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Japan's spring cherry blossoms often serve as symbols of change or new beginnings in works of Japanese art or literature.
Japan's spring cherry blossoms often serve as symbols of change or new beginnings in works of Japanese art or literature.

American scenic trips in the fall focus mainly on viewing colorful leaves.
American scenic trips in the fall focus mainly on viewing colorful leaves.

Americans appreciate the colorful leaves of fall, but the Japanese view the cherry blossoms of spring as part of their culture.
Americans appreciate the colorful leaves of fall, but the Japanese view the cherry blossoms of spring as part of their culture.

The cherry blossom tradition in Japan started recently and is mostly a modern celebration.

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The cherry blossom tradition in Japan actually has deep historical roots and has been celebrated for centuries, so saying it started recently and is mostly a modern celebration would be incorrect. The tradition of hanami (flower viewing) dates back to the Nara period (710-794) and has evolved over time into a significant cultural event. The appreciation of cherry blossoms as a symbol of beauty, fleetingness, and new beginnings is ingrained in Japanese culture.