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Japan: Nara’s Iconic Deer Welcome Spring Under Cherry Blossoms

Nara, Japan, is home to over 1,000 wild sika deer that freely roam the city's parks and streets, as they are considered sacred in Shinto tradition. On Sunday, March 29, temperatures in Nara climbed to over 20°C, as deer and visitors alike enjoyed the cherry blossoms under the warm spring sunshine.

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Japan: Cherry Blossoms Paint Tokyo Pink as Spring Arrives 2

Cherry blossoms have been in bloom across Tokyo's parks and roadsides, painting the city in soft shades of pink and bringing joy to residents enjoying the fleeting beauty of spring. Over the weekend, crowds of people flocked to the streets and parks to enjoy hanami, the traditional custom of viewing cherry blossoms in full bloom.

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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 29, 2026, shows Ueno Park in Tokyo crowded with people viewing cherry blossoms.

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Cherry blossoms at Yoyogi Park

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 29, 2026, shows Yoyogi Park in Tokyo crowded with people viewing cherry blossoms.

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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 29, 2026, shows Ueno Park in Tokyo crowded with people viewing cherry blossoms.

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Cherry blossoms at Yoyogi Park

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 29, 2026, shows Ueno Park in Tokyo crowded with people viewing cherry blossoms.

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Cherry blossoms at Yoyogi Park

Photo taken from a Kyodo News helicopter on March 29, 2026, shows Yoyogi Park in Tokyo crowded with people viewing cherry blossoms.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom 3

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom 2

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26.

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Japan: Cherry Blossoms Paint Tokyo Pink as Spring Arrives

Cherry blossoms are in bloom across Tokyo's parks and roadsides, painting the city in soft shades of pink and bringing joy to residents enjoying the fleeting beauty of spring. This video captures cherry blossoms in bloom at Yoyogi Park in central Tokyo.

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Netherlands: Cherry Blossoms Bloom at Amsterdam’s Bloesempark

Cherry blossoms are in bloom at Bloesempark in the Amsterdamse Bos on March 25, 2026, drawing visitors to enjoy the beautiful display of pink and white flowers.

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US: Washington D.C. Cherry Blossoms Reach Peak Bloom at Tidal Basin

The National Park Service announced that cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. have reached peak bloom on Thursday, March 26. This video captures cherry blossoms in bloom a few days before the announcement.

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Cherry Blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground

The cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground are in full bloom.=March 25,2026,Tokyo

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Cherry Blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground

The cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground are in full bloom.=March 25,2026,Tokyo

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Cherry Blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground

The cherry blossoms at Chidorigafuchi Park Children's Playground are in full bloom.=March 25,2026,Tokyo

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Japan: Tokyo’s Iconic Rikugien Weeping Cherry Tree Reaches Full Bloom

Rikugi-en Garden in Bunkyo, Tokyo, is home to a stunning weeping cherry tree that becomes one of the city's most beloved cherry blossom spots each spring. The large, centuries-old tree is beautifully illuminated at night during the blooming season, creating a magical atmosphere reflected in the garden's traditional pond. The contrast between the delicate pink blossoms and the classical Japanese landscape makes it a must-visit destination for cherry blossom viewing in Tokyo.

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[Breaking News]Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

TOKYO, Japan, March 19 Kyodo - The Somei Yoshino cherry tree that the Japan Meteorological Agency uses as a benchmark tree to declare the official start of the spring cherry blossom season, comes into bloom at Yasukuni shrine in Tokyo on March 19, 2026, five days earlier than the average year. (Kyodo)

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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

The Somei Yoshino cherry tree that the Japan Meteorological Agency uses as a benchmark tree to declare the official start of the spring cherry blossom season, comes into bloom at Yasukuni shrine in Tokyo on March 19, 2026, five days earlier than the average year.

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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

The Somei Yoshino cherry tree that the Japan Meteorological Agency uses as a benchmark tree to declare the official start of the spring cherry blossom season, comes into bloom at Yasukuni shrine in Tokyo on March 19, 2026, five days earlier than the average year.

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Cherry blossoms in Tokyo

A man takes a photo of cherry blossoms and the Tokyo SkyTree broadcast tower on Feb. 23, 2026.

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