The cherry blossoms are looking beautiful around the Portland area this week but as is often the case, the weather likely won’t allow for a sunny, warm and dry hanami (flower viewing) picnic. The situation in southern and central Japan may be a little more conducive to hanami this weekend as the forecast calls for sunny weather. Look here for a forecast of cherry blossom dates in Japan:
https://www.jrailpass.com/blog/japan-cherry-blossom-forecast
