Cherry blossoms symbolize the fleeting ... The blossoms have influenced Japanese art, poetry, and philosophy for centuries. During the samurai era, sakura became a metaphor for the samurai spirit ...

But this isn't just any ordinary cherry blossom tree grove; it's also the domain of 97-year-old Tōemon Sano: Japan's most renowned ... viewing parties. For samurai during the Kamakura period ...

Cherry blossom season holds cultural significance in Japan and heralds new beginnings ... The blossoms’ ephemeral beauty has been immortalized in art and literature for centuries, so ...

During the festivities, Japanese culture and heritage are celebrated throughout. Tokiya Japan, a local Japanese boutique featuring kimonos, traditional pottery, and authentic art is set to bring ...

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After a lifelong fascination with Japan, Elisa Garcia, a retired attorney, dreamt of walking hand-in-hand with her husband under the falling cherry blossoms ... this ancient art form from one ...

For more than a millennium, Japanese people have admired ... ushered in the practice of hanami with official cherry blossom viewing parties. For samurai during the Kamakura period (1185-1333 ...