The cherry blossom or sakura is the unofficial national flower of Japan. Of the dozens of varieties of cherry trees in Japan, most bloom for only a few days in spring. The Japanese celebrate the cherry blossoms by enjoying picnics, parties and festivals. The cherry blossom or sakura is the unofficial national flower of Japan. Of the dozens of varieties of cherry trees in Japan, most bloom for only a few days in spring. The Japanese celebrate the cherry blossoms by enjoying picnics, parties and festivals.  |
