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This is a preview of the full content of our Japan’s Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).

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Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
Make one-click phone calls (on phones).

Plumb Blossom Viewing 梅

The first signs of spring (late-Feb–late-March)

The plum, originally introduced from China, is associated with the start of spring as plum blossoms are some of the first to bloom each year.

In most areas of Japan, including Tōkyō, they typically flower in February and March, before the more celebrated cherry blossoms that kick in from late March.

Plum blossoms are celebrated with plum festivals (ume matsuri) in public parks, shrines and temples across the country.

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Plum Blossom Viewing

Winter: Dec, Jan & Feb 冬

Image by Tomoyuki Kawashima