Kyoto follows with an opening forecast for March 27 and its best cherry blossom viewing April 3-11, transforming ancient temples and geisha districts into scenes from a watercolor fever dream.

The Ritz-Carlton Washington DC’s bar and lounge will offer ten teas on its cherry blossom tea menu. The newest addition, “Fleur de Geisha,” is a green tea infused with cherry blossom floral essence.

Japan's official cherry blossom spotters on Monday confirmed the first blooming of the country's favourite flower, declaring the official start of the festive season in the Japanese capital.

Many of the city's popular tea services go all-out with cherry blossom-themed blends, bites and decor. State of play: Afternoon tea is increasingly popular in D.C., especially at luxury hotels — ...

This historical geisha district is beautiful year-round ... Maizuru Park in Fukuoka is the city’s go-to destination for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) enthusiasts. The park boasts the remnants ...

KYOTO—Geisha served tea beneath a cloud of pink petals at Kitano Tenmangu shrine’s plum blossom festival, which commemorates the virtues of the shrine’s deity, on Feb. 25. The shrine ...

Scheduled performances include a geisha opera singer ... Children ages 6 and under can enter free of admission. The Cherry Blossom Festival will continue as planned, rain or shine.

Spring also brings vibrant festivals, from the dazzling Takayama Matsuri to Kyoto’s geisha-led Miyako Odori. Whether you’re ...