Sakura Watch, March 17, 2014 - First look at the Sakura // Cherry Blossoms in 2014 in mid-March show the early stages of the buds have seemed to so far survived the harsh winter and cold.

Although spring may be soon on the calendar, as you the pictures show, the winter is still hanging on which will likely push the blooming dates in late April or even May. More to see in the weeks ahead!