Sakura is the time of year when the cherry blossoms bloom. It is one of the ways Japan knows that spring is coming. They have this little song called Sakura which was written to teach koto students how to play. With it our some lovely words which reflect this beautiful time of year.

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,

On Meadow-hills and mountains

As far as you can see.

Is it a mist, or clouds?

Fragrant in the morning sun.

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,

Flowers in full bloom.

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,

Across the Spring sky,

As far as you can see.

Is it a mist, or clouds?

Fragrant in the air.

Come now, come,

Let’s look, at last!

Little boy O and I celebrated in our own way by walking through our own sakura forest, taking photos, having tea afterwards and planning our next art project from Blue Yonder's Book of Days.