“This came from a tree that a lot of people used to hang out ... poetry, storytelling, art and song, centred around the traditional Caymanian drum, which he makes and plays.

Cherry blossom festivals and other events are held at famous cherry blossom spots. Visiting to see the cherry blossoms is called "hanami" (literally, "flower viewing"). Many people enjoy picnicking ...

An installation view of “Japanese Art History à la Takashi Murakami” at Gagosian in Grosvenor Hill, London. Courtesy the artist and Gagosian “Japanese Art History à la Takashi Murakami ...

February rolls around, and while most of the garden is still in its winter slumber, it's a good opportunity to focus on Japanese maples. These trees capture the eye in any green space with their ...

Kintai Kyo Bridge in Yamaguchi Prefecture is not just an architectural marvel but also one of Japan's most picturesque spots for cherry blossom viewing. The bridge spans the Nishiki River, and during ...

Note: The ice trees at Zao Onsen Ski Resort, known as juhyo in Japanese, are also often referred to as "snow monsters" in English. Japanese original Easy Japanese news is taken from the Mainichi ...

Walls in many homes play host to art prints or family photos ... The image is then reproduced on the 13.3-inch E-Ink display a few seconds later. The display leverages Spectra 6 color ePaper ...

Rich yet refreshing, this combination captures a sense of new beginnings synonymous with cherry blossom season in Japan, where the flowers bloom around the start of a new school and work year. While ...

The Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival, an annual celebration of Japanese and Hawaiian cultural traditions, returns to Hawai‘i’s Big Island on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Marking its 32nd year, ...

While Japan is often the top destination for cherry blossom viewing, Korea offers an equally breathtaking experience with fewer crowds, making it an ideal alternative for those seeking a more serene ...

About 1,200 cherry trees grow along its banks, forming an 8-kilometer tunnel of Yoshino cherry blossoms between the towns of Ogawara and Shibata. Attracting countless visitors, the row of blossoms has ...

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