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Every year is different when it comes to the sakura (cherry trees). As springtime begins, the country waits patiently for the first flushes of pink. Usually, the blooms burst into colour between March and early April. But, if you can’t make peak bloom, don’t fret. An alternative is February, when the equally beautiful but lesser-known plum blossoms are on show. Keep an eye on this handy sakura forecast to track when 2020 blooming is expected to start. This year will see cherry blossom season arriving earlier than usual in Tokyo. This is all down to the weather: a combination of high temperatures in autumn and winter, as well as warm and sunny weather in spring. Full blossom is now expected on March 27, according to a forecast by Japan Meteorological. Corp. Tokyo — March 19 Kochi — March 19 Nagoya — March 22 Hiroshima — March 22 Kyoto — March 23 Osaka — March 25 Kagoshima — March 25 Sendai — March 25 You’ll find sakura hotspots in over 1,000 locations across the c...

For those who are planning a trip to Japan, this article might be a bit of help. we have listed essential Japan travel tips and advice which are especially useful for first timers to Japan. Check out things to know before and during your trip in Japan during the Olympics season: Time: JST (Japanese Standard Time) is 9 hours ahead of GMT and has No Daylight-Saving Time. From north to south, all Japan is in one time zone. Climate: Japan has four distinct seasons: Spring (March to May), Summer (June to August), Autumn (September to November) and Winter (December to February). The climate and temperature vary depending on season and area, and also each season offers different attractions and sightseeing spots. Public Holidays: It’s a simple advice but it’s better to check the Japanese calendar than not doing. Japan has 16 public holidays through the year, and tourist attractions get very very crowded or some may be closed on these days. Especially, the long we...

Long regarded as one of the cornerstones of Japanese culture , the chadō , or tea ceremony, is a quintessential expression of aestheticism and philosophy in perfect harmony. But the story of how it came to be is an epic tale spanning centuries, including political intrigue, murder and suicide along the way. The tea plant was brought to Japan in the 9th century by a Buddhist monk by the name of Eichū on his return from China, where tea had been in widespread use for centuries. Eichū served the drink to an emperor not long after and an imperial decree was issued to start cultivating tea plantations in Japan. It would take another three centuries before tea ceremonies would become a spiritual practice. Initially, tencha , a type of matcha tea, was consumed at religious rituals in Buddhist monasteries. But by the 13th century, tea had become a status symbol and samurai were participating in luxurious tea-tasting parties, where prizes were given out for guessing the corre...

Kyoto is one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan without a doubt. Known to be a place saturated with Japanese culture, tradition and nature, many experiences the best of Japan in Kyoto. It is also one of the places where couples visit together, and here is a list of 10 romantic things to do in Kyoto, Japan: The breath-taking scenery of Arashiyama Arashiyama is a place that used to be a villa of aristocrats in the past, and is today a famous tourist spot in Kyoto. At Arashiyama , many visit this particular bridge called the Togetsukyo Bridge . This bridge provides one of the most amazing views of Arashiyama. Bright pink Sakura flowers can be enjoyed in spring, while the mountain transforms to shades of orange and red in autumn. A stroll through the Bamboo Forest Sagano Road of Bamboo Forest was opened in 2015. Located slightly north of Nonomiya Shrine, this cooling and almost spiritual bamboo forest will allow you to enjoy one of Japan’s mo...

A boldly bodacious bachelor or bachelorette party is essential for a complete wedding experience, which means the pressure is on the best man or the maid of honour to deliver perfection. It is his/her sole responsibility to maximize the lascivious entertainment for this final unbridled blast. As a result, the planning stage requires a keen attention to fine details. To maximize the raucous enjoyment, every nuanced ingredient must form a continued progression of exhilaration. Luckily, every destination has its own welcoming perks. Without further ado, this guide presents an informative overview of 8 amazing bachelor and bachelorette destinations: 8. Honolulu, Hawaii Sourcce : Unsplash.com Give the groom or the bride an exotic escape with a luxuriously lascivious luau in the tropical island paradise of Hawaii . Take them surfing on the shiniest seas, then seek out some tangy barbecue. Experiment with colorful archipelago antics by taking a tour of the entire st...

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