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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) - GM1E63J11D901
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This print captures the enchanting beauty of Japan's cherry blossoms in full bloom. Taken at Shinjuku park in Tokyo on March 18,2010, the image showcases the delicate and pale pink "Ookanzakura" cherry blossoms against a backdrop of lush greenery. These blooms, known as "sakura" in Japanese, hold immense cultural significance for the nation. Interestingly, this particular season marked a shift in how Japan determined the timing of these cherished flowers' flowering. After relying on official forecasts by the Meteorological Agency since 1955, Japan turned to private weather companies and their dedicated volunteers to predict when these ethereal blooms would grace the country with their presence. The photograph not only captures nature's breathtaking artistry but also highlights Japan's national obsession with tracking and celebrating this annual phenomenon. The anticipation surrounding sakura blooming has become deeply ingrained within Japanese society, symbolizing renewal and fleeting beauty. Yuriko Nakao skillfully captured this momentous occasion through her lens, showcasing both environmental wonders and societal customs. This evocative image serves as a reminder of our connection to nature's cycles while emphasizing humanity's desire to preserve traditions even amidst changing times.
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