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HANAMI & HONEY MOON MARMALADE

4/2/2016

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It finally got warmer, sunnier and colorful over here in Japan: As the most famous symbol of spring in Japan the cherry blossoms have started to bloom all over Tokyo, and I couldn't resist going out and viewing them myself. 
Alongside a photoshoot I had outdoors just a day ago, I also had the chance to take some pictures of the pretty Sakura myself, and also shoot a little video. 

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As some of you know, I have been writing a free-to-read online novel called "Honey Moon Marmalade" since my high school days. Though updates on the site are less regular than they used to be by now, since I am busier lately, it is still going and looking forward to finish this year. 
I thought the blooming trees were a great opportunity to give you a small insight into the world and writing style of the story, which is mainly poetry-based.

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Spring is probably my most favourite season, it always wakes up a creative part in me that went into hybernation throughout the busy winter. This week I got to pick up my DLSR camera and had some time to take pictures of the trees and flowers all around, which was a great experience. 
Cherry blossoms in Japan are much bigger and more of a pink shade than the ones I am used to seeing back in Germany, where I am from. And it made me a little sad to think back on the time in my home country where Hanami and going for a walk amongst blossoming trees in spring is not really a thing. I really wish there were more japanese festivals in Germany that promote Hanami and the culture around it. It's really relaxing and wherever you are, you should definitely go out, take a look at the flowers the spring brought and enjoy them. It might not be the most thrilling experience, but it will surely create a memory, and if in doubt you can always take a picture! 

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If you are coming to Japan in the next few days, I recommend to stay away from touristy big parks. Especially if you want to have a picnic under the trees. You don't have to pay a fee to get into big botanical gardens, a lot of cherry blossoms are blooming just between train stops, along bike lanes and pedestrian walks. Wherever your hotel is located, there will definitely be a small spot of unattended cherry trees nearby! And if not: Ume / Plum trees are still blossoming and look a lot like Sakura, except for their brighter pink petals.These are often used in period dramas that are shot throughout botanical gardens earlier on during spring, because their effect is bigger on the screen!
Also let's not forget to mention that if you are expecting all these trees filled with dark red cherries during fall you will be dissappointed: The trees don't carry any edible fruits and are just a decorative mutation of the common cherry trees you can find in Germany and the UK. 

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