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Updated forecast says a burst of warm weather, with more sun to come, will be speeding up cherry blossom buds’ development.
Tiny Frappuccino is designed for young girls, so we find out if it’s too sweet for adults.
One of Tokyo’s biggest shopping areas is giving you the chance to try 19 kinds of the traditional spring sweet spanning two major regional differences.
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.
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