherry trees haven’t blossomed yet, but it’s definitely sakura season at Mister Donut here in Japan.
One of the best things about spring in Japan might be non-existent this year because of the coronavirus.
If you’re in the mood for pink foods, look no further this spring than IKEA stores in Japan.
Starbucks gives us a delicious reminder that sakura sweets are different from cherry ones.
For bubble tea with a Japanese twist, how about a sakura-flavored creation from popular tea stand chain TP Tea?
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.
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