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Niijima Yae stands among the most remarkable figures to emerge from Japan’s transition from the late Edo period to the modern Meiji era.

Hello, Sakuraco community! We hope you’re doing well. Here are the winners of the March 2026 Reviewer Contest!

The 2026 Winter Olympics, held in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, marked a defining moment for Japan’s winter sports program. Facing off against the world’s strongest teams, Japan delivered its best-ever performance at the Winter Games.

Every spring, people across Japan gather beneath blooming cherry trees for a tradition known as hanami, which means “flower viewing.” While it may look like a simple picnic today, hanami has deep roots stretching back over a thousand years. Let’s take a closer look at cherry blossoms in Japanese culture.

In Japan, you can find an endless selection of region-specific boxed snacks and desserts, perfect for distributing to others. These types of snacks are called omiyage, souvenirs bought for others, and they are an important part of Japanese culture and relationships. 

Finding the right gift can be tough, especially when you want it to be thoughtful and unique.