Climate change has brought forward the flowering of cherry trees in many countries. In Japan, the flowers burst this year at the earliest time on record.
In Tokyo, Japan, cherry trees blossomed last week, 10 days earlier than usual.
Only twice before, in 2020 and 2021, have the cherry blossoms bloomed so early in the spring.
According to the researchers, the earlier flowering is due to the effects of climate change.
In the hanami tradition, which originated in Japan, the blooming of cherry trees is celebrated with various events such as family picnics.
In the US capital, Washington, the cherry trees started blooming yesterday and are expected to reach their full color glory in the coming days.
Washington has a total of 4,000 cherry trees and their blossoming has been celebrated at the festival since 1934.
In Japan, the hanami tradition is centuries old.
