The Birds & the Bees of Sakura Trees
Three fun facts about the reproductive ecology of Japanese cherry trees.
Secluded Luxury on Okinawa's Main Island
Whether you're soaking up the sun on a private beach or taking a dip in the infinity pool, you won't want to leave this secluded island paradise!
Get a Good Whiff of Sakura-Infused Beer
Even beer companies are getting on the cherry blossom bandwagon with products like this aromatic 'sakura' beer. We'll drink to that!
This Ferris Wheel Will Play Tricks on You!
Face the Cosmo Clock at Yokohama's Minato Mirai 21 district at around 10:10 p.m. for an optical illusion so perplexing you have to see it to believe it!
Sakura & Samurai Houses in Kakunodate
Check out one of the Three Famous Cherry Blossom Spots of Michinoku, including the centuries-old weeping cherry blossoms of Kakunodate's samurai district.
Ski with Sakura in Sapporo
The end of April sees all but the nation's northernmost cherry blossoms fall to the ground. But on the island of Hokkaido, the annual wave of pink and white is only about to begin.
Think You're Cut Out to Be a Shrine Maiden?
A job listing site in Japan is currently featuring a very interesting part-time job in the new Akihabara Shrine.
Gorgeous Sakura-Carpeted Landscapes
A little off the beaten track, these pictures of pink petals scattered over rivers and pathways rival even the fully blossomed cherry trees.
