I’ve taken a few pictures of the spring of Japan. Spring in Japan begins with blooming of plum trees.
More info: 500px.com
70Kviews
Share on FacebookPlum trees? I'm pretty sure Japan is known for its spring cherry blossoms. During my six and a half years in Yokosuka, I remember seeing many cherry blossoms, but no plum blossoms.
They're plums (though technically a relative of the apricot) prunus mume or Ume in Japanese and they are *almost* as popular as Sakura. They bloom earlier than Sakura, tending to begin in February and smell much better imo.
Load More Replies...They are plum trees. :) And there's a ton of them, if you know where to look. They are not as prominent as Sakura though.
Japan in the spring is absolutely stunning. These shots are breathtaking. ~AM
Plum trees? I'm pretty sure Japan is known for its spring cherry blossoms. During my six and a half years in Yokosuka, I remember seeing many cherry blossoms, but no plum blossoms.
They're plums (though technically a relative of the apricot) prunus mume or Ume in Japanese and they are *almost* as popular as Sakura. They bloom earlier than Sakura, tending to begin in February and smell much better imo.
Load More Replies...They are plum trees. :) And there's a ton of them, if you know where to look. They are not as prominent as Sakura though.
Japan in the spring is absolutely stunning. These shots are breathtaking. ~AM












534
26