When plum blossoms come out at Jomyo-ji Temple, I feel that spring has come to Kamakura. It might still be a bit chilly, but my skin and nose catch the soft wind and I smell a sweet and sour fragrance near the plum trees. My eyes really enjoy those beautiful pink and white plum blossoms along with other pretty flowers. Soon after the plum blossoms, Kamakura will greet the Queen of flowers. Yes—the cherry blossoms!
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Tomoko Kamishima @tomoko.kamishima
Japan is a small island nation, but we have a huge number of surprising things to discover here. Many of these delights can be found when you step off the main street onto small side paths. I really enjoy studying about and researching various aspects of traditional Japanese culture, and then sha...
