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The Yomiuri Shimbun Cherry blossoms are seen blooming on a sample tree at the Japan Meteorological Agency’s regional office in Oita City on Tuesday.
The Yomiuri Shimbun
16:52 JST, March 26, 2025
OITA — Someiyoshino cherry trees have begun blooming in Oita City, the Japan Meteorological Agency’s regional office said Tuesday. They are expected to be in full bloom in 7-10 days.
Officials confirmed the specimen tree on the weather station’s grounds had at least five or six blooms by around 9:30 a.m. The start of cherry blossom season is declared after five blossoms have been observed.
“I hope people will enjoy the cherry blossoms at flower viewing events or while taking a walk,” said an official.
According to the JMA, a high-pressure system brought southerly winds to the area, and 10 of the 15 observation points in Oita Prefecture recorded 25 C or higher, including 28.2 C in Oita City and 28 C in Kitsuki.
