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Cherry Blossoms in Japan

Cherry Blossoms in Japan

OHanami (お花見) - Cherry Blossom Viewing
The sky is a beautiful backdrop for these breathtaking Sakura trees.

The cherry blossoms bloom for no more than two weeks, so traditionally the blossoms represent the transient nature of life.

This is the second year that we have walked the Cherry Blossom trek along the river in Miyagi Prefecture. There are about 1000 trees. We started in Ogawara and walked to Funeoka. It took us an hour to leisurely walk the 2.5 kilometers.

For more sky photos or to learn how to participate, visit Crazy Working Mom's Blog.

Comments

maryt/theteach said…
Ah, Japan is the place for cherry blossoms in Spring! You can see cherry blossoms in the States i n Washington D.C. :)
BLOGitse said…
aaaah, beautiful...
Ralph said…
Those blossoms are gorgeous! The light off-white clouds offer the perfect 'canvas' for the pink blossoms to show off so well...
Truely beautiful :)
readingsully2 said…
I have always heard that Japan is very beautiful. You have some lovely photos that you will cherish for a liftime.

When are you returning to the States.
Marlene said…
Juana, that is a gorgeous picture. I love the blossoms in Spring and Cherry blossoms are the best.
Oh, it's beautiful and so serene. Thank you so much for playing along. This shot is lovely.

Have a wonderful weekend.

-Tisha

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