Could I die
under a cherry blossom tree
in full bloom
on a full-moon night
of spring?
- Monk Saigyo (1118 - 1190)
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Sakura of Mount Yoshino in Nara
Famed in poetry: a blossoming symbol of spring
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Alena Eckelmann
3 years ago
If you need convincing that Yoshinoyama is worth a visit during sakura season, then have a look at these beautiful photos. How much more beautiful would the real thing be. The first sakura trees have started blooming (March 21 2021).
Victoria Vlisides
9 years ago
Oh my god. Amazing view of the Sakura from above. Missing them right now :)
Diana Vardanashvili
9 years ago
First photo is fantastic!!! i wish to travel there at least once
Muhammad Asyraf Ramadhan
10 years ago
Hauntingly beautiful!
Timothy Lane
11 years ago
Retro snaps, i like.
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