Plum trees, also known as Japanese apricots, were first planted at Hanegi Park in the late 1960s, with more added during ...

From the mesmerizing cherry blossoms of April to the vibrant streets of Shinjuku, Tokyo offers an unforgettable spring ...

Happily, there are many countries across Asia where you can view cherry blossoms sans the crowds. From Japan's close neighbour, South Korea, to cooler Southeast Asian regions, these alternative ...

Cherry blossoms are a breathtaking sight and they bloom in several stunning locations worldwide. Here are 10 of the best places to experience them ...

Japan lends itself to a multi-day guided walking trip, a rich culture with a surprising amount of wilderness to explore, ...

This article provides a full guide to discovering Japan in the spring, with each destination promising an unforgettable ...

You can admire the pink flowers in different parts of the world. Lonely Planet has revealed the places where the most sakura ...

Travelling outside of peak season not only guarantees a cheaper tour, it also means fewer crowds, paving the way for more ...

Ueno Park is a favorite among locals (especially during cherry blossom season) and appreciated by travelers for its abundance of attractions. Here, you can find the Tokyo National Museum ...

As one of the largest cities in the world, at least by population, Tokyo’s seamless fusion of tradition and modernity couples ...

A former guesthouse standing on a university campus in the capital's Setagaya Ward blends the traditional architecture of a tea ceremony house with modernist features, adopting a predominantly silver ...