Plum trees are seen blooming in Kitakyushu's Kokurakita Ward on Feb. 13, 2025. (Mainichi/Takashi Kamiiriki) KITAKYUSHU -- Plum trees have finally started blooming in the southwestern Japan city of ...

or “waka” in Japanese, which is rooted in nature and its constant seasonal cycle. However, it is the sakura, not plum trees, that occupies a special place in Japanese culture. Imperial waka ...

Plum trees can, of course ... with dedicated plum blossom festivals filled with street food stalls and Japanese cultural performances. RECOMMENDED: Winter cherry blossoms are also blooming ...