Cherry Blossoms

A week after out last outing, we realized that though we had been too early the weekend before, we were now too late.  Cherry blossoms, sheesh!  Such a short time to see them at their best.  Near our apartment, strong winds and persistent rain showers had conspired to knock down most of the flowers without a chance for us to go and see them.  So, we decided to head north.  At the northern edge of Okayama Prefecture is Tsuyama City, with a beautiful castle park famous for their cherry blossoms.  Being a bit north, the cherry blossoms there were still in full bloom, and we had a lot of fun walking around and enjoying the day at Kakuzan Park, Tsuyama.

Huzzah!  Cherry blossoms!

Petals and juice make a happy boy...

The only part of the castle that has been reconstructed.

Hiding with Papa!

A very old, twisty little tree...

They sure are pretty, Mama!

And as we drove out of town, a little kappa was waiting to see us off!

The weather was wonderful!  A great way to take a last look at the cherry blossoms...at least until next year! April 12, 2014