sakura (Page 16)
One of the city’s best art museums just got better with a special springtime sakura upgrade.
Hanami season began today in the capital, giving us a better idea of when to expect the glorious full bloom period.
People in Japan cast their vote for their favourite hanami spot and the places where they most want to see sakura before they die.
Gourmet chocolatier is selling its mouthwatering sakura/matcha combo where ordinary people go to satisfy their sweet tooth.
This limited edition sakura baum cake perfectly fits the description “pretty in pink” while looking incredibly tasty at the same time.
Brand new menu offers a variety of sakura-inspired drinks and meals for vegan and vegetarian diners.
Tokyo is still waiting for its sakura to start blooming, but Hirosaki Castle, in the frozen north, is already beautifully pink.
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