All you need to know about the latest forecast plus sakura events and illuminations in Osaka, Kyoto and other Kansai cities ...

This spring, explore these top-rated sakura spots in Kyoto, Nara, Himeji and Kobe – all an easy train ride from Osaka ...

Seasonal Limited Drink: "SAKURA HANAMI UME SODA" A non-alcoholic beverage inspired by spring, harmonizing the aroma of Sakura with the refreshing tartness of Ume. This drink offers a soft, soothing ...

Kamakura and Enoshima amongst destinations growing in popularity due to Netflix inspiration One-third of sakura seekers now ...

Formerly Japan's capital for over a millennium, Kyoto is full of famous temples, shrines, and places of note that appear in classic literature. Many of these places are famous for seeing Kyoto cherry ...

In Japan, there are a number of parks, gardens, and streets that are famous for their cherry blossom trees, drawing visitors to them every spring when the flowers come into bloom. There’s another ...

It won’t be long until the sakura return to the boughs of Japan’s cherry blossom trees, and while that’s certainly something to get excited about, what’s arguably just as great is that sakura are ...

KYOTO, Japan, Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At CHOYA UME STUDIO, a hands-on workshop operated by the renowned Umesh brand CHOYA where visitors can make their own Umesh or Ume syrup. A special spring ...

SINGAPORE, March 18, 2026 /CNW/ -- Cherry blossom season is entering a new era. In 2026, sakura seekers are rethinking where and how they experience the iconic pink blooms, moving away from the usual ...