The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, one of the state’s largest celebrations of Asian traditions, kicked off over the weekend in a temporary home in San Francisco’s Japantown. The hub of ...

OSAKA--The grounds of the Japan Mint in Osaka’s Kita Ward opened to the public on April 5 in an annual event to show off the hundreds of flowering cherry blossom trees. But a lucky 1,900 or so ...

When it comes to cherry blossoms, tourists often flock to popular destinations like Tokyo and Kyoto. Meanwhile, Okayama prefecture offers a calmer alternative, particularly if you're looking to ...

5. Osaka: Known for its vibrant atmosphere, Osaka will see the first cherry blossoms on March 28, with full bloom by April 4. 6. Sapporo (Hokkaido): The northernmost region of Japan will enjoy its ...