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As spring approaches, delicate pink cherry blossoms are ready to bloom. The 2016 Japan cherry blossom season forecast was officially released on January 14. According to the Japan Meteorological Corporation, from March 22, you can expect to see cherry blossoms in Tokyo and Nagoya, with the peak blooming period occurring on March 29 and 31.
From March 22, cherry blossoms can be seen in places such as Tokyo and Nagoya, with full bloom expected by the end of March. (Image source / japan-guide)
This year, the cherry blossom season in eastern Japan is slightly earlier than usual, while in western Japan it is later than in previous years. (Image provided / Interchange Association, Taipei Office)
2016 Japan cherry blossom season forecast. (Image provided / Japan Meteorological Corporation)
Cherry blossom blooming forecast. (Image provided / Japan Meteorological Corporation)
The Japan Meteorological Corporation has been releasing forecasts for 1,000 famous cherry blossom viewing spots across Japan, along with predicted dates for the start of blooming and full bloom in each city, every January. These forecasts are updated every two weeks. This year, due to weather conditions, the cherry blossom blooming dates in northern Japan have been affected. Cherry blossoms in eastern Japan are blooming earlier than usual, while those in western Japan and southern Kyushu are blooming slightly later. Those planning to go cherry blossom viewing in Japan should keep an eye on the latest information and plan accordingly.