Known in Japan as sakura, these flowering cherry trees are revered across the globe for their delicate yet vibrant beauty, an ...

Cherry blossom season is in full swing across Japan, but one issue looms over one of the country's most beautiful occasions — the aging of the iconic trees. Many sakura trees — specifically ...

The solo work of David Sylvian has been marked by collaboration with inspired artists. We celebrate just a few of them.

Travelers to Japan should seek out this mirror-like lake near Mount Fuji that promises unbeatable views of the mountain and ...

The color blue aids relaxation, which makes it a great choice for the flowering plants in your yard. Here are 11 trees and ...

A lesser known but worthwhile destination here lies along the very top of the valley: the Liugui Security Path (六龜警備道). This ...

Most people have their hair care routine down pat – a shampoo and conditioner in the shower followed by a towel or blow dry ...

Japanese pittosporum (Pittosporum tobira ... Give your backyard privacy a fruity spin with pomegranate (Punica granatum) trees. Plus, they make a beautiful show of tubular flowers in sunset hues, ...

“But this might be a lucky season, as we can see beautiful cherry blossoms ... The city said its cherry blossom trees reached their peak one day later than last year and three days earlier compared to ...

The classic cherry blossom tree (Prunus) is a timeless emblem of Japanese gardens,' says David ... or the ebony-stemmed Phyllostachys nigra, which are beautiful backdrops to snowdrops, are a great ...

Shinshu Zenkoji Temple (Nagano): Established in 642, this historic temple is surrounded by a beautiful mix of cherry trees and weeping cherry blossoms, enhancing its spiritual charm. ・Tō-ji Temple ...