• Japan's Seasonal Showdown - Cherry Blossom v Autumn Leaves

    From: wendy wu tours Dec-30-2021 07:26:am
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    Cherry Blossom v Autumn Leaves
    With cherry blossom about to peak in Japan, we've decided to delve a little deeper into some of the finest natural spectacles best experienced in this fascinating country. From the beauty of the pastel-pink cherry blossom to the fiery oranges of the autumn leaves, the changing of the seasons bring fabulous colour and celebrations to Japan, but which would you like to see? 

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    Japan's Cherry Blossom v Autumn Leaves
    What's the story
    Cherry blossom, or sakura, fever takes hold of Japan at the start of spring every year. It's so highly anticipated, that the Japanese Meteorological Agency even forecasts its arrival. From late March to mid-April Japan's millions of cherry trees spectacularly bloom with beautiful shades of white and pink carpeting the country, this fleeting event is hugely sought after.
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    What's the story
    About 70% of Japan is covered in forests of deciduous trees and as the autumn sweeps south through the nation, the country becomes ablaze and explodes into a tapestry of fiery reds, golds and oranges. The season lasts longer than cherry blossom does - around two months - starting in September in Hokkaido and reaching Tokyo and Kyoto in November.
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    How does it feel?
    The art of watching the cherry blossoms is known as hanami. As the season approaches there is great fervour in Japan as locals prepare for large picnic parties beneath the beautiful blossoms with their friends and family. The Japanese will then drink sake and feast on bento boxes and pink themed sweets such as sakura flavoured KitKat chocolate bars! You'll even find a limited edition sakura flavoured Coca Cola to try during the season.
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    How does it feel?
    The art of following the autumn leaves is known as momijigari. It's a celebration of the start of autumn, and one which is now ingrained into Japanese culture; many wearing kimonos with maple leaf patterns while enjoying Momiji tempura - delicious deep-friend maple leaves. It may not be anticipated as frenziedly as the cherry blossoms, but don't underestimate the beauty of the leaves - they've been the subject of many Japanese poems and novels.
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    History
    The furore around cherry blossom stretches back 1,200 years where its appearance signified the start of the rice-planting season. As time passed, its popularity grew alongside the philosophical beliefs of the Japanese, where appreciation of nature is rife. Today, the few weeks where cherry blossoms bloom are the most popular time to visit Japan.
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    History
    The tradition of momijigari has its roots in the Heian Period (794 - 1185 AD) where noble families and scholars would enjoy nature's shift from green to gold. It only became more widely popular much later, in the Edo Period (1603 - 1868 AD) when avid leaf spotters would travel vast distances to admire a particularly spectacular displey. A tradition that continues today!
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    Join our cherry blossom & autumn leaves travel show
    Want to find out even more about Japan's seasonal wonders? Join our Japan travel experts online for an afternoon of fun and inspiration as we showcase the very best of cherry blossom and the autumn leaves seasons. Here's what we have planned for you at our next virtual event;
    • Get an exclusive look at this year's cherry blossom LIVE from Japan!
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