"In the city fields
Contemplating cherry-trees...
Strangers are like Friends"
(Kobayashi Issa 1763-1828)
In anticipation of warming sunshine and the joys of Spring, 4Corners presents a special selection of images from Japan,
where the whole country eagerly awaits the arrival of Spring and the sublime tradition of "Hanami" or blossom viewing,
synonymous with "Sakura", or cherry trees in bloom.
Images from Maurizio Rellini, Aflo Japan and Milim
see all 4Corners'
images of Japan