Japanese Flowers

Cudweed (Hahakogusa): Japan’s Ancient Medicinal Plant with Modern Benefits

Nestled among Japan's rich botanical heritage lies a modest yet remarkable plant known as Hahakogusa (母子草) in Japanese, ...
Japanese Flowers

Cherry Blossom Viewing in Japan: A Local’s Guide to Hanami 2025

Spring in Japan brings one of the most magical natural spectacles in the world – the blooming of cherry blossoms, or "sa...
Japanese Flowers

Chinese Milk Vetch: The Beautiful Purple Fertilizer of Japanese Rice Paddies

When spring arrives in Japan, something magical happens in the countryside. Between April and May, vast fields of delica...