Japan is currently right in the middle of plum blossom season. Though they don’t get as much attention internationally as cherry blossoms, plum, or ume (as they’re called in Japanese) flowers are also ...

Plum blossoms are at their best in various parts of Kyoto. Kitano Tenmangu Shrine, known as a famous plum blossom viewing ...

Spring also brings vibrant festivals, from the dazzling Takayama Matsuri to Kyoto’s geisha-led Miyako Odori. Whether you’re ...

KYOTO—Geisha served tea beneath a cloud of pink petals at Kitano Tenmangu shrine’s plum blossom festival ... traditional entertainment districts of Japan’s ancient capital.

The Odawara Plum Blossom Festival at Soga Bairin also offers ... This helps visitors understand the cultural importance of plum cultivation in Japan, which has a history of over 600 years.

Japan’s highly anticipated cherry blossom season is just a few weeks away, with Tokyo expected to be the first city to witness the iconic pink flowers open on March 21, according to the latest ...

Discover 10 top spots to see cherry blossoms across the U.S. in spring 2025, from Washington, D.C. to San Francisco.

according to a forecast released Thursday by the Japan Meteorological Corp. (JMC), which is based on Someiyoshino, the most popular type of cherry blossom in Japan.

And beyond Japan, many cities around the world commemorate the arrival of the gorgeous cherry blossom season with vibrant festivals and traditions. Here's where to take part in the spectacle this ...