In early spring in Japan, a hyacinth bulb is a very popular item of flower shop in town. It comes into bloom in a few days only if you put it on a small water jar. (photo1,2) But you need special care for your pets because hyacinth is deadly poisonous for cats!!
At the middle of May, 2021, spring has come to Yatsugatake highlands one month and a half later than Tokyo.
In spring, evergreen trees, such as oak tree and camphor tree, drop many old leaves without turning into lovely red and yellow colors . The tree in the photograph is a camphor tree which is very popular in Tokyo and other parts of Japan.