Spring’s Blossoms Arrive at Last in Japan’s Northeast

Pink blossoms are striking against the blue sky. (Photo courtesy of the Ōgawara Town Commerce, Industry and Sightseeing Division)

A sightseeing barge on the Shiroishi. (Photo courtesy of the Ōgawara Town Commerce, Industry and Sightseeing Division)

Cherry blossoms contrast beautifully with narcissus. (Photo courtesy of the Ōgawara Town Commerce, Industry and Sightseeing Division)

The trees of Eboshiyama overlook a hot-spring resort. (Photo courtesy of the Yamagata Products Society)

The park is home to second-generation cherry trees of well-known varieties. (Photo courtesy of the Nan’yō City Tourism Association)

The lively waters of the Kannonji flow between rows of cherry trees. (Photo courtesy of the Inawashiro Town Tourism, Commerce, and Industry Division)

Cherry blossoms by night. (Photo courtesy of the Inawashiro Town Tourism, Commerce, and Industry Division)

Rainbow-colored blossoms. (Photo courtesy of the Inawashiro Town Tourism, Commerce, and Industry Division)