Cherry Blossoms in Japan’s Oita Pref. Illuminated at Night

The Yomiuri Shimbun

13:44 JST, April 1, 2025

OITA – A Shidazakura weeping cherry tree near Ohara Hachimangu Shrine will be lit up at night through April 7 in Hita, Oita Prefecture.

The tree is about 200 years old and is 12 meters tall with a trunk circumference of 2.5 meters. The illumination event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. through April 7. It may end sooner if most blossoms have fallen.

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