It has become customary in Japan that spring arrives when the cherry blossoms bloom. In different regions, trees are covered with soft pink clouds starting around January. The first cherry blossoms bloom on the island of Okinawa, and then this wave reaches northern Hokkaido. The peak of flowering is considered to be the period when Tokyo takes over the baton — approximately from March 27 to April 7. However, cherry trees live at their own pace. In warm weather, they bloom earlier, and in cold weather, they bloom later.
When spring arrives in Tokyo, the Japanese capital celebrates Hanami, a national holiday. The imperial family and political figures attend the opening ceremony. During this time, residents and visitors to Japan admire the cherry blossoms. We have compiled the most vivid photos of Japanese cherry blossoms in bloom.
