TRAVEL
Check Out the 2026 Cherry Blossom Forecast for Japan
Time to buy your tickets! Here are the predictions for cherry blossoms blooming across Japan so you can time your trip.
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WOMEN
Patriarchy Strikes Again: Women Wait Forever for Toilets at Cherry Blossom Viewing
Some women said they waited 40 minutes to get access to facilities at Yoyogi Park during this year's hanami festivities.
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Check Out Japan’s Most Vibrant Cherry Blossom Festivals
Where can you see the most astounding cherry blossoms in Japan? Here are a few festivals you might not otherwise have considered.
TRAVEL
It’s End of March – Where Are Japan’s Cherry Blossoms? (Updated)
Everyone's been waiting in Japan for the cherry blossoms to bloom. But thanks to the weather, sightseers may be waiting a little…
HISTORY
How Sakura Blossoms Gained Cultural Significance in Japan
The sakura (cherry blossom) is practically synonymous with Japan. Here's a deeper look at the history of this fascinating flower's popularity