The blossoms have influenced Japanese art, poetry, and philosophy for centuries. During the samurai era, sakura became a metaphor for the samurai spirit , representing beauty, honor, and a ...

But this isn't just any ordinary cherry blossom tree grove; it's also the domain of 97-year-old Tōemon Sano: Japan's most renowned sakuramori (cherry blossom guardian). For more than a millennium ...

On the weekend of April 26-27, thousands gathered around the periphery of the Buffalo History Museum for the annual Buffalo ...

Enjoy a traditional Japanese puppet show and other unique local traditions. Spend a few days in Kyoto, where awe-inspiring temples await, and with a touch of luck, witness the ethereal beauty of ...