abo design co. » flowers http://abodesignco.com The Ever-Changing World of Interior Design, Art & Architecture Sat, 20 Feb 2010 01:46:07 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Sakura aka Cherry Blossoms http://abodesignco.com/cultural-traditions/sakura-aka-cherry-blossoms/ http://abodesignco.com/cultural-traditions/sakura-aka-cherry-blossoms/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2009 17:14:36 +0000 admin http://abodesignco.wordpress.com/?p=288 One of the things I love about spring is the blooming of the cherry blossoms!  And no where on earth is this event as epic as it is in Japan!

Maruyama Park, Kyoto - temporary outdoor restaurant

Maruyama Park, Kyoto - temporary outdoor restaurant

It took a little longer this year for them to bloom (can anyone say global warming?) but they are finally in full bloom all over Japan.

Philosophers Path, Kyoto

Philosopher's Path, Kyoto

Everywhere you go it looks as if all the trees are covered in snow.  It is romantic, ethereal and very poetic.  Parks all over Japan are littered with people celebrating this event with hanami (cherry blossom viewing) parties under the blooming trees.  Now that’s a party not to be missed!  Happy blossoming!

Ueno Park, Tokyo

Ueno Park, Tokyo

Sumida River, Tokyo

Sumida River, Tokyo

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