Yuriko Koike said at a news conference Friday. Hanami — picnicking and flower viewing during the cherry blossom season — are popular pastimes at parks like Yoyogi, Ueno and Inokashira in the ...

Hanami means "flower viewing" in Japanese, and the newly-planted grove of more than 100 ornamental cherry trees in the Robert T. Matsui Waterfront Park will offer a beautiful and peaceful place ...

A young couple embraces underneath a flurry of pink blooms. Hanami, or flower-viewing celebrations, date back to the 9th century when Japanese emperors held viewing parties with their courts.

It brings people together for joyous gatherings called hanami (flower viewing). This tradition has been around for over a thousand years. During hanami, families and friends enjoy food ...

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The name for the park, "hanami," translates from Japanese to "flower viewing." In Japan, viewing cherry blossoms in the spring is a cherished tradition. Thursday's event paid homage to Japanese ...

Blanketing mountains, lining rivers and park walkways, the delicate blossoms that burst across cities like Kyoto inspire hanami (flower viewing) parties for residents and tourists alike.

After the pandemic kept visitors away in 2020 and 2021, travelers are eager to once again experience the tradition of hanami, or flower viewing. With mild temperatures and a host of festivals and ...

These colorful, lightly sweet mochi skewers are perfect for picnics, hanami (flower viewing), or as a festive treat anytime. Follow our step-by-step video to make this seasonal favorite at home ...