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Finding Seasonal Sakura Mochi

Finding seasonal sakura, or cherry blossom mochi doesn’t have to be difficult!

Does Sakura Mochi taste as good as it looks?

What Do Cherry Blossoms Taste Like?

Sakura Goromo is a traditional Japanese wagashi that is infused with dried cherry blossoms. Have you ever wondered what the petals of Sakura Trees taste like?

Today we’ll take a look at Sakura inspired creations and how they stack up against other Japanese snacks.

Brooklyn’s Own Cherry Blossom Festival – Sakura Matsuri 2018

This past weekend I attended Brooklyn Botanic Garden’s annual Sakura Matsuri festival in celebration of Japanese culture. It was held throughout the entire garden with events spaced out and designated to certain subset areas. Although it was foggy with moisture clinging heavily to the atmosphere, as the day progressed the sun came out and blessed attendees with the most amazing atmosphere.

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