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Blooming " Ookanzakura" cherry blossoms are pictured at Shinjuku park in Tokyo March 18, 2010. This season, Japans national obsession with the timing of the flowering of the delicate, pale pink blooms, called " sakura" in Japanese, will depend on private weather companies and their volunteer recruits, after the Meteorological Agency decided to end its official forecasts that began in 1955. To match Reuters Life! JAPAN-CHERRYBLOSSOMS/ Picture taken March 18, 2010. REUTERS/Yuriko Nakao (JAPAN - Tags: ENVIRONMENT SOCIETY)
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This print captures the enchanting beauty of blooming "Ookanzakura" cherry blossoms at Shinjuku park in Tokyo. The delicate, pale pink blooms known as "sakura" hold a special place in Japan's national obsession with their timing and arrival each year. However, this season marks a significant change as Japan's Meteorological Agency has decided to end its official forecasts that have been provided since 1955. As a result, private weather companies and their dedicated volunteers will now play a crucial role in predicting the much-anticipated sakura bloom. This shift reflects the deep cultural significance attached to these ephemeral flowers, which symbolize renewal and the transient nature of life itself. The image showcases nature's artistry at its finest - branches adorned with clusters of vibrant pink petals against a backdrop of lush greenery. It serves as a reminder that amidst our bustling urban landscapes, moments of tranquility can be found when we pause to appreciate the wonders of nature. Photographer Yuriko Nakao skillfully captures this scene on March 18,2010, encapsulating both the timeless allure of cherry blossoms and the evolving traditions surrounding their observation. This photograph invites us to immerse ourselves in Japan's rich natural heritage while contemplating how even age-old customs adapt over time
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