Early Blooming of Cherry Blossoms in Kumamoto and Kochi

Cherry blossoms (Somei-Yoshino) in Kochi and Kumamoto bloomed early this spring, with Kumamoto’s flowers blooming three days sooner than last year. Favorable weather conditions led to sunny skies and high temperatures across Japan, including a high of 28.3°C in Hyuga, Miyazaki Prefecture.

The cherry blossoms, specifically the Somei-Yoshino variety, were observed blooming in Kochi and Kumamoto on Sunday, indicating the earliest flowering in Japan this spring, according to the Japanese Meteorological Agency. In Kochi, the blooming date matched last year’s occurrence, while Kumamoto saw an earlier bloom by three days. On that day, eastern and western Japan experienced clear skies due to high atmospheric pressure, with many regions reaching temperatures above 25 degrees Celsius. Notably, Hyuga in Miyazaki Prefecture recorded a high of 28.3 degrees Celsius.

This spring, cherry blossoms in Kumamoto and Kochi bloomed earlier than usual, with Kumamoto seeing a three-day advance compared to last year. Favorable weather conditions contributed to these early blooms, highlighting the impact of climate on seasonal phenomena in Japan. Understanding these patterns can aid in better forecasting and planning for cherry blossom viewing events.

Original Source: www.japantimes.co.jp