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They are so beautiful! The people of Tokyo gifted saplings to the people of Toronto in 1959. It was a gesture of friendship and gratitude.Sakura is the Japanese word for cherry blossom trees and their blossoms. These small ephemeral flowers from the cherry blossom tree are more than just a simple flower for the Japanese people, they are a true national symbol, strictly related to the Japanese culture.
As cherry blossoms bloom only for a week (sometimes up to 10 days), they are related to the ephemeral nature of life. This event makes people understand that life is short and that it must be lived and enjoyed the most.
But they are also a symbol of renewal because, every year, they mark the end of cold winter and the beginning of spring – an event that starts over again each year. The arrival of spring is also the end of the fiscal year and the school year in Japan, which is the perfect time to celebrate the blooming of Cherry blossoms with family and friends.
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