Plum Blossoms at the Furuen Park Ume Matsuri - a Short Escape in Yamanashi
If you are looking for a quiet place to view the ume, or plum blossoms, and you are visiting Yamanashi prefecture, Furouen in Sakaori would be a fine choice.
Setagaya Plum Festival: Before The Cherry Blossoms, Don't Miss The Plum Blossoms
The festival is held from Saturday, February 11th – Sunday, March 5th in peak plum blossom season.
The Jindai Plum Festival
The Jindai Plum Festival is a beautiful festival that boasts a lot of pungent deep pink fully blossomed plum trees.
Five Ways to Enjoy Japanese Plums or Ume
Ume fruits are a preventive food item which has antibacterial properties that can help to soothe the digestive system. It can be consumed in many different ways which all are really delectable.
The Best Plum Blossoms Spots in Tokyo
Although it is still pretty cold these days, the first signs of spring are to be seen in many parts of Japan. Apart from the famous cherry blossoms (aka sakura) plum blossoms are a real treat to the eye as well.
Kairakuen Garden: Natural, Cultural and Historical Treasure
In Japan, plum blossoms mark the end of winter and the beginning of spring. There are many famous spots to view the beautiful red, pink and white plum blossoms.
Plum Blossoms at Atami Baien in Shizuoka
Plum blossoms or ume (梅) as they are called in Japan were first introduced to Japan from China. They start to bloom during the peak of winter in February here in central Japan which is still a very cold time, but they signal the start of spring and the promise of warmer days ahead.