Cherry Blossoms in Japan

                             Cherry Blossoms in Japan

I remember being a kid and being glued to the television every afternoon to catch my routine Anime shows was all that ever mattered to me. I loved Yu Yu Hakusho, Sakura Cardcaptor, Slam Dunk, Detective Conan, Fushigi Yuugi, and who would ever forget the ever-famous Sailormoon? ;)

Since then, I have grown to love Cherry Blossoms or Sakura in Japanese--- even the Japanese term sounds so pretty!
I once imagined myself walking around tiny, pleated skirts that resemble that of Japanese school uniforms, wearing my hair in messy buns with pretty ribbons that screamed kawaii, and of course, walking around town under the mesmerizing cherry blossom trees with pink petals falling around in slow motion and wondered how amazing it would be to even experience it for just a day. Then, I promised myself that one day, I am going to make it happen and I did!!! Except I was not in tiny pleated skirts and a messy bun... I was just being the typical me in a huge wrapped jacket. Hahaha. ( I wish I wore a costume though)

I was so lucky that when I went to Tokyo, I was just in time when the flowers bloomed! Just so you know, these flowers bloom for about two weeks and then they wilt. I think that's what makes Sakuras so significant to Japanese people. It perfectly represents birth and the graceful acceptance of letting go.

It felt so surreal and majestic seeing these breathtakingly beautiful flowers. Words couldn't perfectly describe how I felt when I saw them for the first time. I was in so much awe that I was thinking about naming my future child Cherry or Blossom... or should I just name her Cherry Blossom instead? Hahah.

The Japanese people did such a great job in preserving this beauty. I love how disciplined they are and how much value they put into taking care of their natural resources. The rest of the world have so much to learn from the Japanese-- Philippines included!

I hope I can go back and experience the exquisite beauty and volatility of one of nature's wonders.

This was one remarkable escapade of my life that I will never forget!

How about you guys? Do you have a cherry blossom story or an incredible trip you want to share? I want to hear your stories too, steemers! :D