Trees were planted at military shrines and throughout Japan—their falling petals a reminder of the fallen soldiers. Today over 200 species of cherry blossom trees cloak the archipelago of Japan.

As a bonus, when the cherry blossom petals start to fall, you'll end up with a gorgeous carpet of blue and pink that's offset by the green strappy leaves of the bulbs.

Cherry blossom season has officially begun in Japan, ... The flowers only bloom for a short time — about two weeks each year from the first bud to all of the petals falling off, ...

Just as the cherry blossoms fall, paving the way for new growth, so too can we let go of the past and embrace new beginnings. Imagine yourself releasing a thought or burden you’ve been carrying ...

March 24 (UPI) --Google is celebrating spring's iconic cherry blossoms with a new Doodle.The animated image shows icy branches thaw, bud and bloom before the white and pink petals are blown away ...

“If you time it right, you can enjoy your tea with the soft flutter of cherry blossom petals starting to fall. It’s a really lovely experience,” Lerner said.

During cherry blossom season in Japan, folks participate in “hanami,” which translates to “flower watching.” ... and contemplate the beauty of the sakura petals falling around them.