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MANILA, Philippines – It’s that time of the year again.
Cherry blossoms are currently blooming in Japan, ushering in better weather and a throng of admirers.
These flowers are called sakura in Nihonggo and taking a walk at the park during this season is a popular activity for visitors and locals in Japan.
Here are some photos of this year’s cherry trees in bloom:
Tourists and most of the Japanese would often describe cherry blossom season as Japan’s most beautiful, with several festivals dedicated to the pink, sweet-smelling flowers.
(READ: ‘Cherry tree from space’ mystery baffles Japan)
But the beautiful flowers are very ephemeral in nature. Though symbolizing beauty, the Japanese fable The Tale of Genji said the cherry blossoms also stand as a reminder that life is fleeting.
The same flower and fruit-bearing trees were also used by Japan as gifts to other countries – particularly the United States. In 1912, Tokyo mayor Yukio Ozaki gifted Washington with 3,000 cherry trees. This is why Washington D.C. also has its own Cherry Blossom Season.
– Rappler.com
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