Crowds gathered in Tokyo on Friday to enjoy the famed cherry blossoms, which have been delayed by cold weather. Cherry blossoms, known as "sakura" in Japanese, are the nation's favorite flower, often ...

For just a few weeks every spring, Japan celebrates an annual ritual known as hanami. In theory, it’s a simple pleasure: stopping to view and appreciate the beautiful spring blossoms, most commonly ...

This slice of zen in central Tokyo is looked after by The University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Science and covers a 16-hectare greenspace with roughly 2,000 plant species. The most photogenic spot ...

TOKYO -- In Japanese, “sakura” means cherry blossoms and “hanami” roughly translates to “flower viewing.” On my fourth visit to Japan - my daughter lives there - I planned the trip around the annual ...

TOKYO, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Tokyo Dome Hotel (1-3-61 Koraku, Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo; General Manager: Fumiyuki Munakata), located in the heart of Tokyo, is pleased to announce an exclusive offer ...

Visitors looking to enjoy Tokyo’s cherry blossoms without braving allergy season or battling crowds can take in the view — indoors — at a seasonal exhibit atop one of the city’s tallest buildings. The ...

The delicate pink cherry blossoms of Japan attract tourists in droves each year. The blossoms, known as sakura, are a hallmark of Japanese culture. With a short lifespan and presence that comes out ...