Cherry Blossom Festivals
A trip to Japan isn't complete unless you see the Sakura and National Cherry Blossom Festivals. The delicate, bright, and fleeting beauty of Japanese cherry blossoms is well known around the world. They are not only gorgeous, but they also symbolize Japan's history, identity, and culture. Cherry blossom festivals are a popular spring tradition that take place throughout Japan. For many Japanese, Sakura represents human life, nobleness, and transience.
Cherry blossom festivals are held in various parts of the country. The majority of them take place from March through May, while certain regions hold festivals in January, February, and June depending on their location. Festival dates are often dictated by cherry blossom forecasts and vary from year to year. The Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden is one of Tokyo's most well-known parks for viewing cherry blossom trees.
Fun is an important part of cherry blossom watching in Japan. They drink and eat, making the blossom-viewing experience more comparable to a picnic under the trees. To commemorate the event, people bring home-cooked dinners, grill items, or order take-out.
