Mar 24, 2025
Celebrating Cherry Blossom Season
This animated Doodle celebrates cherry blossom season, the moment when cherry trees bloom in Spring.
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About Cherry Blossom Season
Spring has sprung, and with it, the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms! This Doodle celebrates the fleeting beauty of these delicate pink blooms, known as sakura in Japanese. Cherry blossoms are the national flower of Japan, so March and April are always a special time for hanami (花見), the tradition of flower viewing.
The cherry blossom bloom only lasts a few days! Many people track the bloom so they can time trips to parks and gardens to witness this spring display. Large Cherry Blossom Festivals are held in cities across the world including Washington D.C., Amsterdam, Tokyo, and more!
Take some time to stop and smell the cherry blossoms during this special week of the year! 🌸
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