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Sakura blossom
and the power it holds over you
As spring arrives, cities worldwide are dotted with a white and pink hue. Thousands eagerly wait for the arrival of the sakura season to witness the surreal moment when cityscapes are distinctly covered with cherry blossoms.
Culturally revered in China and Japan, cherry blossoms have become popular worldwide. A fleeting moment, this natural phenomenon occurs over 15–20 days, and is enchanting enough to make people stop their clocks and be present in the moment. Hanami, or the art of flower viewing, is integral to Japan’s culture and is especially reserved for cherry and plum blossoms. It is observed with the utmost respect for nature, such as no plucking, littering, or breaking branches, and to reflect on the impermanence of life, change is the only constant.
Across the United States and Canada, cities have reserved parks for viewing the blossoms. Toronto has some popular spots — High Park, Trinity Bellwoods Park, Birkdale Ravine, University of Toronto, Scarborough campus, and Centennial Park.
As we are no strangers to the effects of global warming, it has impacted the sakura blooming. Recent studies suggest that the rise in warm temperatures has affected the blooming season, leading to early blooming and shorter durations.
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This article was published on May 23rd, 2025 in Short. Sweet. Valuable. publication.
