HIROSAKI, Aomori -- Snow-covered cherry blossom trees and ... on the frozen water surface and cherry blossom tree branches. The light-up event runs daily until Feb. 28, from sunset to 9:30 p.m ...

Few things can compare to the peacefulness of walking in a forest filled with snow covered trees until you hear a snap, crackle or an explosive “POP” echoing through the woods. What on earth was that?

The Fuyu ni Saku Sakura light-up event ... It is especially beautiful on days when snow falls on the frozen water and cherry tree branches. Note: Fuyu ni Saku Sakura and hana-ikada each literally ...