Photos by Michael Yamashita yamashitaphoto / Sounds like spring sprung early this year in Japan. There are already reports of cherry blossoms blooming in Tokyo, which typically starts toward the end of March and continues through mid-April. Here are a few frames (from years back) at my favorite viewing spots along the Imperial Palace moat (Chidorigafuchi). I like this area for its mix of wide-open vistas, the contrast of the castle’s stone walls, and watery reflections. #sakura #cherryblossoms #imperialpalacetokyo #chidorigafuchi