Monday, March 14, 2011

Cherry Blossoms (Sakura)

http://www.japan-guide.com
Cherry Blossom Forecast 2011

The cherry blossoms are expected to follow the average year's schedule relatively closely this year. In both Tokyo and Kyoto they are forecast to open on March 29 and reach full bloom about a week later.
Below are the forecast dates of cherry trees opening their blossoms this year (according to the Japan Weather Association) and the estimated best viewing periods (estimated by japan-guide.com). Rain, wind and temperatures can have a strong effect on the process of the season, for example, they can delay or shorten it considerably. Therefore, use the forecasts on your own risk.
Location Opening Estimated Best Viewing  
Tokyo March 29 April 4 to 14
Kyoto March 29 April 4 to 14
Kagoshima March 24 March 31 to April 8
Kumamoto March 24 March 31 to April 8
Fukuoka March 25 April 2 to 10
Hiroshima March 26 April 3 to 11
Nara March 31 April 5 to 13
Osaka March 27 April 4 to 12
Nagoya March 27 April 4 to 12
Yokohama March 28 April 5 to 13
Kanazawa April 7 April 11 to 19
Matsumoto April 11 April 15 to 22
Sendai April 13 April 18 to 25
Kakunodate April 25 April 30 to May 7
Hirosaki April 24 April 28 to May 5
Hakodate April 30 May 4 to 11
Sapporo May 4 May 7 to 14

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