Japan’s weather agency declares flowering of Tokyo’s cherry blossoms as the festive season begins

The cherry blossom season is predicted by the national meteorological agency. In Tokyo, the cherry blossoms can be seen for an average of only eight days.

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The season began in Tokyo on Monday, while Nagasaki, Kochi and other prefectures have also reported their first sakura blossoms.

Cherry blossoms bloom in Tokyo

People take photos of a blooming Somei Yoshino cherry tree at Yasukuni Shrine in Tokyo on Monday. The Japan Meteorological Agency officially confirmed the first blooming of the country's favorite flower in Tokyo. An official carefully examined the specimen tree and announced that more than five blossoms — the minimum…

Cherry blossom season officially kicks off in Japan as first flowers bloom

Japan's official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country's favourite flower, declaring the official start of the festive season in the Japanese capital.

Japan’s cherry blossom season begins as first blooms appear in Tokyo

TOKYO — Japan’s official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country’s favorite flower, declaring the official start of the festive season in the Japanese capital. Read more...

The Japan Meteorological Agency officially announced the cherry blossom season in Tokyo on Monday, marking the beginning of one of the island nation's most popular and spectacular spring seasons.