Cherry blossoms, or “sakura,” usually reach their peak in late March to early April, just as the country celebrates the start of the new school and business year. (AP Video shot by Ayaka McGill and Mayuko Ono)
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Picture perfect cherry blossoms delight locals and visitors in Japan’s capital

Cherry blossoms, or “sakura,” usually reach their peak in late March to early April, just as the country celebrates the start of the new school and business year. (AP Video shot by Ayaka McGill and Mayuko Ono)
 
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