The joy of cherry blossom season in Japan in pictures

Every year in Spring, thousands of people head to Japan to enjoy the country's iconic sakura (cherry blossoms), as it is covered in a stunning pink and white blanket.

April 18, 2016 09:24 IST

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Every year in April, thousands of people head towards the Land of the Rising Sun. That's because along with the sun, come the millions of gorgeously stunning little flowers in white and pink enthral locals and tourists alike. For Spring, Japan becomes the land of cherry blossoms. Here are some stunning pictures from Japan that just give a glimpse of the colourful splendor that inspire tourists from around the world to book a trip. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors walk under illuminated cherry blossoms in full bloom along the Chidorigafuchi Moat in Tokyo, Japan. (Source: Reuters)

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A carp swims in the Chidorigafuchi moat covered with petals of cherry blossoms in Tokyo. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors row boats in the Chidorigafuchi moat covered with petals of cherry blossoms in Tokyo. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors take pictures of illuminated cherry blossoms in full bloom along the Chidorigafuchi Moat. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors enjoy illuminated cherry blossoms in full bloom along the Chidorigafuchi Moat. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors take pictures of illuminated cherry blossoms in full bloom with illuminated Tokyo Tower. (Source: Reuters)

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A businessman looks at cherry blossoms in almost full bloom. (Source: Reuters)

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Cherry blossoms are illuminated next to Roppongi Hills Mori Tower building in Tokyo. (Source: Reuters)

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A bird perches on cherry blossoms in almost full bloom in Tokyo. (Source: Reuters)

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Visitors ride a boat in the Chidorigafuchi moat, as they enjoy cherry blossoms in full bloom, during spring season in Tokyo. (Source: Reuters)