TOKYO, Feb 23 (News On Japan) –
While mid-winter climate has once more descended on the Kanto area of Japan, with some areas now lined in snow, cherry blossom spots are already reaching their peak simply earlier than the three-day weekend beginning on February 23.
“Full Bloom” Cherry Blossom Tunnel in a Tokyo Park
Full bloom news has reached Tokyo. In a park in Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, about 90 Kawazu cherry bushes are in full bloom.
Local resident: “I heard from my family that it’s in full bloom and very beautiful today. I’m on my way back from the dentist, but I decided to take a look and stroll around.”
Despite the unlucky climate…
Resident of Toshima Ward, Tokyo: “It’s better when there are fewer people because of the rain. It’s my first time coming here.”
“(Q. How did you find out about it?) I looked it up on the internet. It’s really beautiful. I prefer Kawazu cherry blossoms over Somei-Yoshino.”
Visitor from Chiba: “It’s lovely. The trunks turn black in the rain, and the contrast with the petals is beautiful.”
Tokyo’s highest temperature was 8°C. Although the season is at a standstill, it signifies that the cherry blossoms’ development is delayed, permitting us to get pleasure from them for an extended interval.
Ueno Park additionally welcomed cherry blossoms which have bloomed early. There are extra spots to go to throughout the three-day weekend beginning on the twenty third… A Mexican man wearing armor was seen with a beaming smile.
A memorable photograph with a buddy.
Mexican customer: “I just happened to pass by and found it. I heard there was a chance to wear armor, so I tried it.”
The “SAMURAI Fest 2024,” the place you possibly can get pleasure from Japanese meals, is being held with the theme of samurai tradition.
Although about 100,000 guests have been anticipated over 4 days, the turnout has been gradual because of the climate.
Mio Kato, Public Relations for SAMURAI Fest Executive Committee: “(Usually) there are people lining up when the weather is good, but today it’s sparse due to the unfortunate weather. We hope that many people will visit us tomorrow and the day after as the weather seems to hold up.”
360 Kawazu Cherry Trees in “Full Bloom” Amid Rainy Splendor
In Matsuda Town, Kanagawa Prefecture…
Full-bloom cherry blossoms and rapeseed flowers appeal to many vacationers even within the rain. Petals bowing beneath raindrops provide a novel sight solely seen in wet climate.
Visitor from Tokyo: “It’s raining, but (the cherry blossoms) are cute. I’m glad we came all this way.”
The Kawazu cherry blossoms, that are a couple of week forward of their regular development this 12 months, have been 60-70% bloomed on February twelfth… Now, they’re in full bloom. How lengthy will this peak final?
Akihiro Shimoda, Park Headquarters Chief: “Since it started to cool down from yesterday, the blossoms can last a little longer before falling. As the weather seems to be good on Saturday, this three-day weekend might be the last chance to see the cherry blossoms in full bloom this year.”
Source: ANN