#cherry-blossoms

#cherry-blossoms

As cherry blossoms bloom each spring, we are reminded of the enduring friendship between Japan and the United States.

"I used to train for marathons there," cyclist Marteen Vandersman told, the first outlet to report on the reopening. "It's the best place for it."

Tens of thousands of people head to High Park every year to admire the blossoms, with peak bloom expected to last between four to ten days depending on weather.

"I don't know, but I already picked a couple of flowers, so I hope it's not," said a young boy from Frederick, Maryland, as he stood with his family amid the trees.

This timing inconsistency, where cherry trees bloom earlier due to climate change, could lead to a "phenology mismatch" between trees and their pollinators, impacting ecology.

Muji's minimalist passport case is great for organized travel, with quick access to essentials and customizable inserts for documents, perfect for navigating Japan.

Japan and Washington, D.C. may be top of mind when it comes to cherry blossom season, but plenty of other destinations also spring to life with soft pink petals offering their own take on the annual natural sensation.

The rose-gold sneakers, promoted by DC rapper Wale, feature an interior cherry-blossom print and DMV stitched in pink, celebrating the District's culture.