Japan's Cherry Blossom Peak Bloom Arriving Earlier Due to Climate Change
A 1,200-year dataset compiled by the late Prof. Yasuyuki Aono shows that cherry blossom 'peak bloom' in Kyoto is occurring progressively earlier, driven by global heating. Aono, who spent decades reconstructing flowering dates back to the ninth century, died before completing his 2026 entry. The trend highlights how climate change is disrupting both natural rhythms and the deep cultural significance of the blossoms in Japan.
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