As the snow finally melts and sandstorms blow away, spring is making it’s much anticipated return to Japan. In this episode we return with shorter format: Top Cheapo Eats, Cheapo Calendar and the feature for this week is Hanami – enjoying the cherry blossom.
Resources:
http://sakura.yahoo.co.jp/ – sakura forecast and progress across Japan (Japanese).
Suggested Activity
Become a Samurai in Tokyo
Who doesn't want to swing a sword and emulate the warriors of feudal Japan? Experience being a samurai for yourself in one of the coolest activities in Tokyo. During your intimate lesson, you’ll get to dress up in a samurai outfit and train with a traditional katana (single-edged samurai sword)!
Sakura photo from tadashiokoshi
