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This year's cherry blossom forecast for Kyushu, Japan

The Japan Meteorological Cooperation has released its second cherry blossom forecast for 2020 for Kyushu region.

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Hanami in Hiroshima

Sakura, that quintessentially Japanese flower that blooms but for a short time then fades away on the wind, can draw crowds to even the most humble city park or riverside to enjoy their beauty, but when paired with some of Hiroshima’s most famous landmarks gives visitors a chance to see these places at their most idealized.

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Cherry Blossom viewing

NAF Atsugi, Japan (March 27, 2019) - Representatives from Naval Air Facility Atsugi and the surrounding communities gather for a cherry blossom viewing sponsored by the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force.

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Camp Zama's 700-plus cherry blossom trees welcomed 11k visitors

Despite the crisp weather, more than 11,000 visitors flocked to Camp Zama March 30 for a day of live music, games, refreshments and the sight of the eponymous white-pink blooms during the installation's annual Cherry Blossom Festival.

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Enjoy an al fresco meal and a front seat view of cherry blossoms at Tokyo cafe

The cafe has a beautiful view in spring, when all the cherry trees lined up along the canal come to full bloom!

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Flower Power: Annual spring festivals always produce a crowd in Japan

If you think cherry blossom season is the only exciting event this spring, you are in for a huge surprise. Acknowledging the arrival of new flowering blooms is not just a fleeting nod to Mother Nature, but a cause for real celebration and a genuine pastime in Japan. Japanese even have a special word – Hanasanpo (literally translated as ‘flower...

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Did you know?: Cherry blossom history

Cherry blossoms are a symbol of renewal and hope. Hanami gathering are said to have started at the Imperial Palace as early as 794 AD.

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All invited to Yokosuka Spring Festival on March 30

Come out to our first open base event of the year on March 30 and enjoy food, fun, and (hopefully) beautiful weather & cherry blossoms at Spring Fest!

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Cherry Blossom Festival at Camp Zama March 30

Spring is upon us, and the cherry blossoms are about to bloom in Kanagawa! Camp Zama welcomes the arrival of spring with an open post Cherry Blossom Festival on March 30, 2019 / 1-6 p.m.

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Fussa City - 36th Annual Fussa Cherry Blossom Festival March 30 - April 7

Come out and enjoy a Cherry Blossom Festival near Yokota Air Base in Fussa City. Bring a blanket and sit under the cherry trees while enjoying local food booths and live performances.

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Oodles of cold noodles

This cold noodle salad is quick, light, and won’t have you spending more than five minutes in front of a stove. The prep work is easy and the final dish comes together quickly. Boiling the noodles and a quick sear are the only things that will tear you away from your other summer duties.

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Did you know?: Sea snakes Okinawa's precious food

Sea snakes are precious food in Okinawa.

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Try tasty shabu-shabu at Shuisha-en near Camp Zama

If you are located on Camp Zama or the Sagami Housing Area and are looking to splurge on a high-end restaurant with gorgeous dishes and a great atmosphere, Suisha-en has you covered.